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Breast Health: Breast Density–Find Out Where You Rate

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Nutritional: 6 Ways to Cleanse Your Body Naturally

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Physical: Heart Health Screenings – Which Ones Are Important?

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Emotional: Effects of Violence on Children Ages 0 to 5

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The Sandwich Generation: Piecing Together the Medicare Plan Puzzle

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Healthy Pets: Choosing Doggie's Daycare

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Women's Health: Physical Therapy Solutions for Women

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Healthy Sleep: What's Your Sleep Apnea Score?

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Hospice Care: A Quilt for Shirley

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Postpartum Depression: Beating the Baby Blues

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Sinus Help: Relief for Sinusitis

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Saying Goodbye: A Life Celebration

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Adolescence: Dealing with So-Called "Weird Kids"

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Spinal Decompression: Discovering the Causes of Your Low Back Pain

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Healthy Kids: Fostering Emotional Intelligence in Children

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Osteosarcoma: The Role of Prosthetic and Orthotic Care Following Cancer Treatment in Children

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Breast Density

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here are traditional factors that have 0%-25% >25%-50% >50%-75% >75%-100% prompted women to have their yearly screening mammograms, such as reaching age 40 or having a family history of breast cancer. As knowledge and research grow, it’s important that women understand another factor that must be taken into account in breast cancer detection—Breast Density. “Women are not aware of what tissue density is, what type of tissue they have, and what can be done,” cautions Dr. Jessica Guingrich, Medical Director for OSF Saint Francis Centers for Breast Health and a breast imager with Central Illinois Radiological Associates.

Why is understanding breast density so important? Dense breast tissue is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer, and dense breast tissue What’s your breast tissue density?: Breast density is classified into four different makes it more difficult for doctors to categories. Scores of three or four are considered a dense rating. evaluate mammograms. About 40 percent of women have dense breast tisI. Entirely fat (0%-25%) • II. Scattered fibroglandular densities (>25%-50%) sue and women with extremely dense III. Heterogeneously dense (>50% - 75%) • IV. Extremely dense (>75% - 100%) breast tissue have a four to six times greater risk of developing breast cancer call backs for additional images. Fortunately, two of these newest than women who do not have dense breast tissue. Breast tissue technologies are in Peoria. is composed of both fatty tissue and fibroglandular tissue. Every • Somo•v® automated breast ultrasound (ABUS): Instead of the woman has a different ratio of fat and fibroglandular tissue,” explains traditional 2-D sonogram image of a specific section of the breast, Dr. Guingrich. “And the more glandular the tissue, the denser the the ABUS scans the whole breast to obtain 3-D images in different breast.” Glandular tissue appears white on a mammogram image planes. The images appear as slices, allowing suspicious areas to and unfortunately, so does cancer. “Dense breast tissue can mask be more closely studied. It will soon be the only ultrasound device the appearance of cancer,” said Dr. Guingrich. “It’s there and just in the U.S. approved by the FDA for breast cancer screening as an not seen. About 35 percent of cancer can go undetected in women adjunct to mammography.* with denser tissue.”

• Breast tomosynthesis system from Hologic®: A technology Rating breast density has nothing to do with breast shape or size. that through the use of an X-ray produces a 3-D view inside It requires a screening mammogram that will show the percentage the breast by capturing multiple images from different angles. of dark fatty tissue and white glandular tissue. A breast imager can Inspecting the tissue one thin layer at a time makes the tiny details score the density in one of four classifications ranging from entirely easier to see. fatty to extremely dense (see diagram). A woman’s breast density can change throughout life due to age, hormone levels, and meno Knowledge is power and knowing and understanding your pause. Knowledge of her own personal score aides a women in personal breast density is key to asking the right questions and advocating to her physician for the most conclusive type of testing advocating for what’s best for you. “I encourage women to ask for her particular density and cancer risk. their doctors what breast tissue density they have.” Dr. Guingrich While mammography remains the gold standard for early detecadvises. “And getting an annual mammogram beginning at age 40 tion, finding cancers in women with dense breast tissue can be is critical. This allows the benefit of watching for the most subtle limited with mammography alone. Women with dense breast tissue changes in breast tissue from year to year.” have additional screening and diagnostic options that, in combination with a traditional mammogram, can save lives. In most cases, To schedule your mammogram, please call the OSF Saint Francis additional testing often requires a referral or consent from the Centers for Breast Health at 309-683-5522 or for more information patient’s primary care physician. Knowing a woman’s breast denabout breast health, visit www.osfsaintfrancis.org/breastcenter. sity and having the right breast health plan in place assures that the most beneficial technology will be used the first time, thus avoiding *Final FDA approval anticipated September 2012 Page 8 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria ­— October 2012

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nutritional

6 Ways to Cleanse Your Body Naturally

By Gaetane Ross

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he body has been deemed as one of the most amazing machines that mankind has ever studied. It is absolutely essential, with all the toxins and similar dangers that surround us, that we work to protect our bodies in the best way that we can. It is important to realize that every choice that we make when it comes to our diet and physical activity level leaves an impression upon our body. One of the most affected organs in the body when it comes to diet is the liver. In this manual, you will learn what function the liver has in the body, as well as six ways to cleanse your body naturally.

The liver works in conjunction with many other organs in the body in order to ensure that our system is purified, and free from debris. Organs that assist with the purification process include both our kidneys as well as the intestines. In order to keep the body in optimal health, it is absolutely essential that we ensure that toxins are kept from accumulating throughout our bodies. If the liver, the kidneys, and the intestines are working properly and doing what it is that they should be doing, then it is likely that toxins and other types of debris will be successfully eliminated.

However, if there is even a small issue with any of these organs, it is likely that toxin accumulation will take place.

Natural Body Cleansing Strategies If you seek to acquire a high level of optimal health, the following natural body cleansing strategies are likely to assist you in your endeavors: 1. T he very first power that you can harness when it comes to eliminating toxins is the power of water. Water has been found to be one of the single most important components to eliminating items that can prove to be harmful to the body. It is often suggested that an individual consumes a minimum of eight servings of water on a daily basis. This is equivalent to sixty four ounces. If you are seeking to do a complete flush of your system, it is advised that you up this minimum to at least ten to twelve servings of water daily. This is equivalent to eighty ounces of water.

2. T he next way that you can natural cleanse your body is to ensure that you consume foods that are considered to be fresh.

It is best if the fresh foods that you consume are considered to be organic. Organic cultivation eliminates the possibility that dangerous toxins from hormones, pesticides, and herbicides enter your body.

