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Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a condition characterized by damage to the peripheral nerves, often manifesting as n…
A summer full of French whites
We have frequently talked about how wine tastes change with the seasons, richer more full bodied wines appeal in the fall and winter, and generally speaking as the weather warms folks prefer lighter bodied reds and…
How to get the most out of your child's therapy
Oftentimes, parents bring their child to therapy for behavioral, attentional, or mood-related issues, with hopes that a few sessions talking with a therapist will "cure" the child.
Could you benefit from physical therapy?
Many of us may not know all of the ways that physical therapy can help us or what it can help with. If you find that you cannot do certain things because of pain, then it might be time to talk to your doctor or cal…
Dyslexia: Is it a Learning Disability?
In every classroom there are a handful of bright children who struggle to learn to read. This problem has existed since people began to develop written language. Research over the years has increased our understand…
The true story of Winifred Gardella
Awhile back we shared the story of Doug Harkey, an Iowa resident who had his vision restored in his eye through chiropractic care after 12 years of blindness. This week I would like to check in with a younger patie…
A 'one-on-one' doctor/patient relationship
My name is Ken Akey, M.D. I am a Board Certified Pediatrician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Multiple Sclerosis: Eroding health
According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, there are approximately 400,000 individuals in the U.S. affected by MS. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a condition of marked erosion of the protective coating aroun…
If you like pina coladas...
Nothing says summer like sipping on a cool beverage in the backyard or while looking out over the lake. But when it comes to cocktails, these can be real calorie hogs. For example, a 16-ounce pina colada can clock …
6 out of 10
"Oh just live with it and it's all in your head." I have heard those statements a lot in my 28-year career as a Physical Therapist. Part of those statements sound true however there is definitely more to the story.…
A mix of traditional, holistic medical care for patients
Dr. Susan Ashley, a family physician practicing in Liberty Lake, is also board certified in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and offers a mix of traditional and holistic medical care to patients of all ages. He…
How much do hearing aid batteries cost?
How much do hearing aid batteries cost and how long do they last?
Wine Rodeo 2012
Each year at this time the four judges for the North Idaho Wine Rodeo commercial wine competition gather to start judging the hundreds of wines entered from around the world. This year the judging panel has a new a…
An advanced method to improve function and decrease pain
Pain and decreased function can be caused by a number of different things: surgery, syndromes, strains, and on and on. There are also multiple ways to decrease pain and improve function following an injury or other…
'Building Better Caregivers'
"Building Better Caregivers"... Are you caring for a loved one with dementia or memory problems? Are you feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to turn for support?
Living with mental illness
Abraham Lincoln, Janet Jackson, Mark Twain, John Denver, Princess Diana, Anne Rice, Britney Spears, Michelangelo. Other than being names that are familiar to us all due to their respective talents and achievements,…