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Inspire Therapy at Silver Cross a Life-Changer for New Lenox Man with Sleep Apnea

body up just long enough to take a breath, device on,” Meyers explained. “I can feel then the body falls back asleep. the stimulation move my tongue forward, Meyers was prescribed a home CPAP away from my throat. Then it pauses for (continuous positive airway pressure) about a half hour to give you time to fall machine, which he said initially worked asleep without feelingLDR thatrooms, sensation.

12 to 15. And just like our existing theseAnd beautiful new roomsyou feature hostitofwhile amenities designed OK. But then he started having dry mouth don’ta feel you’re asleep.” for your comfort an important new addition: large immersion and sore throats as well as being limited to – with In the morning, he says, he turns it off, tubs for laboring sleeping or napping only near the CPAP. until it’smoms. time to go back to bed for the Then he heard about another procedure night, or for a nap during the day, “which I called Inspire Therapy, which works inside like to do at my age. But I slept nine hours the body with a patient’s natural breathing one night. I don’t remember the last time I When you start your family at Silver Cross, you’re process to treat sleep apnea.

Meyers called did that. When you go to bed at midnight in good company! In fact, more families choose number he saw on the commercial and and wake up at 9 a.m., that’s a good way to our Birthing Center than anythe other hospital in Will connected with Dr. start your day.”

County. That’s because we’ve created a uniqueRajeev Mehta, a board-certified otolaryngologist on staff While Dr. Mehta notes Inspire Therapy special Women and Infant Edward Meyersplace of Newfor Lenox was arrivals—the the first at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. may not work for everyone, studies show Services Birthing Center, where you and your Inspire Therapy patient at Silver Cross 90 percent of bed partners reported family are at the center we do.

Hospital and says he can’t imagine livingof everything About the Inspire System hearing no snoring or just soft snoring. without the Inspire device system.

Dr. Mehta was intrigued when he heard a few years ago about Inspire Therapy, a the personal attention For a numberFrom of reasons, Edward Meyersof our highly trained staff to the procedure that would allow those with comfort of night’s our private mother-baby suites, we’ve Other amenities include: Jr. of New Lenox hadn’tand hadluxury a good OSA to doready awayfor with masks, while designed it with you in mind. Everything’s youthe from sleep in many, many years.

• In-room refrigerators getting the airflow their bodies need for• a Private bathroom the moment you arrive—even complimentary valet parking That made it rough getting up for his • Sofa sleeper • Flat-screen TV healthy, good night’s sleep. and shuttle service. job as an electrician, as well as for life in • And more Meyers turned out to be Dr. Mehta’s • Glider chair general.

• Blanket warmers first Inspire patient at Silver Cross Hospital “I couldn’t sleep more than a couple in November 2021. But first, Dr. Mehta hours each night,” said Meyers, 68, now Everything for Your Peace of Mind performed surgery to open Meyers’ nasal retired. “One night about 12 years ago, An obstetrician/gynecologist is in-house 24 hours a day, 7 breathing passages two weeks before my wife, Peggy, noticed I had stopped days a week. Upon your arrival, you’ll be “partnered” with a implanting Inspire. breathing while I was sleeping. Good specially trained obstetrical nurse certified Dr. Rajeev Mehtain electronic fetal To be a candidate, Dr. Mehta said OSA thing she’s a light sleeper! I scheduled a monitoring who’ll assist you through delivery. Our unit also sufferers must have been diagnosed with Inspire is covered by most major features mother/baby couplet care, which means that the same sleep study, and the doctor said I stopped moderate to severe sleep apnea, cannot insurance providers, as well as Medicare experienced nurse will care for both mother and baby until it is breathing 46 times … in one hour! I said, use or get constant benefit from a CPAP, reimbursement and VA benefits at select time to go home.

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This ensures continuity in care and improved communication and must be years ordécor older.

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Each of our birthing suites has soft lighting and18 soothing between the patient, family, nursing staff and physicians. At The Inspire device system, implanted “I love it. I have can’t several imagine living without designed to putgo youtoatsleep ease with thoughtful touches you’ll Some 25 million Americans Silver Cross, we also certified lactation consultants during a 1 ½-hour surgery, delivers mild appreciate.

The moment you walk in, you’ll feel at home.

Every it now. ” available for support to new moms who choose to breastfeed at night and don’t realize they may stop private birthing suite has an easily adjustable labor bed and their babies. They offer education and support before and after breathing 15 to 65 times an hour. They are stimulation to key airway muscles, allowing labor ball available. the airway to open during sleep. delivery asFor wellmore as when you returnvisit home. information, silvercross.org victims of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), Meyers said he needed to heal a few and it’s about as3dangerous as it sounds.

