Tag: Health & FItness
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HEALTH MATTERS 3/11: Take Action to Prevent Asthma Flare-ups in Children
By Julie A. Caucino, DO Does your child complain of not being able to catch their breath when they come off the soccer field or basketball court? Do they wheeze after playing with the family pet? Do they cough incessantly after being outside in the cold? These are signs that could indicate your child is…
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Don’t Let Carpal Tunnel Slow You Down
Among adults, carpal tunnel syndrome is the most common form of nerve pain in your upper arm, forearm and hand. It is a progressive condition that can cause simple tasks such as holding your favorite coffee mug to become painful and difficult. Studies show that women and the elderly are more likely to develop carpal tunnel syndrome. While there is…
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V.P. of Almasi Site Contractors named chair of Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation
Laura Bianchini, vice president and project director at Almasi Site Contractors, has been appointed chair of the Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation’s respective Boards of Trustees, replacing chair Dr. Andrew Citron, who served in the position from 2017-21. Bianchini will take over leadership of the board in its fundraising efforts in support of Hackensack Meridian Old…
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HEALTH MATTERS 3/4: Making the Mental Adjustment to Retirement
By Jamie Winters, LCSW For many people, a job or career can serve as an integral part of their identity while also providing socialization and a sense of purpose that has been cultivated throughout their lives. So, what happens when it is time for retirement? It can be a wonderful time of life but, for…
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HEALTH MATTERS 2/25: Tips for Recognizing Changes in Eating Behaviors
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, increased levels of stress, anxiety and depression have been widespread across the globe. For those at risk for or those with current eating disorders, the challenges and mental health fallout appear to be compounded. To spread awareness and educate the community, Penn Medicine Princeton Center for Eating Disorders is participating…
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JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute study identifies nerve damage in post-COVID patients
Some COVID-19 patients develop severe and persistent nerve injuries that can add to the complexity of post-COVID rehabilitation as well as to the burden of disability for patients, according to a recent study. The study by JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, JFK University Medical Center, and Saint Peter’s University Hospital identified peripheral nerve injuries in some…
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HEALTH MATTERS 2/18: Primary Hyperparathyroidism: A Tiny Gland Can Cause Big Problems
By Omodele Hogan, MD The four tiny parathyroid glands located at the base of your neck behind your thyroid may be small in size, but they make up for it in function. Their sole purpose is to regulate the calcium levels in your bloodstream, which affects your bones, kidneys and intestines. And when one or…
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New law permits physical therapists to perform dry needling under certain conditions
Prior to 2017, the doctors of physical therapy at ProFysio, and many other physical therapy clinics, were providing dry needling treatment to their patients for conditions like tendinopathy, myofascial trigger points, shoulder pain, and TMJ syndrome. All of the physical therapists at ProFysio that were providing the treatment had completed additional academic and practical training…
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HEALTH MATTERS 2/4: Catching High Blood Pressure Early
By Benita Philip, DO Nearly half of all adults in the United States suffer from hypertension or high blood pressure, according to the American Heart Association, but many are unaware that they have the condition. Unfortunately, being unaware does not make the condition any less of a health risk. The American Heart Association and American…
