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“Tears of the meniscus are very common and the older you get the more likely you are to have them. But the correlation between having a tear and having pain is very poor.” – Dr. Ian Harris #Excessive_Imaging_for_Musculoskeletal_Problems #Overutilization_of_Surgery #Knee View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2022-09-21 05:10:58
“In this cohort study of 237 872 propensity score–matched adults aged 65 years or older, perioperative gabapentin users had significantly increased risk of delirium, new antipsychotic use, and pneumonia compared with nonusers after major surgery.” “This study suggests that careful risk-benefit assessment is needed before prescribing gabapentin for perioperative pain management to older patients.” Risks … Read morePerioperative Gabapentin Use and In-Hospital Adverse Clinical Events Among Older Adults After Major Surgery
“The Power of Purple ? The deep purple color of fruits & veggies mean these foods are a powerful source of antioxidants, specifically anthocyanins. Studies have shown that anthocyanins can benefit brain health, help lower #inflammation, fight cancer and heart disease.” Lori Shemek, PhD #Diet_and_Inflammation View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2022-09-16 … Read more“The Power of Purple The deep purple color of fruits & veggies mean these f…
Low back pain is the most common health reason causing middle-aged people to retire early. Staying active is the best treatment, with professional support when needed. Let’s work together to turn this around https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/standards/clinical-care-standards/low-back-pain-clinical-care-standard #Excessive_Imaging_for_Musculoskeletal_Problems #Overutilization_of_Surgery #Low_Back_Problems_and_Sciatica View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2022-09-14 05:27:02
“Stress causes us to narrow. To over index on the pain or discomfort we are feeling right now. One way to cope with this is thinking about the future? How will you look back on this struggle when you are at the finish line of the race?” https://thegrowtheq.com/learning-how-to-respond-instead-of-react/ #grit #mindfulness Learning How to Respond, Instead … Read moreLearning How to Respond, Instead of React – The Growth Equation
The 1st thing is notice your body is breathing Take stock of this experience Then we’re going to go on a hunt What is most vivid re: my breath? What can you feel or notice (my chest or abdomen moving?) Take that flashlight of your attention & direct it there Without thinking just put your … Read more3 Steps to Train Your Awareness | Dr. Amishi Jha
rehab rather than immediate surgery is now recommended if you tear your anterior cruciate ligament. – surgery is expensive and does not always allow people to return to sport. . A meta-review published in August suggests rehab plus optional surgery is just as good as booking in for surgery straight away. https://t.co/eA1rhrKSLY #knee #Overutilization_of_Surgery For … Read moreFor decades, an ACL tear meant surgery. New evidence suggests that may be the wrong move
“Aging is associated with many brain changes, apparently including (at least in mice) hyperactivity in hypocretin neurons, leading to more wakefulness and fragmented sleep. This is a good example of how ?changes ➡️ sleep disruption, and not just the other way around.” Dr Jade Wu Duke U sleep scientist “Age-associated changes in the activity of … Read moreOveractive wakefulness neurons disrupt sleep in aging mice
“toughness needs a reset. Too often, it’s been associated with brute forcing our way through things. Ignoring our feelings. Making an outward show of confidence and dominance. The problem is it just doesn’t work. Performance coach and bestselling author, Steve Magness, offers another way.” CM 222: Steve Magness on Real Toughness #grit CM 222: Steve … Read moreCM 222: Steve Magness on Real Toughness
Regular low-intensity physical activity has widespread health benefits. Waking after a meal for just 15m helps control blood glucose levels. 45m even more so! “Postprandial blood glucose concentration is a risk factor for the development of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, even at states well below hyperglycemic levels.” “A previous study has shown that postmeal exercise … Read moreRegular low-intensity physical activity has widespread health benefits. Waking a…