New Labor/Delivery/Recovery Rooms months before Dr. Mehta gave him the OSA occurs when soft tissues in the To accommodate the growing number of special controller, whichdeliveries he said isateasy to use. airway collapseSilver during sleep and block Cross, we’ve added 3 spacious LDR rooms to our Women you’re ready for bed, you push the flow of oxygen to theServices brain. The brain Center,“When and Infant Birthing bringing our total from the big green button, which turns the senses a lack of oxygen and wakes the

We’ve Expanded Our Birthing Center with Your Comfort in Mind

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stroke is a medical event that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced.

When this occurs, brain tissue is deprived of oxygen and nutrients. Since brain cells can begin to die in minutes, damage from stroke can occur almost immediately.

Some strokes are minor, leaving the individual with minimal lasting effects. However, a complicated stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability or even death, indicates the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That is why it is crucial to recognize stroke risk factors and figure out how to head off an event, if possible.

Certain tests are used to determine the liklihood that a stroke may occur. It is important to note that not all people who will experience a stroke have noticeable symptoms. Imaging tests often are ordered after a stroke occurs to determine which type of stroke an individual suffered. Here’s a deeper look at some diagnostic tests for stroke.

• Carotid ultrasound: This ultrasound is painless and uses sound waves to create pictures of the carotid arteries, which are responsible for supplying oxygen-rich blood to the brain. The images will indicate if plaque has narrowed or blocked the carotid arteries, a risk factor for stroke.

• Doppler ultrasound: This is a special test that shows the speed and direction of blood moving through carotid arteries and other blood vessels.

• Carotid angiography: The Center for Neuro Skills® says a carotid angiography employs a dye and special X-rays to show the insides of the carotid arteries, again helping to diagnose potential blockages.

• Electrocardiogram: An electrocardiogram, also called an ECG or EKG, measures the heart’s electrical activity. The test determines if the heart is beating regularly and the strength and timing of electrical signals that pass through the heart. An EKG can detect atrial fibrillation, which is a risk factor for stroke.

• Magnetic resonance imaging: An MRI uses radio waves and a magnetic field to create a detailed view of the brain. An MRI may be used to detect brain tissue damage by an ischemic stroke (result of a blockage) and brain hemorrhages. A doctor may use a dye injected into blood vessels to highlight blood flow.

• Computed tomography: A CT or CAT scan creates crosssectional pictures of the brain, says the Mayo Clinic. A CT scan can show if a stroke has occurred and also identify if the stroke was ischemic or hemorrhagic (the result of bleeding).

• Blood tests: Doctors say that blood tests can measure various things, including platelets in the blood. Abnormal platelet levels could be a sign of a bleeding disorder (not too much or too much clotting).

A stroke is a serious condition that can cause lasting brain damage. Testing can identify risk factors and determine if a stroke already occurred.

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With exercise playing an essential role in the aging process and an individual’s overall health, their award-winning Life Enrichment Program provides a variety of Harbor Fit classes ranging from meditation and yoga to sports and cardio. These interactive classes encourage residents to enthusiastically participate with their friends and reach new fitness goals. Fun games like jeopardy, Smartini Trivia, and various board games are also offered daily to keep community residents sharp and engaged with their peers.

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How to corral spring allergies Spring is synonymous with rebirth. Each spring, flowers begin to bloom again, grass starts to grow and people from all walks of life rekindle their love affair with the great outdoors. Spring also marks the return of a familiar foe: allergies.

Seasonal allergies can put a damper on even the most welcoming spring day. After all, a day soaking up the sun isn’t so relaxing when it’s also spent sneezing and confronting allergy symptoms like congestion, runny nose and watery eyes.

Thankfully, it’s possible for seasonal allergy sufferers to have their spring and enjoy it, too.

• Pay attention to seasonal allergy trackers. Seasonal allergies are now easier to track than ever. For example, Pollen.com is an easily accessible and free site that allows visitors to type in their ZIP codes and access daily allergy reports for their towns and cities. Visitors also can see five-day forecasts that can help them plan trips and other outdoor excursions. Weather.com also offers free allergy reports and forecasts. Individuals with seasonal allergies can make use of these sites and plan their activities based on the information they provide.

• Stay indoors when allergen levels are especially high. The Mayo Clinic notes that there are several things individuals can do to reduce their exposure to seasonal allergy triggers. That includes staying indoors on dry, windy days. This doesn’t mean individuals need to lock themselves indoors all spring. But it’s important that

seasonal allergy sufferers recognize that some days might be too much to handle. Rain helps clear pollen from the air, so individuals who are avoiding the outdoors on days when pollen counts are high should be able to get outside after a good rain without triggering an attack.

