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Keeping an Eye on Your Visual Health
By Jane Therrien The eye is arguably the most intricate and distinguishing feature in our bodies. It contributes to making each of us undeniably unique. It is second to the (more…)
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The Facts About “Laughing Gas”
By Dr. Alon Grosman Like many parents in our community, I tend to approach the use of any medicine for my children with a discerning eye. What are the risks (more…)
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Pediatric Foot and Ankle Sprains May Be a More Complex Growth Plate Injury
By Dr. Carlo A. Messina Injuries to the growth plate in children may cause damage to the structures at the end of the bone that will allow the child’s bone (more…)
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Treatments for Knee Pain
By Edward J. Frankoski, D.O. A common complaint that affects people of all ages is knee pain. General pain can be the result of various ailments, diseases, injury, or most (more…)
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Osteoarthritis of the Foot and Ankle
By Robert H. Sheinberg, D.P.M., D.A.B.P.S., F.A.C.F.A.S. Osteoarthritis is a wearing out of the cartilage at the end of the bones that form a joint. The cartilage gives us smooth (more…)
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Habitual Toe Walkers
By Dr. John Goodner At the beginning of independent walking, toddlers may walk on their toes. Within three to six months the heel should be touching the ground during gait. (more…)
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Some Thoughts on Legacy
Legacy means so much more than the assets we leave behind in the form of an inheritance. Most of us never give much thought to what our legacy might be. (more…)
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Gait Disturbances in Children (In-Toe and Out-toe)
Gait disturbances are one of the most common concerns of parents. Children may begin walking with their feet turned in or out, leaving parents with many questions. The problem may (more…)
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Should I Have My Child’s Wisdom Teeth Extracted?
Should I have my child’s wisdom teeth extracted? This is a question I am asked frequently, especially at the end of orthodontic treatment. The question is very logical. We have been (more…)