3. M any individuals do not realize it, but each of us has a relatively heavy number of parasites that are part of our body. In some instances, parasites are a positive contributor to our health.

However, there are those that can be highly detrimental to the health. If you want to ensure that toxins are successfully cleansed from your body, you will want to indulge in strategies that can eliminate them from the body. Cloves have been found Page 10 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria ­— October 2012

to be successful when it comes to removing eggs left behind by dangerous parasites. If there are adult parasites in the body, one of the most effective strategies that can be used to purge them from the system is ingesting pumpkin seeds.

4. W hen creating a diet that will work to naturally cleanse your system, it is important to ensure that fiber plays a large role.

Fiber has been found to be highly beneficial in keeping the gastrointestinal tract working as it should and clearing out any unnecessary debris.

5. W hen choosing fruits to consume, try out the ones that have somewhat of a bitter taste about them. Lemons are one example. These types of items often assist in eliminating the possibility that toxins will accumulate in the liver. As a result, it keeps toxins from invading the rest of the body as well.

6. Last, but not least, remember to proportion your meals appropriately. Smaller portioned meals, combined with the higher consumption of water as mentioned in step one will naturally cleanse your body.

If you integrate these six ways to naturally cleanse your body, you will quickly find that you look better and feel better overall!

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Heart Health Screenings Which Ones Are Important?

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he key to preventing cardiovascular disease, also called coronary artery disease (CAD), is managing your risk factors, such as high blood pressure, high total cholesterol or high blood glucose. But how do you know which risk factors you have? The best way to find out is through screening tests during regular doctor visits.

"Regular cardiovascular screening is important because it helps you detect risk factors in their earliest stages,” said Barry A. Franklin, PhD, Director of Preventive Cardiology and Rehabilitation at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, and an American Heart Association volunteer. “This way, you can treat the risk factor with lifestyle changes and pharmacotherapies, if appropriate, before it ultimately leads to the development of cardiovascular disease.”

Few of us have ideal risk levels on all screening tests. However, if you do have test results that are less than ideal, it doesn’t mean you’re destined to develop a serious cardiovascular disease. On the contrary, it means you’re in a position to begin changing your health in a positive way.

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“For many patients, screening results can serve as a wake-up call,” Franklin said. “Higher than optimal cholesterol or body mass index, for example, may drive home the message that it’s time to modify your diet and get more physical activity. When the test comes back and you see abnormal numbers, it becomes personal. Suddenly, the idea of making lifestyle changes isn’t just a recommendation in a pamphlet.

It’s something that can impact your life and health.”

All regular cardiovascular screening tests should begin at age 20, except blood glucose measurements, which should begin at age 45.

You will probably require additional and more frequent testing if you’ve been diagnosed with a cardiovascular condition such as heart failure or atrial fibrillation, or if you have a history of heart attack, stroke, or other cardiovascular events. Learn more about these more specific tests at the American Heart Association’s Cardiovascular Conditions website. Even if you haven’t been diagnosed with a condition, your doctor may want more stringent screening if you already have risk factors or a family history of cardiovascular disease.

Here are the key screening tests recommended for optimal cardiovascular health: Blood Pressure Blood pressure is one of the most important screenings because high blood pressure has no symptoms so can’t be detected without being measured. High blood pressure greatly increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. If your blood pressure is below 120/80 mm Hg, be sure to get it checked at least once every two years, starting at age 20. If your blood pressure is higher, your doctor may want to check it more often. High blood pressure can be controlled through lifestyle changes or medication. After age 65, women have a higher risk of high blood pressure than men, and African-American adults of all ages have a higher-than-average risk.

Fasting Lipoprotein (cholesterol and triglycerides) You should have a fasting lipoprotein profile taken every five years, starting at age 20. This is a blood test that measures total cholesterol, LDL (bad) cholesterol, HDL (good) cholesterol, and triglycerides. You may need to be tested more frequently if: • Your total cholesterol or HDL cholesterol levels are not at optimal levels • You have other cardiovascular risk factors • You’re a man over 45 • You’re a woman over 50 • Women tend to have higher triglyceride levels than men. Like high blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides can be controlled through lifestyle changes or medication.

Body Weight During every healthcare visit, your doctor should weigh you to calculate your body mass index and measure your waist circumference. These measurements tell you if you’re at a healthy weight. These screenings should begin at age 20. About two of every three adults are now overweight or obese. This is dangerous because obesity increases blood pressure, triglycerides, total and LDL cholesterol, and can induce diabetes. These risk factors increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

Blood Glucose Starting at age 45, you should have your blood glucose level checked at least every three years. High blood glucose levels put you at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, which can lead to heart disease and stroke. If you’re overweight and you have at least one additional cardiovascular risk factor, your doctor may recommend a blood glucose test even if you’re not yet 45.

Smoking, Physical Activity, Diet If you smoke, tell your doctor at your next healthcare visit. Also discuss your diet and physical activity habits. If you smoke, your doctor can suggest approaches to help quit. If there’s room for improvement in your diet and daily physical activity levels, your doctor will provide helpful suggestions.

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Effects of Violence on Children Ages 0 to 5

By Karen Greene, Therapist, Heart of Illinois Safe from the Start at The Center for Prevention of Abuse

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very year in the United States, over five million children are directly exposed to the traumatic effects of violence. A child’s exposure to violence can occur as a result of witnessing domestic violence, being a victim of abuse, neglect or maltreatment, witnessing or being a direct victim of community, school, or even media violence. The most common type of violence takes place in the home in the form of physical abuse or domestic violence.

Child’s Response to Trauma Children often use dissociation and hypervigilance as defenses in response to trauma. They feel fear, confusion, guilt, anger, frustration, and worry. They worry about their own safety and feel Page 14 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria ­— October 2012

responsible for the violence because they perceive everything in the world is related to them. Young children may often try to hide or keep very quiet watching television or playing computer games in an effort to escape their experiences and as a means of survival.

They try to please the perpetrator or watch them carefully to anticipate violence. It is common for children exposed to violence to take on adult responsibilities very early. Whatever their response, it is clear that they know what is happening around them.

Research has demonstrated that a child’s brain development is significantly impacted by traumatic experiences. Even when a child is too young to speak and understand what is happening, they are impacted by the noise and tension. Parents who are in violent relationships are often emotionally unable to care for their

young children. This can lead to poor parent/child attachment, which can have serious consequences later in life.