• Maintain clean air indoors. The great outdoors is not the only place where allergens percolate. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America notes that improving air quality in a home can reduce allergy triggers. Air conditioners can prevent outdoor allergens from entering a home, so utilize units on warm spring days when you might otherwise open the windows. Open windows and screen doors provide easy entry points for allergens like pollen, so turning on the AC when outdoor allergen counts are high can make seasonal allergies more manageable.

• Consider treatments. Over-the-counter treatments like antihistamines, nasal sprays and decongestants provide most individuals with sufficient relief from their seasonal allergies.

If OTC remedies are ineffective, treatments such as allergen immunotherapy and a consultation with an allergen may be necessary.

Seasonal allergies can spoil an otherwise welcoming spring day.

But there are many ways for individuals to corral their seasonal allergies and still enjoy spring sun.

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Eterna Med Spa on Spider Veins What are spider Veins and why do people get spider veins?

Spider veins occur when blood pools in veins near the surface of the skin. Spider Veins can be caused by heredity, obesity, trauma, aging, standing and sitting for long periods of time. We also see women whom due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause, experience spider veins, states Kathe Malinowski from Eterna Med Spa and Laser Center.

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Treatment for Spider Veins - Scierotherapy Scierotherapy is one of the treatments for Varicose and spider Veins. It is often a treatment of choice for small varicose veins. Scierotherapy involves injecting a solution directly into the vein, this causes the vein to scar, sending blood to reroute through a healthier vein. The Collapsed vein is reabsorbed into tissue and eventually fades.

Treated veins tend to fade within a few weeks, but occasionally it may take a few months to see the full results and several treatments may be needed. Every case is different, according to Malinowski.

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Fibromyalgia is a clinical syndrome that presents as widespread body pain. If left untreated, fibromyalgia is a potentially debilitating condition.

Middle age women are especially vulnerable to fibromyalgia, and early diagnosis is key so that treatments can begin. Treatment is likely to be more effective if introduced early, according to a 2017 study in the journal Australian Prescriber.

The Mayo Clinic says doctors attempting to diagnose pain used to check 18 specific points on the body to determine if pain was linked to fibromyalgia. However, newer guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology no longer require a tender point exam for diagnosis. Instead, the condition is considered present when widespread pain throughout the body lasts for at least three months.

Newly diagnosed fibromyalgia patients may have many questions about the illness and their treatment options.

Fibromyalgia symptoms wax and wane, so Johns Hopkins Medicine says treatment strategies continually need to evolve and are tailored specifically to each patient’s needs.

However, treatment strategies tend to fall into four broad categories: education; symptom management; cognitive behavior therapy; and complementary approaches.

Symptom management tends to include a variety of medications. The Mayo Clinic Says doctors will recommend pain relievers such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen and naproxen sodium, which are available over-the-counter.

Opioid pain relievers usually are not recommended because of side effects and risk for dependence.

Antidepressants are the most frequently used and best studied drugs for the treatment of fibromyalgia, indicates Johns Hopkins. They are effective in treating pain, sleep disturbances, fatigue, and depression.

Anti-seizure drugs often are useful to reduce certain types of pain.

In addition to medications, complementary approaches include physical therapy, acupressure, massage, acupuncture, hypnosis, osteopathic manipulation, and other techniques.

Cognitive behavior therapy also may help those with fibromyalgia manage their condition by applying relaxation therapy and cognitive pain management, among other techniques.

Speaking with a mental health counselor also can give individuals additional tools for dealing with painful and stressful situations that arise due to fibromyalgia.

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LAUGH FOR THE HEALTH OF IT

ONE ORGAN DONOR CAN SAVE EIGHT LIVES The Donor Alliance® reports that just one donor can save up to eight lives through organ donation. Organs that can be donated include the heart, liver, lungs, kidneys, pancreas, and small intestine. Eye and tissue also can have a profound impact, potentially saving and healing more than 75 lives.

75%

of esophageal cancers are attributable to chronic excessive alcohol consumption, according to the National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence, Inc. Such consumption also is linked to a 10 percent increase in a woman’s risk for breast cancer, while heavy chronic drinking has been connected to 36 percent of primary liver cancer cases.

Laughter may indeed be the best medicine, or at least a highly effective one. According to a 2010 study published in the journal Alternative Therapies In Health and Medicine, laughter has shown physiological, psychological, social, spiritual, and qualityof-life benefits. Although authors of the study noted the need for more data, they concluded that laughter has positive and quantifiable effects on certain aspects of health.

