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Taking Care of an Ill Loved One

I didn't think of myself as the nurturing type as I grew up, but when my grandmother became seriously ill while I was in college, my caregiver side came out. I started living with her and balancing her care with my schoolwork. It was very challenging, but seeing her recover and regain her ability to live independently was well worth the five years of hard work. Now I'm returning again to help my grandmother so she can once again stay at home, and I've decided to share some of my experiences online to help other caregivers feel like they're not so alone.

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The Orthopaedic Doctor's Role In Treating Osteoporosis

Posted on October 20, 2015

Although orthopaedic surgeons generally perform surgery to repair a fractured hip bone, their role in treating hip fractures related to osteoporosis includes managing the disease afterward. Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become weak and brittle. Since patients who suffer a fracture are at double the risk of a second fracture, receiving the proper followup treatment is critical. Why Followup Treatment Matters The absence of effective osteoporosis treatment following a hip fracture can lead to additional medical problems, including [Read More]

The Most Important Aspects of Substance Abuse Treatment

Posted on October 7, 2015

The best substance abuse programs work to correct the chemical, psychological, and circumstantial problems that can lead to a substance addiction. A combination of different tactics is great for attacking the problem from many different angles. Here are some of the most important ways to treat a substance abuse problem. Tackling the Chemical Problem Substance abuse can change the level of certain chemicals in the brain, such as dopamine, so one part of treatment focuses on restoring the brain to a healthy, balanced level. [Read More]

Your Child's Aching Back: Spotting Problems From An Overweight Backpack

Posted on September 24, 2015

Young kids are facing more academic demands in school than ever with increased testing and performance measurements. With the increased demands often comes an increase in the number of books that kids have to carry to and from school. The added backpack weight could be causing serious back problems, both short and long-term. What is the Concern? Children shouldn't carry backpacks that exceed approximately fifteen percent of their body weight. Carrying more weight than that can lead to posture issues, muscle pain and other potential injuries. [Read More]

Three Sounds Your Child's Hearing Aid Should Not Be Making

Posted on September 2, 2015

When your child is too young to tell you exactly what's happened to a malfunctioning hearing aid, it can be a little tricky to troubleshoot. But if the device produces unusual sounds, you may be able to tell what the issue is and how to correct it. Here are three sounds that may indicate a problem. 1. Distortion If your child tells you that there's something wrong with the sounds, such as a weak quality or an unpredictable fluctuation in sound coming from the device, the hearing aid may be experiencing sound distortion. [Read More]