National Stay Out Of The Sun Day 2019 Most people love the sun in the summer time but for some individuals who have lupus and autoimmune diseases like scleroderma and multiple sclerosis, the sun can be problematic. Many patients with these autoimmune disorders complain of photosensitivity or extreme sensitivity to the sun. For some patients, a skin Read More…
Have you ever woken up one morning and felt an ache in your back or felt a twinge in your back after a strenuous workout? One of the most common reasons why individuals come into the office is BACK PAIN. BASICS OF LOW BACK PAIN Low back pain is one of the leading causes for Read More…
On a daily basis, I have many individuals who present to my office not only complaining of muscle pain but also progressive muscle weakness which can be more serious. I’ll never forget the time a middle age female slowly walked into my office complaining of profound muscle weakness and fatigue. She described this feeling of Read More…
I am getting myself mentally and physically prepared as I gear up for the SHAPE Women’s Half Marathon. It is important that my body has the fuel with the proper foods and hydration during and after the race. BRING ON THE CARBS!! It is crucial to load up on carbohydrates, veggies, fruits and some lean Read More…
I am not an expert at yoga but I love learning new poses. I’m always trying to improve my fluidity and flow every day. After doing a lot of running lately with my half marathon training. I have found that waking up to do the Triangle Pose Stretch(Trikonasana ) helps me to concentrate better and kick off my day! Read More…
ENTERING THE MEDICAL WORLD March 30 was National Doctors Day and it made me reflect on the last seventeen years in practice after graduating medical school. I can still remember the day I walked down that podium at my medical school to accept my diploma and earn my medical degree. It seems like a lifetime ago yet the Read More…