Building on its regional leadership and experience in minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, Crouse Health has recently added the MakoSmartRobotics™ technology for total knee, partial knee and total hip orthopedic procedures. The Mako robotic technology can relieve painful arthritis in knees and hips, and it’s been associated with less pain, less need for pain medication, reduced…
Acupuncture Acupuncture originated in China more than 2,000 years ago. In the United States, the best-known type involves putting hair-thin, metallic needles into specific body points to improve health and well-being. Research has shown that acupuncture reduces nausea and vomiting after surgery and chemotherapy. It can also relieve pain. Researchers don’t fully understand how acupuncture…
Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) are disorders of the temporomadibular joint (TMJ) and the muscles surrounding it. It is also referred to as a craniomandibular problem since the neck (cervical spine) is often involved as well. There are many symptoms that go along with TMD. A person may have one or several of the common symptoms. For…
Today, many healthcare providers are seeing the benefits of a more holistic approach to caring for patients. And they are also becoming aware of the growing body of research that demonstrates a profound connection between the arts and the healing process. Throughout history, pictures, stories, dances, music and drama have been central to healing rituals.…