Effects of Early Exposure Behavioral / Emotional / Physical effects of violence on children ages 0 to 5: • Temper tantrums and impulsivity • A nxious, whining or nervous behavior • Depression • Nightmares and difficulty sleeping • Bedwetting • Withdrawn behavior • Behavioral problems • Poor concentration • Low self esteem • Insecurity • General developmental delays • Asthma • Eczema • Eating disorders • Headaches • Stomach pains • Feeding problems There is Hope Regardless of the type of violence, young children are remarkably resilient and parents can help by making their environment positive and violence free. It is important that parents practice the

following in their homes to help children begin to feel safe and free to express their feelings: • Be patient • Communicate—tell your child that the violence is never their fault • Listen to your child and show that you understand that things are hard, scary, or frustrating for him/her • Let your child cry and be sad if they need to • Talk with your child about ways of showing feelings, especially safe ways of showing anger • Reassure your child that it is okay to be angry; it’s just not okay to hurt anyone • Don’t feel you have to always hide your own feelings, but let your child know that whatever you are feeling you will be okay • Use toys and play type scenarios as ways for your child to name their feelings; playing together is very important • Give your child lots of affection (hugs, cuddles, kisses) • G ive simple and truthful explanations and responses that suit your child’s age • S afety, security, and stability are more important than finding them same sex role models There is Help Heart of Illinois Safe from the Start at The CENTER for PREVENTION of ABUSE is a program working with children ages 0 to 5 that have been exposed to violence.

For more information, contact Joni Lyons, Coordinator, Heart of Illinois Safe from the Start at 309-686-5229.

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the sandwich generation

Piecing Together the Medicare Plan Puzzle (Part 2)

By Steven Buttice, Founder and President, Medical Reimbursement & Management Services, Inc.

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t seems like every other commercial on TV is about Medicare. Then on a visit to mom and dad’s, you see a stack of Medicare papers on their kitchen table. Dad says all of the insurance information is very confusing and he would like your help. Life today is active, especially for women ages 45 – 56 who care for both their parents and children.

These people are caught in the “sandwich generation” and these columns are focused on issues affecting you.

The Medicare Plan choices can be confusing, especially during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) each year from October 15th to December 7th when people can change plans. It is important to know this AEP is when insurance companies announce the changes in their plans for the following year. Drugs covered this year may not be on next year’s formulary. Doctors and other providers may have changed networks and may not be included in your plan’s network next year.

The plan’s co-insurance amount can also change; meaning more out of pocket expense for your parents. This applies mostly to Medicare Advantage Plans (MAs) and/or Medicare Prescription Plans (PDP).

The other major type of plan available is Original Medicare (OM) where most people also buy a Medicare Supplement. Medicare Supplements will adjust their benefits to cover the yearly increased Medicare co-pays.

They usually also increase their premium at this time.

Both OM and MAs have their advantages, but in 2013, two interesting niche MA plans will be available in Central Illinois. The background is that Medicare is monitoring hospitals for quality and re-admissions within 30 days from discharge. In the near future, someone hospitalized with a heart condition (congestive heart failure – CHF), COPD, or diabetes may receive a phone call from the hospital checking to see if the patient is managing their condition, or if they have questions or need additional help (to keep from being re-admitted).

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To mirror this Medicare monitoring, at least one MA is offering a chronic disease plan. Personnel from this plan will monitor clients with CHF, COPD, and diabetes by phone and may also send a physician’s assist or doctor to see these people as needed. The concept is to manage these conditions more efficiently, provide better quality of life, and reduce hospital stays.

Another interesting type of plan is for people who have both Medicare and Medicaid. These plans may offer benefits for hearing, vision, and dental services not covered by OM. In certain situations, these plans work well in providing additional benefits that help people with a limited budget after their Medicaid spend-down. More information can be found at www.medicare.gov or www.MRMS-INC.com. Talk with qualified insurance agents.

Their help can be invaluable and you will pay the same premium if you enroll online, but you have the agent’s help for future needs and questions.

Helping mom and dad while caring for your children simultaneously is not easy. It is very helpful to discuss and plan for reasonable future events, and a sandwich “generationer” should guide their parent through these issues. Safety is an important factor, but one must be careful not to take all control away from a parent. Once again, it is important to start talking, start making suggestions and begin early in guiding your parents. Do not wait for a crisis. If you would like a list of “questions to ask in different aspects of care” see our website and look under the “Patient Advocacy Division”.

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This year’s speaker is Ben Zobrist, a Major League Baseball Player with the Tampa Bay Rays.

The 38th Annual Mayor’s Leadership Prayer Luncheon will be held at the Four Points by Sheraton and we invite you to join us!

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healthy pets

Choosing Doggie’s Daycare

By Sandra Post

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ention doggy daycare to people, dog lovers and non-canine enthusiasts alike, and the topic is often met with a roll of the eyes and an incredulous look. While daycare for man and woman’s best friend may seem like a luxury item, it isn’t necessarily. Sometimes it’s considerably less costly than replacing or repairing furniture or items damaged by a bored and lonely dog left alone for hours. Not to mention the emotional frustration for the owner that an enthusiastic dog can cause when left to his or her own less-than-stellar behavior. For those who feel uneasy having Fido alone all day, daycare is an excellent resource.

When Lisa Dully approached her husband about their dog going to doggy daycare, he was initially resistant. Both Lisa and her husband worked outside the home, and days were long for their dog to be alone.

Doggy daycare helped channel their dog’s energy and behavior improved considerably. “The dog was perfect from then on,” says Lisa gratefully.

Later Lisa opened her own doggy daycare, Waggin’ Tails Resort, offering daycare, grooming and boarding. She speaks from personal and professional experience about daycare working well for dogs with separation anxiety. Owners often think they are doing the dog a favor by having the dog remain at home in familiar surroundings, but the solitude often increases anxiety. Daycare provides company and opportunities for other activities.

Once the decision is reached to try daycare, a preliminary visit is essential. There are certain things to look for in a good facility. “The place should never have a urine smell,” says Lisa. “If that’s the first thing you smell when you walk in, they are not doing their job well. Make sure there is plenty of outside play area. It’s crucial for dogs to have an outside area to run around, and they should go outside for potty time once every one to two hours.” She also cautions about checking the fencing. Dogs should not be able to go under a fence and it should be six feet tall so dogs can’t jump over it. Secure gates, even double gating, must be in place to insure that no dog can get out on its own.

Safety is the prime factor. A temperament-screening test is important before the dog is accepted. Any sign of aggression is a red flag. Dogs are separated by size and temperament and they should have separate play areas based on the dog’s activity level and size. Diligent supervision is necessary and the dogs should never be left alone. Owner and staff need proper training and certification, with adequate staff for the number of dogs. The facility must be clean and well maintained and staff should reflect professionalism in their appearance and interaction with the dogs.

