Occupational therapy aims to help people of all ages who have a medical condition that causes physical, cognitive, or sensory problems. These may include physical difficulties, mental health problems, or learning disabilities present from birth or developed later in life. … Read More
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What Happens at Your First Obstetrician Appointment?
You just took a home pregnancy test, and it’s showing two lines – congratulations! So, what do you do next? Should you start shopping for baby clothes or preparing your baby’s nursery?
Your best path forward is to schedule your … Read More
What Is Oncology?
Cancer is one of the scariest medical diagnoses to hear. Cancer affects almost 40% of all people at some point during their lifetime, and odds are someone in your family has had cancer – or you may have it yourself.… Read More
Diagnostic Tools Used in Oncology
Cancer is a frightening disease that can affect any living part of the body. Indeed, the only areas that are not susceptible to cancer are the areas that are no longer live cells, such as the hair and nails, which … Read More
Is Aquatic Therapy the Right Type of Physical Therapy for Me?
Physical therapy is a non-drug, non-operative method of increasing strength and recovering from an illness, injury, or surgery. In fact, physical therapy can help to make movement and everyday tasks easier and less painful.
Whereas even walking is low-impact, swimming … Read More
Why Is Pediatric Occupational Therapy Important?
Occupational therapy comprises individualized healthcare services which help people gain independence and self-confidence through regaining certain basic life skills. It’s especially important for children who may have birth defects, cognitive or developmental deficits, or physical limitations.
Let’s explore more about … Read More
Tips for Eliminating Speech Problems in Your Child
Language and speech developmental milestones can give parents joy and excitement – and sometimes anxiety. However, like any other developmental milestone, they are meant to be construed as guidelines – not hard-and-fast rules. Children are unique and develop at their … Read More
4 Tips for Helping Children Sleep from a Pediatrician
As if parenting young children weren’t already chaotic enough, having a quiet evening, especially after a long day’s work, can become even more elusive when they struggle with falling asleep or staying asleep. Just as you settle into the couch, … Read More
What Chiropractors Can Do For You
Chiropractic medicine can provide a number of important benefits, from relieving muscle and joint pain, tension, and stress to improving joint movement, nerve communication, and posture, which can be good for overall health. Learn more about what a chiropractor can … Read More
7 Tips for Picking a Great Obstetrician
Whether you are planning for pregnancy, trying to conceive, or are already expecting, choosing who to trust with your care is an important decision. An obstetrician is a doctor who specializes in delivering babies and in providing expert medical care … Read More