Chronic Care Management

Common Misconceptions About the Obesity Epidemic

Did you realize that over 40% of the adults in America are considered obese?  Many healthcare professionals believe that the United States is in the midst of an obesity epidemic. The uptick in diseases caused by being overweight, like type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, have also skyrocketed in the past few years.  The longer a

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Benefits Of Cold Therapy After Total Knee Arthroplasty Or Shoulder Surgery

Cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, is a method that involves applying cold on an injured area to help reduce the pain, decrease the swelling, and promote healing by numbing the affected area. It is a common practice among athletes that suffer a sport injury and more doctors are recommending it to their patients. Cold

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5 Things People with Chronic Pain Should Know

Chronic pain is a frustrating and debilitating condition. Pain that lasts for 6 months or more is defined as chronic. It’s estimated that 20% of Americans – that’s 50 million people – suffer from chronic pain. It makes a profound impact on people’s lives, limiting their ability to work and take part in recreational activities.

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How Physiotherapy Can Help You

Through specialized programmes designed for each individual, physiotherapy offers an invaluable resource for patients experiencing any limitations to their mobility and quality of life. With a trained physiotherapist, you can improve your well-being, and prevent further injuries and complications from arising in the future. Read more for some of the benefits that physiotherapy can offer.

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Soothing Solutions for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a challenging condition for both patients and doctors because symptoms vary from one patient to another and may even seem contradictory. One type is characterized by chronic constipation, while the other is marked by frequent diarrhea, yet there’s also a type that includes both. People with IBS also experience abdominal

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