Emergency procedures must be in place. The daycare should require proof of vaccinations, and maintain records of each dog’s shots and veterinarian. The facility should display its proof of state licensing.

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Dog owners also need to be alert about any changes in the dog’s behavior after being at doggy daycare. If the dog comes home tired, but relaxed and content, that’s a good sign. If the dog seems happy, tail wagging and eager to go in the morning, the dog is likely enjoying the new environment. But if the dog doesn’t want to go through the door of the daycare, that is an indication the dog is going there too often, or it’s not the right daycare for the dog’s needs. Daycare does not have to be an everyday activity. Depending on the dog, once or twice a week may be fine while other dogs may enjoy the environment more frequently.

“Doggy daycare is not a pampering thing,” says Lisa. “It’s another way to channel their energy and keep them happy.” She believes firmly no dog is a bad dog. “It’s what we do or don’t do that creates the nusicance with our dogs.” Sometimes it’s a lack of training on the owner’s part, or lack of time spent with the dog. Doggy daycare helps channel that energy into good behavior which helps make a better behaved pet and a better pet/owner relationship.

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Standing Up for Mobility Heritage Health Exercise Program Helps Seniors Regain Independence

By Mary Hilbert

Sue Farmer placing an exercise ball between the knees of David Stec to strengthen his inner thighs.

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hysical limitations are increasingly likely to occur as we age, as are the number of limitations in adults over the age of 50, according to a 2001 - 2007 study from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. On average, Americans today are living longer and retaining more independence than ever before, with the onset of many age-related symptoms taking place later in life compared to previous generations. In spite of progress made in relation to life expectancy, in 2012 more than 6.8 million American seniors used assistive devices to help them with mobility, a number Page 20 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria ­— October 2012

that can be improved. Heritage Health in Chillicothe, through the application of the nationally-recognized Stepping On program in conjunction with its own Get Moving program, is becoming part of the solution for many Central Illinois seniors seeking to regain independence and physical fitness. Heritage Health is the second facility in Illinois to utilize the Stepping On program, which can be tailored to meet the needs of both permanent and RESTORE-tohome residents.

The Restorative Team at Heritage Health: left to right. Rehab aide Sue Coffman, rehab aide Sue Farmer, and Restorative Nurse Jim Cohenour RESTORE-to-home or short-term rehab is a central goal of the experienced staff at Heritage Health, although many residents make the decision to stay long term. In-house speech, physical therapy and rehabilitative services are available to all Heritage Health residents. Restorative Nurse Jim Cohenour knows that quality of life is most important when it comes to keeping seniors in high spirits. Cohenour and fellow Heritage Health CNAs, Sue Farmer and Sue Coffman, realized that many residents at Heritage Health were having trouble getting around and were using wheelchairs to maneuver around the building. The staff knew something needed to be done to help residents regain their independence and began to search for a solution.

The Stepping On Program In March 2010, Cohenour and Coffman attended a seminar that transformed their personal views on how best to approach senior mobility and inspired Heritage Health to jumpstart a program of its own. The seminar, presented by the Illinois Pioneer Coalition, featured Mary Harroun, MS, LNHA, cofounder of the GROW or “Getting Residents out of Wheelchairs” Coalition. Harroun introduced a groundbreaking program called Stepping On designed by Lindy Clemson, OT, PHD, University of Sidney, Australia. The goal of Stepping On is to get seniors out of their wheelchairs and walking again, maximizing mobility and regaining strength to perform every day functions such as walking to meals, to the hairdresser, to the shower, etc.

For many years it was considered the norm for nursing home residents to sit and move from place to place using wheelchairs.

The GROW coalition makes the argument that the use of wheelchairs in nursing homes to prevent falls is treating a symptom rather than targeting the cause of trouble with posture and difficulty walking and should not be encouraged when unnecessary.

Sue Coffman working on gait and balance with Eleanor Sniff.

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feature story

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Edith Danner and group doing wrist exercises Why “Get Moving”?

Cohenour, inspired by the goals of Stepping On, noticed that the program was geared more towards residents who were physically strong enough to participate. Together with his CNA, Cohenour designed a program for Heritage Health that would help residents to strengthen muscles from head to toe, even providing exercises for residents unable to stand. Heritage Health’s “Get Moving” program works in conjunction with Stepping On to produce impressive results, including increased strength, improved balance, increased ambulating distance, and higher self-esteem.

How does the “Stepping On” program work?

Residents must be able to at least stand before qualifying for the free Stepping On program. For Heritage Health residents who meet the program’s qualifications, Stepping On consists of three forms of exercise, all tailored to meet the individual needs of the patient: • S trengthening: these exercises, which include front knee, side hip, calf-raising and bladder strengthening workouts are performed three times per week.

• W eight Lifting: as the program progresses, residents may lift between one and two pounds. Muscle strengthening is important for maintaining healthy bones, and muscle strength is especially important for walking and conducting daily activities.

• Balance: these exercises are performed on a daily basis with the resident and include sideways walking, heel-toe standing, sit- to -stand and tandem walking exercises.

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The length of time a resident participates in Stepping On is dependent on a number of factors, including physical abilities, whether the resident is recovering from an injury that required hospitalization, whether the resident wants to walk or do sit-to-stand exercises, etc.

The program can last anywhere from three weeks to four months or longer depending on the individual’s situation, and therapy is used for further assessments in regard to any assistive devices and other therapy needs a resident may have. So far, the program is having a positive effect on the Heritage Health community.

“I can get around better and don’t have to get around in a wheelchair,” said Edith Danner, a four year resident of Heritage Health who has participated in Stepping On. Danner does daily exercises with Heritage CNAs, all aimed at improving her ability to get around. What exercises has she been doing? “I do whatever they tell me to. I just like it all. You can get yourself to the bathroom, you can walk outside.”

For more information on Stepping On at Heritage Health, located at 1028 Hillcrest Drive, in Chillicothe, visit www.HeritageOfCare.com/chillicothe or call 309-274-2194.

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women's health

Physical Therapy Solutions for Women

By Molly McKenna, PT, Premier Physical Therapy Services

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ou may not find this definition in the Webster dictionary but under “woman” it should say, “an extremely busy person.” Whether you’re a mother or not, women tend to take on many jobs such as: nine to five job, stay at home mom, caregiver, volunteer, helpful friend, shopper, driver, house cleaner, chef, laundry service, etc. This list could go on and on. Sometimes we are so busy we just don’t take the time for ourselves even when it comes to our health. I know we’ve all said it, “I can just deal with it.” “It” being pain or discomfort, but we really shouldn’t just deal with it, we need to try and treat ourselves better than that.

