Medical Minutes

Pain and Falling Temperatures

pain-and-temperature-dr-snellAs the days get shorter and the weather colder, people often report an increase in pain and pain symptoms. Those with chronic pain swear the aches in their bones and joints are a predictor of impending rainy or cold weather. While scientists continue to study the correlation between pain and inclement weather, the evidence thus far is largely inconclusive.

Pain and Falling Temperatures

pain-and-temperature-dr-snellAs the days get shorter and the weather colder, people often report an increase in pain and pain symptoms. Those with chronic pain swear the aches in their bones and joints are a predictor of impending rainy or cold weather. While scientists continue to study the correlation between pain and inclement weather, the evidence thus far is largely inconclusive.

In Remembrance and the Effects of Trauma

Post-traumatic stress disorder is often the result of being exposed to a psychologically distressing event, one that typically extends beyond that of normal everyday experiences. It may be the tragic loss of someone; domestic violence or childhood abuse; a medical event or hospitalization; assault or combat; a natural disaster or even an act of terrorism. When we experience a traumatic event, it is normal to respond with a range of emotions and symptoms. For each person, the reaction is unique and personal.

Sepsis

Sepsis kills more than 258,000 American each year and leaves thousands of survivors often with life altering changes. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there are over 1 million cases of sepsis each year, and it is the ninth leading cause of disease-related deaths.

Health Benefits of Regular Exercise

Thirty minutes of moderate physical activity each day yields long and short term health rewards. When you lead an active lifestyle, the benefits extend far beyond weight management. Regular physical activity promotes strong muscles and bones, decreases blood pressure, helps improve brain function, reduces stress and packs a healthy punch in a number of other ways.

Caring for our tiniest patients

One of the most exciting family events is the birth of a newborn. A lot of preparation takes place in the months leading up to the big day. In the vast majority of cases, mothers deliver at term and mom and baby are home in one to three days. However, despite meticulous planning, unexpected issues may surface. Even in the healthiest of pregnancies, emergencies arise.