Nutritional assessment is a critical step that inpatients have to go through before undergoing surgery. Unfortunately, even with the obesity pandemic, most patients fall into the category of malnourished or are at risk of malnutrition. A detrimental nutritional status reflects a slow recovery, increased hospital stay, risk of postsurgical infection, impaired wound healing, and pressure ulceration. Perioperative nutrition uses nutritional… Read More
Although it is not officially summer, the past few weeks sure feels like it. Especially for those with joint discomfort and pain. As the body ages, individuals may notice their joints have some mobility/flexibility issues in the summer heat. Again, the heat and humidity are the culprits. The hotter it is, the more the body is susceptible to inflammation and swelling.… Read More
For cervical pain, there is often more than one cause and more than one course of treatment. To begin, the first step is to perform an inspection. The inspection can let us know if there is a deformity, instability, abnormal head posture, asymmetry, torticollis, or lower limb weakness. This is a crucial first step as it sets the tone for… Read More
A proper diagnosis goes a long way. Treatment and recovery can happen relatively quickly or broken up into parts, phases, and sessions, as part of a treatment and rehabilitation plan. This depends on the individual, their age, underlying conditions, and the severity of their injury/s. It is not uncommon to have a treatment schedule that could be weeks/months long. This… Read More
Muscle cramps are sudden and involuntary contractions of one or more of the body's muscles. They often occur at night or at any moment stopped by a sudden Charley horse. These cramps can cause severe pain, making it impossible to move and use the affected muscle/s. They are usually brought on from: Long periods of exercise Physical labor Hot weather… Read More
Vitamin B12 and Shoulder Injuries - Wellness Doctor Rx Overview Shoulder injuries commonly affect the muscles, ligaments, and tendons, particularly in individuals who perform repetitive arm movements, lift heavy objects regularly, or participate in sports involving repetitive arm motions. Activities such as swimming, tennis, pitching, weightlifting, and even daily tasks like painting, hanging curtains, or gardening can increase the risk… Read More
Knee Injuries, Surgeries, and Vitamin D Status. The knee joint is one of the largest and complex joints. It connects the thigh bone to the shinbone, which has a very important role in: Supporting the body’s weight Facilitating movement Allowing the ability to bend the knee Because of the complexity of the knee joint, it is highly susceptible to injuries. The… Read More
There are different types of muscle from a biological perspective, however, there is no such thing as lean muscle. Lean suggests the absence of body fat. But the fact is that all muscle is lean muscle. It is important to build muscle mass as the body ages, however, it is more important to build lean body mass. Here is the difference.… Read More
When it comes to Neuromusculoskeletal disorders, many techniques are available for one to learn. Some of these techniques include: Activator methods Applied Kinesiology Atlas Specific Meric System Network Chiropractic Pro-Adjuster And Many More As a healthcare practitioner, upwards of 90% of your consultations involve a clinical investigation. The most often asked questions to patients include “How long have you had the… Read More
Tennis is an intense sport that requires strength, agility, flexibility, stamina, endurance, and conditioning. And it’s a great way to stay in shape. However, with all of this intensity is the risk of injuries. Although they are lower compared to other sports injuries, injuries are more cumulative/repetitive based and wear and tear over time type. Tennis injuries can be painful… Read More
The interaction between beneficial bacteria and the host is called symbiosis. Furthermore, symbiosis depends on multiple factors such as microbial diversity, nutritional intake, lifestyle factors, and age. Consequently, this interaction leads to an adequate immune response, protects the gut's epithelial integrity, reduces inflammation, and prevents the entry of pathogens. However, this win-win situation needs a closer look into the syntropy… Read More
With the number of individuals/vehicles on the road today, automobile accidents are frequent and even minor ones can cause damage. The most obvious is the destruction of the vehicle during and after the collision. But these crashes and accidents also cause serious damage to the body that is not immediately visible or felt. Almost every accident and crash results in… Read More