Could surgery help stroke victims?
Advances in brain imaging are helping doctors better treat patients who have a stroke. Ischemic strokes are the most common types of...
What is occupational therapy for?
What does an an occupational therapist do? This might be a question you've asked before or always wondered about (we've talked to many...
"What did you say?" We said you might have a hearing problem and not even know it!
"What did you say?" "Huh? I didn't catch that." "Could you repeat that?" Does this sound like you lately? If you are approaching 65 or...
Planning a surgery? Here are some steps you don't want to miss.
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 48 million inpatient surgeries are performed each year. That's over 130,000...
How much exercise should I get every day to stay heart healthy?
Well, we are half way through American Heart Month! But it is important to keep the discussion about heart health going because heart...
Let's Celebrate American Heart Month, Southwest Oklahoma!
American Heart Month is upon us! February is recognized as American Heart Month annually by the American Heart Association to promote...
Pain management: What aging adults should know about painkillers
Often we associate pain with aging. As we get older, we tend to have more aches and pains in our body, and we assume this is a natural...
Getting It Straight
Sit up straight! This common request may have been how you first heard about posture, the way you hold your body. Posture isn’t just...
Seek Help for Low Vision
For people with low vision, everyday activities can be a challenge. People with low vision don’t see well even with standard glasses,...
Battling a Bulging Hernia
Usually, the wall of the abdomen is strong. The muscles keep your intestine in place. But if there’s a weak spot, the intestine can push...
