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Oct 1, 2015
Back pain is one of the most common ailments that people experience in the United States. According to the American Chiropractic Association, more than 30 million American adults are affected. The reasons that people experience back pain might come as a surprise, mostly because the causes are from the types of activities that most of us do every day. Things like exercising, the way you sleep and even the shoes you wear can have a drastic effect on the level of pain.
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Sep 30, 2015
There is an old adage that what you put into something affects what you get out of it. This statement may never be more accurate than it is in terms of treating your body well. The nutrients that you put into your body have a huge impact on what your body is capable of doing for you. When you are worried about something like joint health, it makes a lot of sense to pay attention to the types of nutrients that you are getting in your diet. Sometimes, the most effective way of doing this is through supplements.
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Sep 23, 2015
A back injury can leave you in serious discomfort, sometimes for much longer than it takes the original injury to heal. More than 30 million Americans cope with chronic back pain, according to research from the American Chiropractic Association. While many of these back pain issues are caused by trauma or injury, a large percentage is caused by something simple; something that you may do unconsciously every day.
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Sep 16, 2015
One of the biggest mistakes athletes make is failing to see a physical therapist soon after an injury. Listening to your body and recognizing the signs that you may need a physical therapist can save you from months of recovery or even a compensatory injury. Consider the following signs that you may need physical therapy.
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Sep 9, 2015
When you are looking for a physician to treat your ailment, whether it has to do with an injury, a chronic illness or your general well-being, it's always recommended that you find a physician who specializes in the specific type of treatment that you are seeking.
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Sep 2, 2015
September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and the health care professionals at Peconic Bay Medical Center are urging women to get screened for this serious disease and spread awareness to other women. As one of the most deadly women’s cancers, ovarian cancer led to nearly 15,000 deaths in the United States in 2014. Early detection can save lives, making it essential for women to get the high-quality cancer services they need.