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Almost all of us have or will experience lower back pain – that’s a sad fact. According to National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke states, “About 80 percent of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes.” The Lower Back The lower back is considered the area right below the ribcage and is known as the

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McKINNEY, TEXAS – January 1, 2020 – Total joint replacement is one of the most commonly performed, elective surgical procedures in the United States.1 Methodist McKinney Hospital is excited to announce ROSA Knee, which offers improved joint alignment for better function and a better quality of life. “Robotic surgery offers many benefits to patients,” said Dr. Charles Toulson, orthopedic surgeon and

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Methodist McKinney Hospital Supports Cutting Edge Technologies Effecting Joint Replacement Candidates Are you suffering from knee pain? Has your doctor told you it’s time for surgery? Did you know that doctors (within the US) perform more than 600,000 knee replacement surgeries each year? Many people who are faced with pending knee replacement surgery are worried about not only the recovery process, but

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Did you know the average adult spends approximately 6.5 hours a day or more sitting. For teenagers that number increase to around 8 hours a day. That’s a lot of sitting! Studies have shown that sitting for long periods of time can lead to diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Most of us spend our days in front of a computer

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Concierge medicine is a relatively new approach to healthcare delivery in which primary care physicians significantly limit their practices to fewer patients in order to spend more time and care with each one. Appointments are easier and more flexible. Extra time and services are offered for personalized, proactive care. The doctor dedicates extra time to listen to you, research your

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You throw on a pair of sneakers and head out the door for your daily run. Did you know that those shoes may be causing serious injury to not only your feet, but also your hips, knees, and back? Running is a great way for you to stay healthy, but the wrong shoes could be causing you more harm than

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MCKINNEY, Texas (February 22, 2019) Methodist McKinney Hospital announced that it has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Joint Replacement – Knee and Hip Certification. The Gold Seal of Approval® is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective patient care. “Methodist McKinney Hospital has thoroughly demonstrated a high level of

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May 31, 1994. On that date, Senate Joint Resolution 179 was signed by President Bill Clinton, which effectively named the week leading up to Father’s Day as Men’s Health Week. Serving as a reminder to heighten awareness of preventable health problems in both men and boys, Men’s Health Week is nationally recognized and celebrated by scheduling preventative screenings of all

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The month of March is often associated with a number of noteworthy events: St. Patrick’s Day, the beginning of the NCAA basketball tournament and the flowers and trees ascending from their winter hibernation and blooming. While these all have the potential to be meaningful events, March should be recognized for an even more important designation: National Nutrition Month. Eating and

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In almost every medical specialty, surgery is considered a last resort—most physicians vastly prefer to start with noninvasive treatments. But when there are no other options, modern surgical techniques can be a sure bet for optimal recovery and restored quality of life. Such is the case when dealing with joint injury or disease, which often demands surgery to replace damaged

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