Jan Haig

Not All PT Is Created Equal: The Different Types of Physical Therapy

Do you tediously walk the treadmill at your physical therapy (PT) visit while your therapist seems to be preoccupied elsewhere?
Perhaps it’s time to consider a physical therapist who takes a more holistic and individualized approach to your needs. There are many types of physical therapy, but in each, your therapist should view you as a whole person, not a point of injury.

What Causes Pain With Intercourse? And What Can You Do About It?

Making love should be a pleasant experience, but many females quietly endure physical pain with intercourse.
Research suggests that painful intercourse, or dyspareunia, may affect two in 10 American women at some point in their lives. Other studies put the number as high as 74%...

Leaking When You Laugh? An Expert Explains Stress Urinary Incontinence

Oops, there’s that trickle again.
If you “leak” more than occasionally or often find yourself in a frantic dash for the ladies’ room, you may have stress urinary incontinence. It’s an involuntary loss of urine when you laugh, sneeze, cough, exercise, or generate other pressure on the bladder.

The Benefits of Probiotics: A Healthier Gut for a Happier You

There are certainly times when probiotics for gut health may be appropriate and important for patients. But the truth about probiotics is that no single product ranks as “best.” And we still have a lot to learn about them.
The human gastrointestinal (GI) tract contains a wide array of microorganisms: bacteria, yeasts, b...

Your Overnight Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Bring to the Hospital

Every hospital stay is unique.
You may be in for an overnight observation or a procedure with a planned stay of a few days. Perhaps you undergo regular cancer treatment or have a chronic health condition like emphysema that calls for intermittent hospitalization.
Most hospital visits, though, are unplanned, and you may unexpectedly find yourself in the emergency room!
In the former cases, you typically have plenty of time to consider what...

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Fuel Your Focus: An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Plan for Optimal Brain Health

Have you ever experienced temporary brain fog? Perhaps you forgot a doctor’s appointment or suddenly found it difficult to complete simple paperwork.
To a certain degree, cognitive decline is part of the aging process, and occasional brain fog can become more common as we enter middle age. Over 28% of participants in a recent study reported that they sometimes experience confusion or forgetfulness, feel mentally exhausted, or struggle to...

Cold Plunge Benefits: Does Chilling Out Bring Better Health?

Have you been dunked or doused in ice-cold water lately… on purpose? Many people are giving it a try.
A cold plunge, also known as an ice bath or cold-water immersion, is a dip into cold water for a few minutes at a time. “Plungers” partially or fully submerge their bodies in water below 60°F (16°C) — even as low as 38°F (3°C).
The purpose of a cold plunge is to stimulate the body and mind through cold exposure, as well as reduce mus...

Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMD): Treating Restless Limbs

Do your legs continually twitch when you’re in a movie theater or seated at dinner? Do random limb movements disrupt your slumber at night?
We’ve all heard of restless legs syndrome (RLS), but most patients don’t realize that restless limbs may point to a broader condition called periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD).

The Importance of Vaccination: A Doctor’s Perspective on Protecting Your Health

Are vaccines safe? Are they risky? Do they have side effects?
The vaccine debate is more fevered than it’s ever been in my 30+ years as a physician, particularly online. If I could sit down with every North Carolinian who’s hesitant about vaccines, here’s what I’d tell them about the importance of vaccination:

The Importance of Purpose in Life: How to Be Happy in Retirement

Many people look forward to retirement, expecting joy, but some may experience boredom, loneliness, or a sense of loss.
The importance of “purpose in life” doesn’t stop when we hit retirement. Your degree of fulfillment is directly related to your overall health and well-being in your later years. Losing your sense of purpose may result in depression, anxiety, and overall aimlessness.

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Not All PT Is Created Equal: The Different Types of Physical Therapy

What Causes Pain With Intercourse? And What Can You Do About It?

Leaking When You Laugh? An Expert Explains Stress Urinary Incontinence

Is This Innovative Bladder Pain Treatment Right for You?

The Benefits of Probiotics: A Healthier Gut for a Happier You

Your Overnight Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Bring to the Hospital

Fuel Your Focus: An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Plan for Optimal Brain Health

Savor the Benefits of Mindful Eating

The Power of Creatine for Women's Health and Fitness

Is Your Chronic Cough Actually GERD Cough?

Hypothyroidism vs. Hyperthyroidism: How Are They Different?

Are You Eating Enough Protein?

Cold Plunge Benefits: Does Chilling Out Bring Better Health?

Optimal Vitamin D Levels: How Much Do You Need?

Natural Treatment for Osteoporosis: How to Treat Osteoporosis Without Medication

OTC Medicine Labels: Your Key to Safe, Effective Dosing

How to Prevent Common Cold: Is It Possible?

Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMD): Treating Restless Limbs

The Importance of Vaccination: A Doctor’s Perspective on Protecting Your Health

How Long Is the Flu Contagious?

What’s the Best Exercise for a Leaky Heart Valve?

January’s Health Insights From Priority Physicians

The Importance of Purpose in Life: How to Be Happy in Retirement

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