Year: 2013

Fix Your Knee With A Therapeutic Shoe

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Family Practice News reported on May 1, 2013 that two doctors at Rush University in Chicago invented a new type of shoe which decreases symptoms in patients suffering from osteoarthritis of the knee. This is not an orthotic, rather the sole is designed with strategically placed grooves which mimic walking barefoot. Wearing the shoes, at least 6 hours a day, six days a week lead to an 18% reduction in the load on the knees. This invention supports the osteopathic concept of treating the foot and ankle as part of the treatment of the knee. 

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Homeopathy and Weight Loss

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The most popular question in my practice is, “Do you take my insurance?”. The second most popular question is, “Do you have a remedy for weight loss?”.  My answer to that question usually runs something like this: If I did, I’d be on my private yacht right now. The truth is there is no specific remedy for any condition in homeopathy. Remedy selection is unique to the individual.

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What is Holistic Medicine?

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First, let me say what it is not. Holistic medicine is not alternative medicine whereby alternative substances such as herbs, vitamins, minerals and other supplements are used in place of conventional drugs. Neither is it complementary medicine whereby non-conventional therapies are added to mainstream medical practice. It is a philosophy, a way of practice in which understanding the entire person is required in order to prescribe a medication, in this case a homeopathic remedy. 

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Welcome

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Welcome to my blog. On a regular or seasonal basis I hope to add content of interest to my patients and web site visitors. In the near future an email newsletter will be developed and sent to all established patients. The newsletter together with the website and blog will hopefully inform, enlighten and entertain.  I’ll start with a few basic concepts and later expand to various diagnoses and medical news items that I come across and think would be of interest to you all.  Enjoy!

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