You May Have More In Common With Your Grandparents Than You Think
Are you experiencing severe pain and swelling in your joints? Is it to the point where your joints feel so stiff that it is hard to move them? If so, you many be experiencing one of the many different types of arthritis.
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MEDICAL EXPERTS FROM COLUMBIA DOCTORS EASTSIDE
 Are you experiencing severe pain and swelling in your joints? Is it to the point where your joints feel so stiff that it is hard to move them? If so, you many be experiencing one of the many different types of arthritis. Don’t worry because you are not alone; about 70 million Americans are affected with some form of arthritis. There is no known cause, but risk factors such as age, gender and weight can highly increase your chances of developing arthritis. Jeffery A. Geller, M.D., Director of Minimally Invasive Hip & Knee Replacement Surgery in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at ColumbiaDoctors Eastside can help to answer any questions that you may have as well as go over all possible treatment options with you.
Could you have IBS?
There comes a time when many people will experience constipation, gas, diarrhea, abdominal pain, or nausea. However, 20% of the population experiences these symptoms on a daily basis in a condition know as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Dr. Susan Lucak, M.D., Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine in Digestive and Liver Diseases at ColumbiaDoctors Eastside can describe causes, symptoms, and help perform tests to rule out more serious intestinal diseases. Dr. Lucak would be delighted to answer some commonly asked questions such as: What types of medication is prescribed to patients diagnosed with IBS? Does fiber help or hurt people with IBS? And how can stress affect IBS?
Protecting the Body-While Exercising
Orthopedic rehabilitation is not limited to athletes. Working out on a regular basis can cause torn ligaments, tendons and pulled muscles. The slightest sprain or strain may cause major discomfort and require some form of therapy. Orthopedic injuries also occur amongst those who suffer or have a history of arthritis and osteoporosis. Working with a physical therapist can help prevent and treat orthopedic related injuries. Dr. Joseph Ciccone, DPT, CSCS., Physical Therapist at ColumbiaDoctors Eastside can address all of your orthopedic and sport related injuries questions and provide tips on treatment and preventative measures. Protect yourself to keep you exercising for years to come.
No”Kid”ding Around
Many people assume that only children suffer from ADD, therefore leaving many adults undiagnosed. Symptoms of ADD, Attention Deficit Disorder, often continue into adulthood and when untreated can negatively impact a person’s daily life. Adults with ADD struggle with self regulation, the stress of missed deadlines and forgotten appointments, and aggravated friends and family who just don’t understand why you can’t pull it together. They often have difficulty concentrating and staying organized, poor time and financial management, and are impatient and restless. Dr. David Gutman, M.D., Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at ColumbiaDoctors Eastside can help to answer any questions you may have about ADD as well as provide you with advice and treatment options if you think you have these symptoms. Don’t let this disorder hold you back anymore.
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