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When you roll your neck to release tension after looking down at your phone for too long, you are instinctively doing somatic stretching. Itās your bodyās way of releasing sore, overworked muscles. Over time, muscles can become chronically tight due to stress, injuries and repetitive activities. This can negatively impact how you feel and move. ...
Esophageal cancer is highly treatable when found at an early stage. At the Statesir Cancer Center at CentraState, patients with early-stage esophageal cancer may be eligible for a state-of-the art, non-surgical treatment that allows for a quicker return to work, family, and daily activities. Board-certified thoracic surgeon Igor Brichkov, MD, has brought his expertise in ...
While it canāt treat a urinary tract infection (UTI), natural, tart cranberry juice may help prevent recurrent UTIs by flushing the bladder of infection-causing bacteria. āIf you have frequent UTIs, drinking natural cranberry juice certainly canāt hurt,ā says CentraState OB/GYN Angela Markman, MD. āBut itās important to use proven prevention practices.ā Her tips include: Drink ...
Doug Brooks has struggled with his weight since high school, and it continued to climb through adulthood. Four years ago, when the COVID-19 pandemic forced the Howell resident to work from home, his weight spiked from 220 pounds to 300 pounds. Easily fatigued and experiencing excruciating hip and knee pain, Doug had to use an ...
Many patients and their families are hesitant to seek palliative care services because itās often confused with hospice. While both types of care focus on patient comfort, there are distinct differences. Vikranta Sharma, MD, a hospice and palliative medicine specialist at CentraState, provides her perspectives. What is palliative care? Palliative medicine aggressively manages symptoms and ...
Gary Trioloās workday started like any other ā going through paperwork, checking email and answering calls ā until his world suddenly started spinning out of control. āI looked up and the room started to spin to the left in slow motion,ā explains Gary, who serves as the director of Food and Nutrition Services at CentraState. ...
When Cynthia James was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) ā a chronic, debilitating disease of the central nervous system ā she couldāve scaled back her commitments while processing her new reality. Instead, she found ways to help others with the disease. Six years ago, with a career she loved, a vibrant social life and numerous ...
Leading thoracic surgeon Igor Brichkov, MD, has joined CentraState Healthcare System, expanding access to the latest procedures for lung and esophageal cancers and benign conditions. Dr. Brichkov is board-certified in thoracic surgery and fellowship-trained in minimally invasive thoracic surgery. āNew procedures are available to treat many thoracic conditions, and Iām proud to bring this expertise ...
Some women may think pelvic floor issues are a normal part of the pregnancy journey and postpartum healing process ā or they may be too embarrassed to speak up. But when you share any concerns with your doctor, you can return to normal function more quickly while also preventing long-term issues. āPelvic health for women ...
When you hear the term āzero gravity,ā you may think of astronauts and space travel. Now, a similar environment is helping CentraState patients improve their balance. The ZeroGĀ® Gait and Balance System, a new treatment option available at CentraStateās OceanFirst Rehabilitation Center, helps patients more safely and confidently practice walking and balance exercises. āZeroG is ...
