Bodies in Motion Stay in Motion: Staying Active with Chronic Musculoskeletal Problems
By Yani C. Zinis, D.O., Orthopedic Associates, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
The age old physics algorithm first discovered by Sir Isaac Newton has very appropriate applications for our everyday lives as we all attempt to “age gracefully.” […]
What Does Listening Mean? What effects our Quality of Life?
By Sr. Richard Reikowski, Au.D., Family Hear and Balance Center, Akron LIVING WELL Magazine (formerly SENIOR Magazine)
Hearing loss can be obvious, particularly to those attempting communication with one having the hearing loss. […]
Unraveling the Facts of Long Term Care Insurance
Diane Ream, MS, RNC, and Diane Riley, Bayada Nurses, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
Long-term care insurance is a privately purchased insurance policy developed specifically to cover care expenses not covered by traditional health insurance or Medicare. Long-term care insurance helps you to protect your savings and assets against the cost of home care or facility care. […]
Knee Joint Arthritis
Advances in Treatment Updates
Allen S. Kent, MD, LIVING WELL Magazine
There are many different causes of knee joint arthritis, with the most common being osteoarthritis (“wear and tear” over the years) and traumatic arthritis (arthritis which develops after an injury to the joint). The diagnosis is made by taking a detailed patient history, physical exam of the joint, x-rays, and possibly an MRI scan […]
There’s more to Cancer than Chemo & Surgery
How supportive care can help you cope
Courtesy Stewart’s Caring Place: Cancer Wellness Center, Akron LIVING WELL Magazine
Medical treatment for a cancer patient is only the beginning of a sometimes long journey. Dynamics of the cancer experience may include psychological, social, spiritual or physical factors. As the patient, caregiver, or loved one, it is common to feel overwhelmed.
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NO MORE DENTURES!
SMILE AND EAT WITH CONFIDENCE AGAIN
Trisha Le, DDS, Family Dentistry of Plano, Collin LIVING WELL Magazine
Bill didn’t have too many choices. He had been losing his upper teeth. He was at the point that he couldn’t even get his teeth cleaned without anesthetic because of the pain. […]
What You Need to Know About Glaucoma
Part Two – Eye Pressure
By George Ulrich, MD, Colorado Springs Health Partners, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
In the fall/winter edition of Colorado Springs SENIOR Magazine, we began discussing what glaucoma is, and what you should know about the disease. In part two of this series, we’re going to explore how it’s possible to measure how well the optic nerve works, in addition to talking about eye pressure. […]
Colorectal Cancer: What you don’t know can kill you
Anthony Madrid, M.D., Board Certified Gastroenterologist, Medical Director, Aurora Endoscopy Center & Rocky Mountain Gastroenterology Associates, East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine
Did you know? Colorectal Cancer (CRC) is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States. […]
Post-Void Dribbling
Courtesy Murphy Overconfident Underwear, Collin LIVING WELL Magazine (formerly SENIOR Magazine)
Post-void dribbling is “the phenomenon where urine remaining in the urethra after voiding the bladder slowly leaks out after urination. A common and usually benign complaint, it may be a symptom of urethral diverticula or prostatitis.” […]
Amputation is not the end of life as you know it
What to expect when being fitted for a prosthesis
Leslie Roberts, CP, MSS, Orthotic and Prosthetic Specialists, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine (formerly SENIOR Magazine)
Becoming an amputee is a life-changing event. In addition to dealing with natural grieving issues, there is also the task of learning what to expect. The following are a few questions and answers to help transition you into your life as an amputee. […]
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