Defined in Webster dictionary, a physical therapist is a person trained and licensed to practice physical therapy to help preserve, enhance, or restore movement and physical function impaired or threatened by disability, injury, or disease that utilizes therapeutic exercise, physical modalities (massage and electrotherapy), assistive devices, and patient education and training. In other words, their job is to help make people feel the best they can and improve their quality of life. According to The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the 2008 issue, 60 percent of women with chronic pelvic pain never receive a specific diagnosis and 20 percent never undergo any investigation to find the cause of the pain. You don’t have to be another statistic.

Did you know that Physical Therapy can correct many of these following conditions?

• Pelvic Pain/Chronic Pelvic Pain • Tailbone Pain • Stress or Urge Incontinence • Vaginismus • Pregnancy Related Pain • Mixed Urinary Incontinence • Vulvodynia • Back & Hip Pain • Urinary Urgency or Frequency • Sacroiliac Dysfunction • Postpartum Pain • Painful Intercourse If you’re experiencing any of these conditions, you can seek out treatment for physical therapy. Physical therapy can eliminate the need for surgery in some cases, eliminate embarrassing conditions, and do away with the need for pain medication. However, when seeking out women’s health physical therapy, it’s imperative to make sure that your physical therapist has a background and proper training in treating these types of conditions to ensure you receive the best treatment possible.

Studies show that between 70 and 75 percent of pregnant women experience back pain during pregnancy and after delivery. Many women also suffer from a variety of other musculoskeletal disorders such as pelvic and hip pain, and sciatica at some point during their pregnancy. After delivery, women can experience incision pain, painful intercourse, and possibly incontinence. The good news is that many of these problems can be successfully treated with physical therapy.

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decreasing your pain and discomfort and restoring your function. Each treatment plan should be different for each patient depending on their condition and the severity.

Let’s face it, we might not always seek the treatments we need due to the cost and time of treatment, but physical therapy is covered by most insurance and the average treatment length is about an hour and a half to two hours a week over a period of time. Women need to know that there’s help for these types of conditions and that the costs and time shouldn’t be a road block from fulfilling a life of health and happiness! Don’t just live with pain or discomfort; it’s time to fix it.

For more information about HERHealth, Women’s Health Physical Therapy Solutions at Premier Physical Therapy, please call us at 309683-6900 for a 15-minute no obligation consultation with Molly McKenna, PT. You can also visit our website: www.premierhealthcare.biz or find us on facebook at facebook.com/ptpremier. Premier Physical Therapy Services main facility is located at 3531 W. Willow Knolls Rd. in Peoria with additional clinics located in Lacon, Germantown Hills, and Tremont.

Please visit Premier Physical Therapy at the Women’s Lifestyle Show, being held Saturday, October 27th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Peoria Civic Center. We will be located in the “Health & Wellness” section. Molly McKenna, PT and additional Premier staff will be on hand to give you information on HERHealth and any of our other treatment options and programs.

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What’s Your Sleep Apnea Score?

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changes, lowered sexual drive and capacity, and a reduction of intellectual ability. In addition, there are major business, insurance, health, and social costs including the loss of productivity, the impact of accidents caused by a driver or worker falling asleep, and the wasted health care dollars spent on alleviating symptoms like heart disease without treating their possible underlying cause.

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ver 18 Million Americans suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and over 90 percent go undiagnosed according to the National Sleep Foundation. One of the first signs of sleep apnea is snoring. Snoring is the sound of partially obstructed breathing during sleep.

When obstructive sleep apnea occurs, the tongue and soft palate collapse onto the back of the throat and completely block the airway, which restricts the flow of oxygen. Breathing pauses can last from 10 seconds to a minute or longer. A person with severe sleep apnea may have hundreds of breathing pauses per night.

Do you or someone you know suffer from any of the below symptoms?

Signs & Symptoms of Sleep Apnea • Periods of not breathing during sleep • Loud Snoring • High Blood Pressure • Easily Frustrated/Irritable/Depression • Drowsy Driving • Morning Headaches • Heart Disease • Diabetes • Weight Gain • Acid Reflux • Not feeling rested after full night’s sleep

People with obstructive sleep apnea have a higher risk of death than the normal population. The price they pay includes a potentially crippling deterioration either in daily functioning, an increased risk of high blood pressure and stroke, depression, and death, in accidents or in their sleep. There are terrible costs for the family of the person with obstructive sleep apnea, who may experience irritability, mood Page 26 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria ­— October 2012

Take this quick test to determine your sleepiness level.

How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations, in contrast to just feeling tired? This refers to your usual way of life in recent times. Even if you have not done some of these things recently, try to work out how they would have affected you. Use the following scale to mark the most appropriate answer for each situation: 0 = Would never doze 1 = Slight chance of dozing 2= Moderate chance of dozing 3= High Chance of Dozing

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Sitting and reading Watching TV Sitting, inactive, in a public place As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit Sitting and talking to someone Sitting quietly after lunch without alcohol In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic If you scored a 7 or higher on this scale you should consult your health care professional to discuss your daytime sleepiness levels and the possibility of having sleep apnea. Your health care professional may recommend that you have a sleep study done to confirm diagnosis of sleep apnea.

For more information on sleep apnea and its treatment, contact Dr. Rod Willey at the Illinois Institute of Dental Sleep Medicine provides oral appliance therapy for the treatment of snoring and sleep apnea. As a general dentist, with a Diplomate from the Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Disciplines, Dr. Willey has limited his practice to the treatment of snoring, sleep apnea, and TMJ Disorders with oral appliance therapy.

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A Quilt for Shirley

By Dale Willis, Hospice Compassus Volunteer Coordinator

full-sized quilt from the pieces and fragments. But, never having learned how to quilt—and distracted by a never-ending list of other things to do—she relegated the collection to a closet.

Sixty-nine years later, that collection of cherished quilt tops had faded into patches of dingy yellow, and Shirley was facing her own death; her diagnosis was cancer, and she had only weeks to live.

As Shirley’s daughter, Cheryl, observed the hospice team—the nurse, chaplain, social worker—provide comfort and care for her mother, she contemplated what she could do to bring a sense of peace and joy to her final days. Then she remembered a bit of unfinished business.

In reply to an e-mail appeal, Angela Weithman, a volunteer with Hospice Compassus, stepped forward and said she could help. Wasting no time, she spent a good portion of that weekend piecing together the precious fragments of Shirley’s past.

