North Palm Beach Edition

By David A. Goldman MD Cataract surgery has come a long way over the past few decades. Hospital admissions with sandbags placed on either side of the head have become outpatient procedures with patients going out for lunch or dinner that same day. Intraocular lens technology has improved as well; with some patients no longer requiring glasses anymore. Some patients …

By Paul Cain, Ph.D. and Donna Holm, CPA Aging brings about symptoms one may never have experienced in his or her younger years: fatigue, general muscle pain and weakness, joint pain, poor concentration, restless sleep – the list goes on. These symptoms may be the result of normal wear and tear on the body over the years.  They are also …

By Dr. Natalia Tsar TMD, sometimes called TMJ, is a cycle of pain, muscle spasms, and jaw joint problems that results when the teeth, chewing muscles, and jaw joints don’t work together harmoniously. The letters “TMD” stand for Temporomandibular Dysfunction. This refers to problems with muscles and joints that join the lower jaw to the base of the skull. Symptoms …

Introducing the latest in state-of-the-art technology targeted to alleviate the symptoms associated with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome By Dana Chauncey Lesser, CLT What is Electro-Sound Lymphatic Drainage Therapy? Electro-Sound Lymphatic Drainage is a soothing, pain-free one-hour accelerated method of cleansing and detoxifying the Lymphatic System. The results include increased circulation, released blockages, proper elimination, cell nourishment and an enhanced immune system. …

By Terry Hoskins Most people who come for counseling are seeking a solution to a problem. Whether they are dealing with addiction, bitterness, depression, anger, or any other issue, the common goal is a desire to uncover the root of the problem. Understanding the root of the problem is, of course, the best way to apply an adequate solution. The …

While growing older can be wonderful, it quite often brings with it a host of challenges.  Many seniors deal with health and mobility issues and need help to navigate through their daily lives.  Moving into an assisted living facility is one solution and there are quite a few of them to choose from. Before doing so, it’s important to formulate …

By Lauren R. Rosecan, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S. – WHAT ARE FLOATERS? You may sometimes see small specks or clouds moving in your field of vision. These are called floaters.  You can often see them when looking at a plain background, like a blank wall or blue sky. Floaters are actually tiny clumps of gel or cells inside the vitreous, the …

By Daniela Dadurian, M.D. – Toe Fungus is an embarrassing yet ever present condition that is not often the subject of conversation. Yet 90% of elderly people suffer from this condition called “onychomycosis”. Onychomycosis causes fingernails or toenails to thicken, discolor, disfigure, and split. Without treatment, the toenails can become so thick that they press against the inside of the …

It’s easy to take these movements for granted until something – like neck pain – occurs and these seemingly simple tasks become extremely painful and maybe even impossible. According to recent statistics, neck pain is the eighth most common reason people visit their doctor – and it is estimated that about 70 percent of us will suffer from neck pain …

By Dan Goldstein, PT, O/SCS, ATC, GFS – For a variety of reasons, knee pain is one of the most common complaints in Sport Medicine and Physical Therapy practices. At first glance, your knee may resemble a simple hinge, like the one that allows a door to swing open and closed. In reality, your knee is far more complex than …