Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Myelopathy, Disc Herniation, and Spondylolisthesis – these conditions sound complex, and in fact, they are! These conditions are often considered surgical due to the neurological deficits, motor weakness, and/or pain levels. Chiropractic Manipulation Technique (CMT), though very effective for back and neck pain, is limited with these types of complex spinal ailments. With intense pain, limited sensation and weakness, a conservative approach like Cox Technic Spinal Decompression Manipulation is more appropriate. Read on … the evidence is here.
Representing the culmination of his work over the past 20 years, Dr. Partha Nandi has written a book he describes as a simple, sustainable guide to healthful habits: 5 Steps to Becoming Your Own Health Hero for Longevity, Well-Being and a Joyful Life. The book will be launched in September 2017.
When I was completing my otolaryngology residency, we used to joke about training for eight years of pre-med and medical school, and then another five years in otolaryngology – all to do the not-so-glamorous work of cleaning wax out of ears. Of course, there is more that an ear, nose and throat specialist is capable of doing; but in my practice, I see no less than five patients a day simply to help them with their ear wax issues.
Diabetes is a serious, chronic medical condition that affects over 30 million people in this country, or nearly one in every ten Americans. Over 1.4 million Americans will be newly diagnosed with diabetes this year. Diabetics have trouble regulating the level of sugar (glucose) in their bloodstream. As blood sugar levels rise above normal, the vessels that carry blood all over the body become progressively damaged.
Number of student seats in key programs to increase nearly 50 percent
On June 9, over 400 people from 90 different cities gathered at Grand Blanc High School to participate in an event benefitting the Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance and raise awareness of the disease in the area.
The City of Flint has come a long way in its revitalization movement; but a dark side remains – a widespread drug problem. And, it’s not just a crisis in Flint, it’s a statewide problem that’s killing people. According to statistics, 144 people die each day in the United States from drug addiction.
The real and true gifts we receive in life are those that are given from the heart. And, Andy Younger, Race Director for the Crim Festival of Races, gave his friend, Marty Skaates, perhaps the greatest gift he will ever receive – when he donated a kidney to him.
For many of us, the thought of undergoing surgery is terrifying – so, My City Wellness has “scrubbed in” to get up close with many talented local physicians as they performed a variety of procedures. Our sincerest thanks to doctors Susan Mosier-LaClair and Jeffrey Rohr for their gracious cooperation in creating this issue’s special section.
When Chad Grant, the new CEO and President of McLaren Flint, met with My City Magazine, the team was greeted with a great big smile and an enthusiastic handshake. He began his new position in January of this year, bringing an extensive background of healthcare leadership experience, including successful management of acute care hospital operations, strategic planning, new business development and change management. And, he has big shoes to fill – those of former CEO, Donald Kooy, who retired after 23 years. Grant took some time in his busy day to chat about his new role.
Being a patient in a hospital or sitting in a waiting room while a loved one has surgery can be a very stressful time. But people at Genesys Regional Medical Center can’t help but smile when Pemba, a gentle Golden Doodle stops in to provide a little pet therapy with his handler, Norma Jean Wolf.
For Greg Jones and Deb Gustafson, life has changed dramatically since being diagnosed with kidney disease.