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Can a plantbased diet lower diabetes risk?

A 2016 study published in the journal PLOS Medicine found that a plant-based diet that’s rich in highquality plant foods was associated with a significantly lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The study noted a distinction between plant-based foods deemed “healthy,” which include whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and nuts, and those described as “less healthy,” which include fruit juices and refined grains.

Music as Medicine The New Orleans Musicians Clinic reports that

listening to jazz music can expand blood vessels by up to 30 percent.

Widening of blood vessels increases blood flow and lowers blood pressure. Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is important, as the Mayo Clinic notes that unchecked high blood pressure can lead to complications such as heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and/or dementia.

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Professional Medical PROFILE Professional Medical PROFILE

UNIQUE INDIVIDUALS WHO PROVIDE SPECIALIZED MEDICAL SERVICES UNIQUE INDIVIDUALS WHO PROVIDE SPECIALIZED MEDICAL SERVICES

Meet Breast Surgeon Dr. Jennifer Gambla on Staff at Silver Cross Hospital Most women with breast cancer have some type of surgery as part of their treatment. Depending on the situation, there are different types of breast surgery, and they may be done for different reasons. For example, surgery may be done to: • Remove as much of the cancer as possible (breast-conserving surgery or total mastectomy) • Evaluate whether the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes under the arm (sentinel lymph node biopsy or axillary lymph node dissection) • Restore the breast’s shape after the cancer is removed (breast reconstruction) • Relieve symptoms of advanced cancer As part of the cancer services partnership between UChicago Medicine and Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Dr. Jennifer Gambla specializes in surgery for patients with breast cancer, benign breast diseases and abnormal breast imaging.

She performs a full range of procedures, including mastectomy, partial mastectomy or lumpectomy, and excisional biopsies, and coordinates breast reconstruction surgery with plastic surgeons at the time of breast cancer surgery. Dr. Gambla also offers a surveillance program for patients at heightened risk for breast cancer, including those with a family history.

Hidden Scar TM Technique What’s more, Dr. Gambla is certified in the Hidden Scar TechniqueTM, an advanced approach to removing breast cancer in which the surgeon places the incision in a location that’s hard to see (such as in the fold under the breast or around the areola) so that the scar is not as visible when the incision heals.

In fact, studies show that breast surgery scars can significantly impact a woman’s psychological and emotional recovery and quality of life after surgery because scars can have a large impact on a woman’s self-confidence, intimacy and body image.

The Hidden Scar TM approach can be performed for a nipplesparing mastectomy or lumpectomy.

UChicago Medicine Breast Clinic at Silver Cross Dr. Gambla, who sees patients at the UChicago Medicine Breast Clinic at Jennifer Gambla, M.D. Silver Cross, is certified Breast Surgeon by the American Board of Surgery. She earned her medical degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine and completed her general residency at The Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center. She attended the University of Michigan for a breast surgery fellowship. Dr. Gambla also holds memberships in the American College of Surgeons and is an active participant in the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She’s been in practice since 2005 but recently came to practice in New Lenox.

Dr. Gambla’s office is located at the UChicago Medicine Breast Clinic at Silver Cross Hospital, Pavilion A, Suite 455.

For more information, call 815-300-5887.

As a result, patients have little or no visible reminder of their surgery or their breast cancer. And while many women see their breast surgery scars as an empowering symbol of beating cancer, many do not.

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Brain Smarts Brain Facts >> At least 50 percent of the brain is made up of fats. >> The average adult human brain weighs 3 pounds. >> The brain does not finish developing and maturing until about age 25. >> The sperm whale has the largest brain. The elephant has the largest brain of any land animal.

Source: Cleveland Clinic, National Institute of Mental Health, American Museum of Natural History

Exercise Your Brain Adults who participated in mindchallenging activities were 63 percent less likely to develop dementia, according to a study published in The New England Journal of Medicine.

Stimulate your brain with Sudoku, a popular numbers game designed to improve memory, concentration and strategic thinking!

Feed Your Brain The Harvard Medical School links these foods to improved brain power: 1 Leafy green vegetables 2 Tea and coffee 3 Fatty fish 4 Walnuts 5 Berries

TrainYour Brain How long does it take to make new habits stick?

Fun facts about lefties

It is estimated that between 10 and 12 percent of all people are left-handed.

Sports scientist Florian Loffing with the Institute of Sport Science, University of Oldenburg in Germany found that in sports where there is a short time constraint, lefties appeared to excel. That could be why he found 26 percent of the top male players in table tennis are lefties. And sports like baseball and cricket are dominated by lefthanded players.

