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Health Matters 4/9: Treating Type 1 Diabetes and Eating Disorders
By Corinne Timberman RN, BSN Although the reasons for the connection are not entirely clear, people with type 1 diabetes are almost twice as likely to suffer from an eating disorder than the general population, according to the American Diabetes Association. When someone has both conditions, complications like diabetic ketoacidosis can become life threatening and…
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Health Matters 3/5: Vestibular Rehabilitation Can Help Treat Vertigo
By Linda A. Lucuski, P.T. , D.P.T. Life can become a challenge when simple movements like bending forward or turning suddenly cause you to become dizzy or experience vertigo. Often, the cause is a disorder that affects the vestibular system – the parts of the inner ear and the brain that process sensory information involved…
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Health Matters 2/26: Heart Health By the Numbers
By Muhammad Azam, M.D. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 600,000 lives each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Often, heart disease develops silently as plaque builds up in the arteries over time, causing them to narrow and reduce blood flow to…
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Health Matters 2/19: Proper Posture Can Help Relieve and Prevent Lower Back Pain
Sunita Mani, PT, DPT, MBA, CEAS Are you slouching as you read this? Are your shoulders rounded? Is your neck bent forward? If you’re like most people, you neglect your posture often. Unfortunately, if you forget about your posture for too long, your lower back may give you a painful reminder. At Princeton Rehabilitation, a…
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Health Matters 2/5: Bariatric Surgery Can Help Jumpstart Weight Loss
By Lisa Dobruskin, MD, FACS More than 70% of American adults are overweight or obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And informal surveys suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the problem, as many people are eating more and exercising less. Moreover, as the CDC notes, adults with excess weight…
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HEALTH MATTERS 1/22: Older Adults at Greater Risk for Falls and Fractures
By Linda A. Lucuski, PT, DPT Did you know that according to the National Institute on Aging, more than 1 in 3 people age 65 years or older falls each year? Moreover, thousands of older adults sustain significant injuries, including fractures, after a fall. Physical therapy, however, can help older adults recover from falls and…
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Health Matters 11/13: Don’t Close Your Eyes to Sleep Disorders
By David B. Cohn, M.D. Occasionally, everyone has problems sleeping. But if you regularly cannot get a good night’s sleep, or your snoring is disrupting the sleep of a loved one, you may suffer from a sleep disorder. A sleep disorder can adversely affect health, work performance, school and relationships, so it is important to…
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Health Matters 11/6: Ready to Lace Up Your Running Shoes? Read This First
By Megan Advani, P.T., D.P.T. Running has seen a surge in popularity this year. The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted people to lace up their sneakers and head outdoors for this socially distanced exercise that is good for both the body, and the mind. But while the physical and mental benefits of running are many, there…
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Princeton Medical Center recognized for achievements in stroke care
For the second year in a row, Princeton Medical Center (PMC) earned the Get With The Guidelines–Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award, which is granted by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) to hospitals that demonstrate a commitment to high-quality stroke care based on the latest scientific evidence. To receive the Gold Plus Award,…