The following Wednesday, Cheryl stopped by the hospice office to pick up the finished product. When the full-sized quilt was unfolded and presented to her, Cheryl was stunned and silent.

Speechless as she stared at the beautiful, yellow-stained quilt, tears came to her eyes.

“This is more than I ever dreamed for,” she said. And off she went with the quilt, eager to present it to Shirley, knowing it would light up her life—and it did.

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hirley was only eleven months old when her mother died.

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Shirley died just two weeks later.

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hen expecting a child, as a mother, you tend to be enveloped by the excitement of delivering a healthy and happy baby and bringing him or her home. The excitement can be so great that at times you may give little thought to what's to come. The joy of becoming a mother is so great that there is a potential to overlook or ignore your other emotions that you may be experiencing. It is possible that you can experience, postpartum, mood swings similar to those experienced while you were pregnant. These mood swings might make you become more sensitive than usual. So how do you know when your mood swings are normal or indicative of something more serious? Well, if the “baby blues” do not improve or they start one month or more after your baby’s birth you may be suffering from postpartum depression. Some signs to look for to determine if you are experiencing postpartum depression are:

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• Agitation or irritability • Changes in appetite • Feelings of worthlessness or guilt • Feeling withdrawn or unconnected • Lack of pleasure or interest in most or all activities • Loss of concentration • Loss of energy • Negative feelings toward the baby • Significant anxiety • Thoughts of death or suicide • Trouble sleeping There's no single cause for postpartum depression. Physical, emotional and lifestyle factors may all play a role. In addition, some women may be genetically more vulnerable than others to postpartum depression. However, it's not clear whether hereditary factors that increase a woman's risk of postpartum depression are different from those that increase her risk of depression overall. You can experience postpartum depression whether you are having your first child or you are a “seasoned” mother. It is important to know that postpartum depression (PPD) is treatable and that it will go away. The type of treatment will depend on how severe the PPD is. PPD can be treated with medication (antidepressants) and psychotherapy. Left untreated, postpartum depression can interfere with mother-child bonding and cause family problems. Children of mothers who have untreated postpartum depression are more likely to have behavioral problems, such as sleeping and eating difficulties, temper tantrums and hyperactivity.

Nevertheless, there are some simple at-home coping skills that you can do to help you manage your symptoms.

• Exercise: Exercise helps to release endorphins and physical activity can improve your mood and overall health and well-being • Support: Being able to rely on family and close friends can help you feel loved and supported so that you don’t feel like you are alone • Ask: It’s okay to ask for help with the baby from people you trust when you feel you need it • Mommy Time: “Take a break”- setting aside time for yourself to do something you enjoy is important; for example, reading a book, spending time with friends or your partner, meditation or watching a movie • Rest: Get as much rest as you can and sleep when the baby is sleeping • Talk: You can talk with other mothers, so you can learn from their experiences by joining a support group for women with PPD. Taking care of yourself as a woman and a mother is very important not only for you but for your child as well. Talking to someone and getting help can better your relationship with your child and improve your health and well-being.

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By Ryan M. Hendricker, MD

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ore Americans suffer from sinusitis than diabetes, asthma or coronary heart disease. Sinusitis causes the cavities of the sinuses to become inflamed and swollen, preventing normal mucus drainage and causing mucus and pressure to accumulate. Sinusitis symptoms include: drainage of a thick, yellow or

greenish discharge from the nose or down the back of the throat, nasal obstruction or congestion or tenderness and swelling around the eyes, cheeks, nose and forehead. Such symptoms can have a significant impact on a person’s quality of life. The impact of chronic sinusitis can include throbbing facial pain or headaches, difficulty breathing and sleeping, bad breath, irritability, fatigue, nausea and loss or reduced sense of taste. Sinusitis that lasts longer than 12 weeks is known as chronic sinusitis. Some patients also experience recurrent sinus infections, which significantly impact quality of life and work. A recent widely accepted theory reinforces the connection between patients with significant allergy, asthma or breathing difficulties with the importance of controlling patients’ nasal and sinus symptoms for optimal personalized patient management.

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Diagnosis and Treatment of Sinusitis Since the 1980s, Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) has been the standard of care for sinus surgery. FESS aims to clear blocked sinuses and restore normal sinus drainage by removing bone and tissue to enlarge the sinus opening, which may lead to pain, scarring and bleeding. However, conventional sinus surgery no longer has to be the only option for chronic sinusitis patients that are not responding well to medications. Balloon Sinuplasty™ is a breakthrough procedure that relieves the pain and pressure associated with chronic sinusitis. This procedure may also be combined with other therapies depending upon the patient’s disease or needs.

Balloon Sinuplasty involves the insertion of a specially-designed catheter into the nose to reach the inflamed sinus. A small balloon is slowly inflated, which widens and restructures the walls of the sinus passage without cutting and with minimal bleeding. The balloon is then removed, leaving the sinuses open. Balloon Sinuplasty is less invasive than conventional sinus surgery and also allows patients to quickly return to normal activities.

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By Greg Hurd

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Life Celebration, an alternative term for a traditional funeral or memorial service, offers family members comfort by allowing them to creatively express thoughts and feelings about their loved one and share stories about the person with others. In so doing, A Life Celebration has been known to bring a sense of peace and fulfillment to those in attendance.

Families can begin creating A Life Celebration by reflecting on the various hobbies, interests, and life work their loved one enjoyed. This Life Celebration may be a personal journey of discovery—a chance to dust off old memories and chronicle family history. Families can go through old photos, videos, and memorabilia that spark a fond remembrance of the joys they shared with their loved one. These items can even be included in a memorial table to share with others.

Families may also wish to include personal touches. A loved one’s favorite music, vocalists, instrumentalists, speakers, flowers, balloon or dove releases or catered food are just a few options from which families can choose. Families should invite others to share their reflections during the Life Celebration.

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species, such as mahogany, cherry, pecan, oak, ash, pine and poplar.

Precious metals, such as bronze and copper as well as those made from stainless steel and standard (carbon) steel are also among several choices. Be advised that prices differ depending on the quality of the wood species and the composition of the metals used.

Many families choose to personalize caskets, vaults, and other products for the funeral. Caskets can be personalized with interchangeable corners, cap panels, pillows, interior colors and fabrics, which enables families to create a custom casket to truly reflect their loved one’s lifestyle or hobbies. The interchangeable corners can be removed and mounted on a plaque to create a lasting keepsake in memory of the loved one, should the family so choose. In addition, some casket companies offer custom designs available for veterans, farmers or Harley Motorcycle riders, to name a few. A new type of casket recently introduced is the medallion casket. This casket uses bronze medallions in the inside to symbolize the person’s interests, hobbies and/or character. These medallions can be framed or inserted into a keychain, memory box or other keepsake, such as the matching medallion keepsake jewelry.