It takes an average of 66 days to form a new habit, according to a recent study published in the European Journal of Social Psychology. Here are some tips to help ensure new behaviors endure: • To develop new habits, repeat the desired behavior in the same situation, so something about the consistent setting or context can cue the behavior.

• To help break old habits, control your environment to avoid or eliminate the cue that triggers the behavior you are trying to stop.

Health risks and benefits According to a 2010 study published in the journal Pediatrics, researchers found those who were left-handed had an increased risk for dyslexia, ADHD and certain mood disorders. It could be tied to the hemispheres of the brain and how 30 percent of left-handed people are partial to the right hemisphere or have no dominant hemisphere for language functioning. Conversely, lefties can bounce back from stroke or other brain-related injuries more readily than righties, according to data published in 2015 in Scientific Reports.

More creative Lefties are more likely to be artistic or innovative. Research published in the American Journal of Psychology found there is some evidence that left-handed people are better at divergent thinking, a method of idea generation that explores many possible solutions.

Ambidextrous inclinations The world is geared towards being right-handed, with buttons on jackets, doorknobs, desks in school, and more designed with right-handed people in mind. Therefore, many lefties become ambidextrous simply because they have to, according to data published in ReaderÕs Digest.

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Morris Hospital Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Provides Help for Neck and Back Pain If you’re reading this article, there’s a good chance you’re going to experience neck or back pain at some point in your life. Some estimates say upwards of 85 percent of people will have neck or back pain in their lifetime, whether the result of activity, trauma or age-related conditions. The likelihood only increases after age 40.

“As we get older, on the other side of 40 for sure, most of us get to a point where we realize our neck or back is Dr. Mir Ali not what it was when we were 16,” says Dr. Mir Ali, board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with Morris Hospital Orthopedics & Sports Medicine who received advanced training in spine surgery through a fellowship with Rush University Medical Center, Midwest Orthopedics. “I think most of us learn to live with it and manage it as best we can.”

But the question that next arises is: At what point do neck and back symptoms require help from a primary care doctor?

Or even an orthopedic spine surgeon?

When to Seek Help The first sign medical help is needed for neck or back pain can be as simple as having lingering or reoccurring pain significant enough that traditional treatments or overthe-counter medications provide little to no relief. Other indications of needing to see a doctor include having to miss work due to the pain or experiencing numbness and tingling.

Dr. Ali says more concerning red flags start with shooting pain down the arms or legs, weakness in the upper or lower extremities, bowel or bladder problems, or having trouble walking.

“The areas of the spine are very delicate areas,” he says.

“The spine obviously controls your whole body, so there are things that really worry us as doctors. If someone has any of those symptoms, they need to see their primary care doctor right away, their spine doctor right away, or they can go to the emergency room.”

Advancements in Treatment While Dr. Ali hopes people seek a doctor before severe symptoms set in, he is concerned that fears or misconceptions

may keep them away. For instance, while his specialty is called orthopedic spine surgery, the vast majority of his patients are at least initially treated without surgical intervention.

Depending on the patient’s condition, treatments can range from physical therapy, to medications for short-term pain relief, to cortisone injections, and as a last resort, surgery.

Dr. Ali believes his approach to care delivers two essential components to his patients – options and education – so they feel they have evaluated all possibilities before surgery.

“At least in the short run, 75 to 90 percent of our patients are able to avoid surgery,” Dr. Ali says. “For someone to come in to visit a spine specialist, obviously the pain has gotten to a point where it’s affecting their daily lives and their quality of life, but we really work up from the least invasive approach, saving surgery as a last resort.”

While the least invasive approaches can help in many situations, there are some conditions that cannot be truly resolved without surgical intervention. But even that prospect shouldn’t be feared, according to Dr. Ali. A procedure like anterior cervical fusion for arthritic/ herniated discs in the neck is typically a one-hour, outpatient surgery that provides patients immediate relief and results.

Another procedure -- lumbar fusion for severe deterioration of lumbar discs -- has advanced from being a 6-hour surgery with a week-long hospital stay to now being a one-hour surgery with the possibility of going home the same day.

“Technology is always improving,” Dr. Ali says. “There are surgeries we do on 80- to 90-year-olds which used to take six hours 10 years ago. The fact is, we can do that surgery in an hour and a half today with less anesthesia so the patient can get up and go home the same day or the next day. It’s quite remarkable.”

If you are experiencing back or neck pain that keeps you from enjoying activities you love, call one of the Morris Hospital Orthopedics & Sports Medicine office locations. Dr. Ali sees patients in Joliet (815-741-4000), Morris (815-942-4875), and Ottawa (815-433-0850). For more information, visit www.morrishospital.org/orthopedics.

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