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Pattye Snyder

Pattye Snyder, Health Guide

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Natural Remedies to Reduce Inflammation: Bromelain, Black Cherry Concentrate, Diet, Exercise

It seems recently, more than ever, I've been representing the phrase I once heard - "I'm so far behind, I think I'm FIRST!" In trying to figure this out, it's occurred to me that I'm a big part of my own problem. For a great deal of time in the last three years, I've been living and volunteer working in Tanzania, and then trying to return to the... Read moreChevron
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Arthritis Awareness Month

I just wanted to pass along some information on Arthritis Awareness Month taking place here at HealthCentral!   First, I want to call attention to an article about the Arthritis Foundation and how they are trying to bring awareness to the fight against the disease.    Next, I would like to announce a contest being held on our... Read moreChevron
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Heat Therapy vs. Cold Therapy for Aching Joints

As an active child growing up, my numerous injuries were met with the same phrase by my mother, a nurse: RICE.  Rest, ice, compress, elevate.  That was the cure for everything.  Rest, ice, compress, elevate. Then take some Advil.  Rest, ice, compress, elevate. You'll be just fine.  Thankfully, I always... Read moreChevron
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Christina Lasich, MD

Christina Lasich, MD, Health Pro

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A specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

The Point of Joint Injections

What is the point of joint injections? Sticking a needle into a joint is not anyone's idea of a good time; however, at times, an injection might be the best option despite the risks and discomfort. Knowing the risks of bleeding and infection, millions of people put up with the pain of this invasive procedure. Avoiding the needle would be ideal;... Read moreChevron
Christina Lasich, MD

Christina Lasich, MD, Health Pro

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A specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Joint Pain Can Forecast the Weather

The local weather forecast calls for pain increasing over the next five days and tapering off towards the end of the week. Sound familiar? Many people who have arthritis are very familiar this forecast and know that weather effects pain severity. In fact, many people know what the weather is doing just by how a joint feels. Pain, stiffness and... Read moreChevron