What is a Physiatrist? Exploring their Role in Healthcare
What is Physiatry? Physiatry, also referred to as rehabilitation medicine, is a specialized branch of healthcare focused on diagnosing, preventing, and treating various disabilities affecting the brain, nerves, bones, and muscles. Unlike traditional medical approaches, physiatry adopts a comprehensive, holistic perspective, considering how a patient’s condition impacts every facet of their life, from working to […]
How Common is CKD? Unmasking a Silent Epidemic on the Rise
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) silently affects millions worldwide. CKD, also known as chronic kidney failure, is characterized by a gradual decline in kidney function. About the size of a fist, these remarkable organs play a crucial role in filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood, a process essential for maintaining overall health. The early […]
#StrokeFactFriday 5 DYK’s (Did You Know) about Stroke?
Did you know there are nearly 7 million stroke survivors in the U.S. Fact provided by Nancy Escalada, Administrator at The Brentwood Did you know that Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States? Fact provided by Nancy Escalada, Administrator at The Brentwood Did you know Temporary stroke symptoms are called […]