No More Pain?
Patients are in search of alternatives to medication for chronic pain relief. Massage therapy may hold the key For decades—centuries, perhaps—chronic pain sufferers have been…
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Inappropriate Use of Antibiotics During Upper Respiratory Infections
Upper respiratory infections (URI) have been a common indication for patients to seek medical treatment in the primary care setting. It is estimated that children…
Remain Calm. He’s Only a Child
The author explores strategies to manage misbehaving children in clinical settings. Therapists often ask me what they should do with kiddos that are just “out…
Infographic: What is Lymphedema?
Lymphedema is an abnormal accumulation of protein-rich lymphatic fluid in soft-tissue spaces of the body. The swelling is unlike swelling you may get after an…
Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management Market to cross the triple-billion mark by 2024
The medical sector has undergone a series of interminable changes over the last few years. In consequence, the healthcare revenue cycle management market is set…
Unveiling the Mystery Surrounding IBS
The condition is receiving greater attention and research, but is still widely misunderstood Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is the term given to a group of…
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS)
The importance of physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercise (PSSE) training Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is the most common type of spinal deformity in the pediatric population, accounting…
Recognizing Women Veterans with PTSD: A Small But Growing Population
There are an estimated 200,000 women currently serving in active duty in the armed forces and this number is expected to grow.1 In fact, the…
Facts, Myths, and More on Autism
Increase your knowledge during Autism Awareness Month For almost 50 years, the Autism Society has celebrated Autism Awareness Month each April in hopes of increasing…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 15%–20% of adolescents and women of childbearing age. It is a result of androgen excess and leads to the progression…
Education: Spring Arbor University Online MSN
Advance Your Nursing Career While You Work Full Time Spring Arbor University’s online nursing school teaches you to improve treatment quality, safety and efficiency from…
Webinar Recap: Medical Marijuana: Panacea or Snake Oil
On March 22, Elite Continuing Education hosted Medical Marijuana: Panacea or Snake Oil, presented by Bradley Gillespie, Pharm D. Although not well-supported by clinical research,…
Practical Nutrition Guidance for Patients Living With Diabetes
As incidence rates of diabetes and prediabetes rise, nurses will find themselves communicating with this patient population more often. How should education be handled? A…
Addressing the Sticking Point of Needle & Sharps Injuries
Hundreds of thousands of healthcare staff members are hurt every year by needlestick and sharps accidents. How can hospitals and nurses reduce risks? Two nurses…
Identification of Major Depressive Disorder in Adolescents
One in every 4 to 5 youths will suffer a debilitating mental health disorder by the time they are 18 years old. Mood and anxiety…
Long-Term Effects of Concussion
When the immediate effects clear, how much damage remains? Research into traumatic brain injury (TBI) and more specifically, concussion, has greatly increased over the past…