Custom designing a theme into the funeral setting creates a style of ambiance. Life Celebration theme sets can encompass a nondenominational cathedral chapel, scuffed cowboy boots on a haystack to create a western setting, a veteran’s or hero’s salute or the aroma of apple pie and a oven as a suggestive idea of Home Sweet Home.

Should a family desire to celebrate a loved one’s life outside of the funeral home or church setting, there are several options available. A memorial motorcycle ride, a round of golf with a cookout at the clubhouse, a wine and cheese party with a harpist or string quartet, a veteran service with military rites, a barbeque in the backyard, a dinner at the loved one’s favorite restaurant or an Irish wake are just a few of the services that can be arranged.

There are many ways to personalize a funeral, each as unique as the individual. Such Life Celebrations not only help to begin the healing process for family and friends but they also serve as a unique method for cherishing and honoring a loved one’s time on earth.

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Dealing with So-Called “Weird Kids”

By Ron Hill, LCSW

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dolescence is a period when relationships with peers are very important and when “fitting in” is critical to developing a positive self image. Children are all different—maturing at different rates, with different strengths and deficits. If children are different developmentally, in their strengths, talents, social skills, or appearance, they may experience high levels of rejection from other peers and even from adult authority figures. This can damage their developing self-image and effect their emotional well-being and social competence into adult life. Many children respond to this rejection with social withdrawal and self loathing. Some kids find acceptance in a world of drug use, self destructive acts, and delinquent behavior.

Early adolescent peer social status is built on one’s ability to fit in to a group based on such areas as appearance, clothing style, social skills, athletic or intellectual ability, sexuality, and substance use. For instance,

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athletic ability is an important status issue with boys and, increasingly, with girls. Appearing attractive and fashionable can determine a girl’s status amongst other girls. Depending on the school environment, intellectual ability and achievement can either be a plus or a minus. These differences can then determine which group you belong to. The kids who don’t fit in easily to one of these groups are perceived as inferior or uncool. These kids may also be emotionally vulnerable to this rejection.

Every child gets a chance at being rejected and picked on but some can become targets and experience it chronically. Individuals who are continuously picked on or rejected have their self image damaged and may think of themselves as how their antagonist sees them. This may well be completely independent of their real abilities or characteristics causing them to have a distorted view of themselves. Unfortunately, this all occurs at a critical developmental time that can impact or cause longstanding feelings of inferiority, self defeating behavior, and lack of confidence now and into adulthood.

What can parents do?

Parents need to support their child in developing their natural competencies and interests even if their interest is really weird or different from your own. This may give the child the opportunity to be really good at something that gives him the confidence he needs. Parents should also identify any special problems that the child may have such as emotional, physical, behavioral, neurological, or visual and seek professional help to address these issues. Parents should help kids develop the social skills needed to join with others and develop allies with peers.

For example, encourage them to pick one or two kids that might not be in the “in crowd” either and coach them on what to say or how to approach them.

What can professionals do?

School personnel can identify and support weird kids by reaching out to the ones that are difficult to approach, not as confident, or popular. Like the parents, they can provide coaching on social behavioral skills and help them in the school setting. Mental health counselors may help with any emotional or behavioral problems that may be contributing. Occupational Therapists could help address problems with learning, perception, and coordination.

Remember all kids are weird in reality. It’s a weird time. Just some kids are more socially skilled and manage it better. You don’t need to be in the “in crowd”, you only need to find your own group, one that embraces you for your own weirdness.

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Discovering the Causes of Your Low Back Pain

By Chelsi Waddell, DC

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hether you have been diagnosed with a disease that causes low back pain or you have experienced similar symptoms, your doctor has probably introduced you to one or more of the common causes.

Degenerative Disc Disease: This disease can be classified as the dehydration and deterioration of a disc which can cause gradual erosions that decrease the mechanical function of the disc. This leads to instability as the disc is more susceptible to injury from physical stress.

Herniated Disc: A herniated disc is also called a protruding or extruded disc. Each vertebra of the spine sits on top of a cushion called an Intervertebral Disc. These discs, which act like shock-absorbers, are made of a fibrous, outer material (annulus fibrosus) and a jelly-like, inner material (nucleus pulposus). When a high amount of pressure causes the inner material to extrude through the layers of the outer material, a herniated disc occurs. This disease causes inflammation, nerve irritation, severe pain, and many other symptoms.

Facet Syndrome: The facets are the posterior joints of the spine that allow movement and aid in the alignment of each vertebra. Facet syndrome occurs when inflammation due to injury or degeneration forms in the facet joints. Pain and stiffness upon movement are common symptoms.

Sciatica: Sciatica is pain, tingling, or numbness that travels from the lower back down the back of the thigh and sometimes into the calf or foot. In actuality, Sciatica is a symptom of a problem originating in the lower back, most commonly a bulging or herniated disc.

What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?

Spinal Decompression Therapy is an alternative to surgery that can change your life! It does not involve toxic drugs and can be used to treat many causes of low back pain: • Degenerative disc disease • Bulging and/or herniated discs • Sciatica • Facet syndrome • Acute and chronic low back pain • Pinched nerves Spinal decompression, or traction, is a method of treatment that releases pressure on a nerve, thus relieving the pain that an individual experiences. This pressure can be the result of a disc bulge/herniated disc, inflammation, injury or degeneration within the spine. Regardless of the cause, the increased pressure can irritate the spinal cord or nerve(s) and cause pain, muscle weakness, and other symptoms. The purpose of decompression is to gently pull open the facet joints and disc spaces within the spine. This opening releases pressure and allow blood to easily flow into the inflamed areas to promote the healing process.

Some spinal decompression units, such as the DRX9000TM, are able to focus on specific segments of the spine and can also pull at different loads. A physician can choose which spinal segments to target and what load is appropriate for each patient.

Patients get to lie back and relax while spinal pressures reach negative levels. Now the natural repair mechanism in the body has a chance to really do its work.

Figure 1 demonstrates a disc herniation of the extruded inner material (nucleus pulposus) of the disc. As the decompression therapy pulls to open up the joint spaces the extruded material becomes “sucked” back into the disc and nutrients and oxygen enter around the disc space to promote healing.

If you suffer from low back pain and wish to avoid the fear and uncertainty that derives from the use of drugs or surgery, spinal decompression therapy is a safe alternative and works well with chiropractic care, physiotherapy, massage and acupuncture.

