South Palm Beach Edition

Lower back pain is more than just a discomfort—it’s a life-altering condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Whether you’re struggling with persistent pain or watching a loved one suffer, understanding the latest treatment options can be a beacon of hope. The Hidden Culprit: Sacroiliac Joint Pain Many people experiencing lower back pain aren’t aware that the sacroiliac (SI) joint …

While not every person in the world will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, nearly everyone has or will be impacted by the disease. Given its far-reaching impacts, many have wished for the discovery of a game-changing vaccine that would eradicate cancer once and for all. While the likelihood of a single miracle shot is not on the near-term …

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS With another year in the books and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season complete, we can now take a breath to shift our focus toward self-improvement. As the calendar turns over to reveal the halfway point of the 2020s, now’s the time for many to start working on their New Year’s resolutions. …

A selfie is a photograph of yourself taken with a mobile phone or other handheld device, and uploaded to social media – Facbook, Instagam, Twtitter, etc. Personally, I am fascinated with the whole selfie concept. I wonder: do people think so much of themselves that they want others to look at them? Or do they think so little of themselves …

By David A. Goldman MD Apterygium is a fibrovascular growth that typically starts from the conjunctiva (skin of the eyeball) on the nasal side and grows onto the cornea. These are almost always the result of longtime sun exposure; thus, they are very common here in southern Florida. During my residency in Miami’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, there was literally …

Have you ever wondered “what’s going on in her brain” about your 6 year old? Or “what in the world makes him act that way” about your husband? Or have you ever been around someone and struggled to figure out why they say the things that they say? Psychological theorists such as Albert Ellis have taught us that how we …

Managing stress during the holiday season can be uniquely challenging for cancer patients, who may be navigating physical and emotional struggles while trying to participate in holiday activities. Here are some thoughtful and supportive strategies to help cancer patients reduce stress during the holidays: Prioritize Self-Care The holidays often bring extra obligations, but self-care is especially important for cancer patients. …

Happy Hair Days! I know Andy Williams said, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” to describe the month of December. And while I would agree with him for the most part, that sentiment doesn’t ring true in the realm of hair care. While South Florida doesn’t have to worry too much about that, the drop in temperatures up …

At 55, Mr. Bushey was forced to put his shipping career on hold when debilitating spinal pain became too much to bear. After years of traditional treatments, surgeries, and frustration, Michael found relief in an unlikely place—South Florida. It was here that Dr. Joseph A. Costello introduced him to the Stealth Laser, a groundbreaking technology designed to treat chronic pain …

Do you ever find yourself in what seems like a hopeless situation? Is your life so hectic that you wish for just a moment of peace? Do you wish you laughed more, stopped to smell the roses, and enjoyed life more easily? Are relationships in your life broken – do you long for love? If you answered “yes” to any …