by Family Practice Center | Sep 21, 2021 | Body Injuries, Preventative Medicine
Everyone experiences pain every now and again, especially as we age. However, there is a difference between routine aches and pains, and living with chronic pain. Chronic pain is a leading cause of disability for adults here in the US. For Pain Awareness Month this September, our healthcare providers wanted to discuss chronic pain and what people who experience this condition can do to treat and manage their symptoms. Pain is considered chronic when it lasts for...
by Heather Heaton | Mar 6, 2020 | Preventative Medicine
Considered one of the five vital organs found in the body (along with the heart, brain, liver, and lungs), the kidneys are extremely important to a person’s health. Our kidneys are responsible for removing waste, toxins, and extra fluid from the blood. Needless to say, being proactive about maintaining the health and wellness of your kidneys is essential. That’s why we wanted to take some time to educate our readers during National Kidney Month this March. Kidney...