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Fostering Emotional Intelligence in Children

By Maggie Classen, LCSW

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have been hearing a lot lately about emotional intelligence. I see clips on the news, schools seem to be adding talk of feelings to their curriculum, and even the cartoons my kids watch claim to help children with their social and emotional development. So what is emotional intelligence? According to psychology professors, John Mayer and Peter Salovey, “Emotional intelligence is the ability to perceive emotions, to access and generate emotions so as to promote emotional and intellectual growth.” In other words, emotional intelligence is about recognizing and knowing what you feel and knowing how to handle these feelings in a healthy and productive way. From the definition alone, one can begin to sense why emotional intelligence is as important to a child’s well-being as reading and writing are.

According to psychologist Reuven Bar-On and psychology professor Daniel Parker, emotional intelligence creates emotional competence. Emotional competence is the ability to know your feelings and be able to express these feelings to others in order to meet a goal.

In Linda Lantieri and Daniel Goleman’s book Building Emotional Intelligence, they report that “studies have shown that children’s social and emotional functioning and behavior begin to stabilize around the age of eight, and can predict the state of their behavior and mental health later in life.” So, if children learn to express emotions constructively and engage in caring and respectful relationships before and while they are in the lower elementary grades, Lantieri and Goleman report, children “are more likely to avoid depression, violence, and other serious mental health problems as they grow older.”

To illustrate this point, let’s take the example of five-year-old Johnny.

Johnny wants to play with his five-year-old neighbor, Jasmine. However, Jasmine is busy playing with two other neighborhood kids, and these three ignore Johnny, not allowing him to join them. This creates feelings of being left out and loneliness, perhaps even making Johnny have negative thoughts about himself. However, all Johnny knows is that he is mad, so he picks up rocks and starts throwing them at the

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other children. Johnny only knows that he doesn’t feel good inside and doesn’t know how to handle these emotions. Now, imagine Johnny choosing an alternative method for dealing with these feelings. Johnny realizes that he is sad and feels left out and goes to talk with his mother, father, or another trusted adult in the neighborhood. Johnny says, “I want to play with Jasmine, but she won’t play with me and it makes me feel left out.” The adult can empathize, then perhaps intervene, or help Johnny come up with an alternate play plan that doesn’t involve the other children.

This would be great, right? So, how do we increase emotional intelligence in children? It can be done through teaching children to quiet their minds and relax their bodies through use of progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) and mindfulness. Wikipedia defines PMR as “a technique used for reducing anxiety by alternately tensing and relaxing the muscles” and defines mindfulness as “bringing one’s complete attention to the present experience on a moment-to-moment basis.”

A practical application of this approach could look like the following scenario. Take quiet times of 10-15 minutes with your child five to seven times per week. In these quiet times, lie on the floor with your child and show her how to breathe deeply, in through her nose and out her mouth. While continuing to breathe deeply, have children practice PMR and mindfulness. Ask your children to notice the different parts of their body and have them describe what is happening.

This exercise can be done with children as young as four and five years of age. For even younger children and children up to age 10, families can help children define feelings. For example, pick a feeling every night to talk about at the dinner table. Tell of a time you felt that way and why. This helps normalize all feelings and gives children the words to use.

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The Role of Prosthetic and Orthotic Care Following Cancer Treatment in Children

By Tracy A. Melton, BEO, Prosthetic Resident, CPed, CFo, Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics

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very year about 800 Americans are diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer most commonly found in children and teens. Most often these tumors are found in the lower leg, thigh, and upper arm. Chemotherapy is a standard treatment for most individuals to shrink the tumor prior to surgical removal of the cancerous tissue. During the removal process of the tumor, efforts are made to save the affected limb. This process is called limb sparring and is common with these types of surgeries, the goal being to save the remaining tissues of the limb. In some situations, amputation of the limb is performed due to irreparable tissue damage.

For the Carter family, they have experienced cancer with not one but both of their children. Haley and Austin are two young active individuals, who in a short time, went through the process of limb sparring due to an osteosarcoma in their lower extremities. Haley was the first to be diagnosed with an osteosarcoma in her left leg when she was nine years old and within ten months, Austin was also diagnosed with the same cancer, only his was in his right leg.

Both children underwent treatment for the cancer and both went through limb sparring procedures; however, the result was very different for each of them. Haley’s limb sparring procedure was successful and she now has a prosthetic tibia which can be lengthened to accommodate for growth. She has been through many procedures to get to where she is now and has had her tibia extended three times with good success. Austin’s limb sparring procedure did not work in the same way his sister’s did, his limb sparring failed and resulted in an above-knee amputation.

With multiple surgeries and trauma to Haley’s and Austin’s lower extremities, both would need prosthetic and orthotic intervention to allow for better functioning. Haley, with an ankle foot orthosis (AFO) that would provide strength and protection of her prosthetic tibia and Austin, an above-knee (AK) prosthesis to replace what was no longer there. Both Haley and Austin had goals of returning to an active lifestyle as both were very involved in sports and neither wanted their cancer to limit their activities and dictate what they could and could not accomplish.

Since Haley’s limb sparring procedure she presents with limited range of motion and instability at her ankle. She also developed foot drop, a condition where someone has difficulty or inability to raise their foot while walking, making it difficult to ambulate without dragging her toes on her affected foot. Haley has been working with her orthotist, Saravanan Sundarkrishnan, CPO, LPO to help manage the condition of her affected limb. The type of device Haley needs to wear is a custom fabricated ankle foot orthosis (AFO) specifically designed to optimize her gait and provide the best support and function possible. Although Haley will most likely have limitations regarding her range of motion and how active she can be until her prosthetic tibia is permanent, she has not let her condition slow her down. Haley is a goalie for her school lacrosse team and she continues to be as active as possible, just like any kid her age should be.

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After Austin’s above-knee amputation he has been working with his prosthetist, Robin McRae, CP, LP to get a custom fit prosthesis to replace his amputated limb. His prosthetist specializes in designing and fabricating a socket that will support Austin and allow for attaching the best prosthetic components available to optimize his function during standing, walking, running, and any other activity he feels he is capable of doing. Austin has been wearing a prosthetic leg for several years now and has been through a number of components and sockets to accommodate his changing limb, growth and activity level. He more recently received a specialized running foot that he uses not only for running, which he did prior to his amputation, but for all types of activities; including those that he once felt limited in doing. With his new foot he is again pushing his limits on what he can do and achieving many goals he has set out for himself. Although both Haley and Austin were both affected with the same cancer, their outcomes were very different. Neither of the Carter kids let cancer slow them down and both are determined to live life to the fullest and continue to move forward.

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