In Medicine, New Isn’t Always Improved



I would like to share a good article from the NNew York Times. IT is an American impulse to covet the new and improved — whether it’s a faster computer, a smarter cellphone or a more fuel-efficient car. And in medicine, too, new drugs, devices and procedures have advanced patient care.

The implants, known as metal-on-metal hips, were regarded by device makers and surgeons as a major advance over previous designs that used both metal and…

Let thy Food be thy Medicine and thy Medicine be thy Food – Hippocrates

We have a direct influence everyday on the final product of our health. In fact, our body and health are more of a work in progress and it’s never too late to aim for an upgrade.

Our body is constantly remodeling itself. Constantly changing, for better or for worse. This internal and external renovation is not a random process out of our control. On the contrary think of yourself as an artist, Exercise as your…

Are Diabetes more prone to frozen shoulder?



I remember being told by my Orthopedic Chief that the meniscus was a Vestigial Organ and if removed would regenerate. This was 1978 and this was the opinion of the best surgeons around the world.I have learned to always question conventional statements.FACTS Shoulder problems are not what come to mind when most people think of diabetes.

But studies have found a link between both types of diabetes and this mysterious shoulder…

Seniors Spring Into Shape

Wednesday, April 6th, 2011

The biggest mistake people make when they resume exercising after a winter layoff is doing too much too soon with a body that should have been trained all year long. You shouldn’t take a vacation from exercise. I recommend the 10 Percent Rule: Don’t ramp up your mileage or weightlifting more than…

INGROWN TOENAILS: CAUSES AND TREATMENT

Thursday, August 26th, 2010