Quick Tip

Taking Care of Your Feet as a Diabetic
Good foot care is important to everyone – but especially diabetics. There are many things you can do to keep your feet healthy.

In the morning, give yourself a quick foot-check and look for any cuts, sores, swelling, or infected toenails. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! Take care of any issue early before it gets worse.

Call or see your podiatrist if you have cuts or breaks in the skin, or have an ingrown nail. Also, tell your provider if your foot changes color, shape, or feels different (for example, becomes less sensitive or hurts).

Reducing Your Risk of Kidney Stones
You may reduce your risk of kidney stones if you:
– Drink water throughout the day.
– Choose a diet low in salt and animal protein.
– Continue eating calcium-rich foods, but use caution with calcium supplements.
– Eat fewer oxalate-rich foods.

When it’s Time to Consider Hearing Aids
When hearing loss is not medically or surgically correctable, hearing aid use can help. Proper evaluation followed by appropriate, carefully selected and adjusted hearing aid technology is foundational to successful hearing aid use.

Our team of audiologists specialize in the fitting process of the best digital and programmable devices available. They can help you every step of the way.

A New Treatment for BPH (Benign Enlargement of the Prostate)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is an enlarged prostate gland. As the prostate gets bigger, it may cause problems with urinating.

BPH occurs in almost all men as they age. An enlarged prostate can be a nuisance, but it is usually not a serious problem. About half of all men older than 75 have some symptoms.

We are proud to offer the Rezūm BPH treatment. Rezūm is a new minimally invasive, in-office treatment option for those seeking to relieve lower urinary tract symptoms associated with BPH.

Treating and Preventing Achilles Tendonitis
Athletes, particularly runners, could incorporate a thorough stretching program to properly warm-up the muscles. They could also decrease the distance of their walk or run, apply ice after the activity and avoid any uphill climbs.

Athletes may want to consider the of use an orthotic device, heel cup, or heel cradle for extra support. A heel cup or heel cradle elevates the heel to reduce stress and pressure on the Achilles tendon. The device is ideally made with light-weight, shock absorbing materials. An orthotic device can be used to control over-pronation, support the longitudinal arch, and reduce stress on the Achilles tendon.