From the monthly archives:

October 2006

Computer Security 101

October 31, 2006

Having an office that is completely electronic and computerized is a great thing…..when all the pieces in the puzzle fit together and work. The problem comes up when one or more of the pieces are not working properly. I get asked about this a great deal by individuals whose home (or office) [...]

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Botox: Effective Treatment for Dystonia and Muscle Spasm

October 26, 2006

Botox (botulinum toxin Type A) has been available in the United States for clinical use since 1989. At that time it was approved by the FDA for treatment of eye and facial muscle spasm disorders, blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm respectively. Then in 2000 the FDA approved Myobloc (botulinum toxin Type B) for treatment of cervical [...]

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Back & Neck Pain: Surgery Not Needed

October 11, 2006

Neck and back pain are some of the most common conditions for which patients seek out medical care. It is estimated that 8 out of 10 Americans will have at least one significant episode of back or neck pain in their life. For many, this can be a recurrent or persistent problem. Fortunately over 90% [...]

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High Cholesterol – The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

October 5, 2006

High cholesterol and triglyceride levels are at epidemic proportions in the United States. It is estimated that there are 30 million affected individuals with this condition but only about 10% are treated with medications. This is an unfortunate fact considering that vascular disease (heart disease, stroke) combined is the leading cause of death in the [...]

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Botox – Use In Treatment of Migraine & Headache Disorders

October 4, 2006

Botox is a potent neurotoxin that causes muscle paralysis by blocking the release of the neurotransmitter, acetylcholine, from the nerves that control muscles. When given under controlled clinical applications, this medication can have a dramatically beneficial effect in relieving muscle spasm due to certain conditions such as cervical dystonia, blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm and limb dystonia. [...]

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