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Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a condition characterized by damage to the peripheral nerves, often manifesting as n…
Summer recommendations
While our weather has been anything but what we are used to here in North Idaho during the summer, we are all still spending time on the water and in our yards. The sun and warmth will no doubt return, but we conti…
Simple do-anywhere relaxation techniques
Summer is in full swing, and here in Northwest everyone heads for the great outdoors. I love it, there is no better life. Along with the fun of all of that, however;is the fact that we often over schedule ourselves…
Nutty for coconut oil
Coconut oil seems to be everywhere these days, and this sweet, nutty oil is the nutritional buzzword of the summer! But what’s all the hype about? Coconut oil adds a tropical twist to many dishes, but it has also b…
Are sudden cardiac death & obstructive sleep apnea related?
There are nearly a half a million deaths each year in the United States attributed to sudden cardiac death (SDC). There are tens of millions of Americans with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In a study done in Swede…
A pain in the neck
Have you ever been accused of being a pain in the neck? Or, rather, do you have a pain in the neck? Neck pain is the third most common type of pain, with more than 1 in 4 Americans suffering. Pain can have a profou…
Wine tasting etiquette
Tasting in Wine Country and in local shops has changed some over the years. Events are often more elaborate, and both wineries and retail stores like ours invest a fair amount of time, energy and capital in creatin…
Muscle strategies
All of us have muscle strategies, even our elite athletes. A muscle strategy is a way of eliciting a group of muscles to accomplish a task or athletic endeavor in order to do the activity in the most efficient, cos…
Don't be afraid, hearing well is worth your time
Last week I had an open house for Lyric extended wear hearing aids called “Lyric Days.” Because I am a true independent audiologist, I don’t have big pockets for advertising like some of the franchise offices, so i…
Do you have sinus problems?
You’ve gone to your primary care doctor and you’ve been prescribed multiple courses of antibiotics which stopped working. You’ve gone to an ear nose, & throat surgeon and you’ve been prescribed more antibiotics, al…
Food safety for summertime fun
Summertime in North Idaho gives way to some of the most beautiful days, allowing us to spend time with family and friends in the great outdoors. Gatherings alm…
Ninety percent
Whether it is beer wine or food, what we taste is more accurately described as what we smell. The fact is that the human palate really contributes little to what we taste, limited to four flavors, sweet, sour, salt…
The scoop on poop: Part 2
In last week’s article entitled The Scoop on Poop, part one, we talked about constipation and the fact that we may have more control than we think over our bowel movements. Now we will discuss other factors and rem…
The scoop on poop: Part 1
Constipation is a condition that effects one in eight individuals in the U.S. Though not a disease per se, it can lead to many health conditions, such as hemorrhoids, diverticulitis, fissures, fecal impaction recta…
'R.I.C.E.'-ing injuries
The most common injuries are soft-tissue injuries- sprains, strains, and bruises. Accidents happen, and knowing how to handle an injury immediately can prevent further damage and speed recovery. For most soft-tissu…
Lymphedema: What is a breast cancer patient's real risk?
A few years ago at Stanford University, I had the opportunity to study with Jean-Paul Belgrado, PT, a leading researcher in the field of lymphedema from the Universite Libre de Bruxelles in Belgium. He presented at…