The COVID-19 pandemic has sent shockwaves through the world as we know it. To fight the virus, our governmental leaders have asked all of us to stay at home, closed down many businesses, and introduced social distancing into our way of life. Yes, COVID-19 has changed our day-to-day life, but not just in the ways…
Our brains naturally like to be active. When we are not keeping them busy, they wander to subjects that might be stressful, and there happen to be a lot of sources for stress in the world today. During this unprecedented time of social distancing, where we have to avoid meeting in groups or standing too…
At a time when social distancing has us quarantined at home, it puts our already technology-obsessed world spending additional time on their phones or various technology devices. While there are many benefits of technology, for many it is becoming a pain in the neck – literally. Did you know the average American already spends over 10…
1. Get Outdoors Consider going out for a hike to discover a new trail to hike, walking a new path or hit that bike trail that you have been putting off. There are many benefits to stay moving during a time when many are quarantined in their homes. The added benefit of fresh air is…
Improve these 4 aspects of your life to boost overall health and protect against illness: 1. Eat the Rainbow! Balanced Nutrition Builds Immunity Did you know about 70% of your immune system is in your gut? Food is medicine. Eat the rainbow – food like colorful vegetables and low-glycemic fruits along with nuts and seeds…
Stress in society is at an all time high; between the coronavirus, the upcoming elections, the financial sector’s health, and the media’s coverage of all of these, staying calm can be very difficult. We often overlook the negative impact this stress can have on our health. As a neurologist, I see many patients who list…
When we think of migraines, we typically think of adults. We think of the person who has to take the day off from work and spend it instead in a dimly lit room until the pain goes away. However, migraines can also affect children. In fact, approximately one in four adolescents suffers from migraines. Half…
Spine and neurosurgeons discuss what strategies they will introduce in their practices next year. Question: What strategies or programs do you plan to introduce next year? Christopher Good, MD. VSI (Reston): Advances in technology have greatly impacted spine surgery over the last decade. 3D navigation, robotic guidance and computerized surgical planning have become commonplace in…
As winter comes to an end that means golf season is just around the bend (or dogleg). If you are like me, any time you hear that classic Master’s piano tune on ESPN, the itch to get back into golf is stronger and more difficult to ignore. Beyond slicing the ball into the next fairway,…
Proper conditioning is a must prior to skiing, and is best initiated at least 6 weeks prior to your ski trip.
