One of the latest and most precise methods of modern diagnostic imaging, PET, or Positron Emission Tomography was celebrated by TIME Magazine as the medical invention of the year in 2000. What is a PET Scan? Positron Emission Tomography, or PET, scan is a diagnostic tool used to help doctors observe how tissue and organs …
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Prevention of Infection After Joint Replacement
Risk Factors For Development of an Infection Before we discuss how exactly infection can be prevented, it is important to recognize why exactly a patient would develop an infection following joint replacement. There are certain factors that can predispose an individual being tailored to developing an infection. A low immunity level or the presence of …
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Posture and Your Hips
Posture and Hips Good posture is essential for musculoskeletal health. While health professionals once recommended “standing up straight” as the way to achieve and maintain good posture, today’s experts take a much more advanced and effective approach. They (1) analyze all structures that affect posture (2) determine which structures may be causing posture deviations (3) …
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging? Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI, is a noninvasive diagnostic tool used to create three-dimensional images of the inside of the human body. These images are similar to images produced by a CT scan, but MRI scans are able to produce more detailed images of the body’s soft tissues. These clearer …
Is Cracking Your Knuckles Bad For Your Joints?
“Is cracking your knuckles bad for your joints?” At some point in their life, everyone has thought about it. The popular habit feels so good but sounds so wrong. While there are loads of opinions regarding knuckle cracking and joint health, there are only a couple facts. Before digging into them, it is important to …
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All About X-Ray Tests
Medical professionals have been using X-rays for more accurate diagnosis for more than a century, because they make it possible to see inside a patient’s body. Here’s a brief introduction to X-rays, how they work, what they’re used for, and how to make sure you get the greatest medical benefit from X-rays with the least …
What Is A Bone Scan?
Bone Densitometry, also called dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), is a procedure widely known as a bone scan. It’s used to diagnose osteoporosis and to assess the risk of developing fractures. DEXA is simple, quick and noninvasive. What is a Bone Scan? Bone scan is the everyday term for bone densitometry, which is formally known as …
Black Bean Covered Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Directions With a fork, pierce sweet potatoes 4-5 times. …
Autumn Is The Season To Get Back Into Shape
As the weather cools down and you’re not able to work out outside as often, what can you do to stay healthy? Read on to find out! Autumn Is The Season To Get Back Into Shape The lazy days of summer are rapidly becoming a distant memory, as the leaves fall and the temperature trends …
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Cajun Shrimp and Grits
Here’s a great recipe to light up your taste buds and reduce inflammation! Shrimp and Grits is a longtime New Orleans favorite, but is usually high in carbohydrates. This version replaces the rice carbs with much lower carbs from… cauliflower! This switch dramatically lowers carbs and inflammation. The Science Behind It When you eat a …