Hearing loss is more than an ear problem. It’s a total health and wellness problem, affecting our quality of life, daily interactions and relationships.
And it’s totally treatable.
How to Support a Loved One with Hearing Loss
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How Cataract Surgery Has Changed for the Better
Cataract surgery has come a long way over the decades, and is now one of the most commonly performed procedures in the world. Improvements in surgical techniques and lens replacement technology have transformed cataract surgery, and they continue to evolve to this day. According to Unite for Sight, cataract surgery permits millions of people to […]
Lifestyle Changes for Better Health and Longevity
If you’re feeling depressed, overweight, tired and just suffering from the aches and pains of aging, you might be wondering where things went wrong. “One of the best ways to maintain your youth and your health is to maintain your spine,” says Dr. Thomas Mercante, a chiropractor and nutritionist at AlignLife of Summerville. Over the […]
Bad Posture – the Root of All Evil?
Q: Do you have nagging pain in your low back? Q: Do you carry chronic tension in your shoulders? A: If you have chronic discomfort in an area with no known injury, you may wonder why that is. The most likely answer is postural dysfunction (i.e., less than healthy posture, which malaligns the spine and […]
Why Is The Weight Loss Industry a Complete Failure?
If you have been struggling with weight gain year after year and it has become a focal point of your daily thoughts, this article may change your life. The weight loss industry “scam” is not a lack of weight loss. Instead, it resonates around the question, “What weight did you lose?” If you are not […]
Do You Have Glaucoma — and Not Know It?
Glaucoma is the second leading cause of preventable blindness in the world. More than four million Americans have glaucoma, but according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, only half of these individuals know they have the disease. Here’s what you need to know about glaucoma, its symptoms and treatment options. What causes glaucoma? Glaucoma occurs […]
5 Advantages of Private Senior Care
If you have an aging loved one who needs special attention, it can be difficult to find a care provider you trust. It’s important to choose a senior care service that fits comfortably into your family member’s lifestyle and can fulfill their individual needs. While there are plenty of quality live-in facilities available, private senior […]
How Can Physical Therapy Help with Balance?
Q: What symptoms and risks are most commonly associated with “bad balance”? A: Good balance is often taken for granted. Most people don’t find it difficult to walk across a gravel driveway, transition from walking on a sidewalk to grass, or get out of bed in the middle of the night without stumbling. However, with […]
How School Athletics Benefit Students
Sports may be a fun way for kids to get active, but athletic programs can also positively impact student development. “We’ve seen firsthand how athletics develop our students’ leadership and character capabilities,” says Eric Denton, headmaster at St. John’s Christian Academy, a private K3-12 school in Moncks Corner, S.C. “They also encourage good sportsmanship and […]
What is an effective exercise workout?
The answer: 100 MEPs In this age of big commercial gyms that promise everything for very little money, we decided to find out what the smaller mom and pops places were doing to differentiate themselves. The first thing we noticed was that the less expensive options were the most crowded. In order to pay the […]
5 Things You Should Know about Cataracts
Cataracts are the most frequent cause of preventable blindness in the world, yet many people don’t know much about this eye condition. Staying informed about symptoms and surgery options is important, as cataracts are generally easy to identify and treat. Here are the top 5 things you should know about cataracts: 1. Cataracts are very […]
10 Questions to Ask When Choosing an In-Home Senior Care Provider
When choosing an in-home senior care provider, you want the very best for your parent, grandparent or loved one. So it’s important to do your research and talk with several agencies to find the best fit for you and the family member in need of care. Here are the 10 most important questions to ask […]
Why You Should Make Spine Health a Priority
From a very young age, we are taught to take care of our teeth and visit the dentist to maintain good oral hygiene. Spinal health, on the other hand, is often overlooked, even though regularly visiting the chiropractor is a crucial to your overall health. “Taking good care of the central nervous system and spine […]
5 Ways Local Students Are Giving Back This Year
In addition to academics, students at St. John’s Christian Academy in Moncks Corner are engaged in several initiatives to give back both locally and across the globe.Community service is engrained into classroom and extracurricular activities at the school, says Dr. Eric Denton, headmaster at the school, which serves students grades K-12. Students can build valuable […]
How to Help Prepare Your Student for College
Preparing for college is not an easy task for students or parents. Finding and getting into an institution can be challenging, but parents should remember how important it is for students to develop an ability to handle post-secondary education.
How a Chiropractor Can Help With Lifestyle Changes
Would you like to wake up and feel great? Would you like to finally shed those pesky 30 pounds? Would you like to turn back the clock 15 years, maybe quit taking some of your many, expensive prescriptions?