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ACUPUNCTURE AND FIBROMYALGIA

ACUPUNCTURE AND FIBROMYALGIA

There is new hope for the millions of americans suffering from fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a disorder that causes muscle pain, stiffness and fatigue for unknown reasons. It affects between three and six percent of Americans, mainly women.... (Read more about ACUPUNCTURE AND FIBROMYALGIA)

American Children Are Not Consuming Enough Milk

American Children Are Not Consuming Enough Milk

A recent study from Penn State has found that American children are drinking insufficient amounts of milk and the dairy they are choosing to consume are very high in fat. The study examined a children's daily dairy intake and compared it with the... (Read more about American Children Are Not Consuming Enough Milk)

Atlasorthogonal

Atlasorthogonal

The atlas is the top vertebra of the cervical spine. When the atlas become misaligned, it can compress and irritate the nerves and thus cause problems throughout the entire body. (Read more about Atlasorthogonal)

BULLYING AND SUICIDE

BULLYING AND SUICIDE

The new school year is now well under way, and with it there is sadly the recurring concern of many parents—is my child being bullied? There is evidence that bullying carries serious consequences, including an increased risk of suicide (Read more about BULLYING AND SUICIDE)

Binge Drinking Can Affect Decision Making

Binge Drinking Can Affect Decision Making

Binge drinking, typically associated with college students, may lead to poor decision making. The results of a new study published in the June issue of Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research suggest that among college students, those who... (Read more about Binge Drinking Can Affect Decision Making)

CHILD MIGRAINES

CHILD MIGRAINES

The term child migraine itself sounds incongruous since migraines are not a problem we commonly think of as something that can affect our children. But child migraines are not such an unusual problem. Millions of kids suffer these debilitating... (Read more about CHILD MIGRAINES)

Chicken Soup | Holistic Remedy for Colds

Chicken Soup | Holistic Remedy for Colds

By now many of us have already had to deal with some kind of respiratory infection, and it’'s not even January. Sure, you take the cold and flu remedies off the shelf of your pharmacy; but what about mom’s good old chicken soup? Is it urban... (Read more about Chicken Soup | Holistic Remedy for Colds)

EXERCISE STUDY

EXERCISE STUDY

With dieting being the most commonly adopted method to lose weight, many of us refrain from taking up exercise. For people who are markedly overweight, it can be difficult to start an exercise program. But, the latest data shows the combination of... (Read more about EXERCISE STUDY)

HEARTBURN TREATMENT STUDY

HEARTBURN TREATMENT STUDY

Currently there are several available acid reflux treatments. 60 million Americans suffer from it. One-fourth of these, approximately 15 million, have daily symptoms. That is the case with patient Michael Mills. (Read more about HEARTBURN TREATMENT STUDY)

Have a Cold? Try Echinacea: Natural Immune Enhancer

Have a Cold? Try Echinacea: Natural Immune Enhancer

What do you do when you're fighting off a cold? Most of us get the recommended extra rest, plenty of water, and vitamin C, but some people use herbal supplements like Echinacea. Echinacea has been shown to help reduce the onset, duration and... (Read more about Have a Cold? Try Echinacea: Natural Immune Enhancer)

Health Wrap: Reports on Snoring, Fetuses and Pain, Forgetfulness and Baseball

Health Wrap: Reports on Snoring, Fetuses and Pain, Forgetfulness and Baseball

A new study finds that habitual snoring in women is strongly tied to body mass index—a marker of fatness-- and age. Overall, 7.6 percent of women snore. The frequency of snoring reaches its peak in women ages 50 to 59. Frequent snoring was... (Read more about Health Wrap: Reports on Snoring, Fetuses and Pain, Forgetfulness and Baseball)

MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS FREQUENCY

MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS FREQUENCY

Staggering numbers have been released which show how common mental illness is in our society. And related research says, it starts at a very young age, and most of us don’t get treated…so the problems escalate into significant issues. (Read more about MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS FREQUENCY)

Menstrual Cramps

Menstrual Cramps

When you have your menstrual period, you may get mild to bad menstrual cramps or pain in your abdomen or back. You may also have nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, a headache, or lightheadedness. Some or all of these problems may start a... (Read more about Menstrual Cramps)

NEW DIABETIC GUIDELINES

NEW DIABETIC GUIDELINES

There are important new diabetes guidelines just released that instruct most Type 2 diabetics to take cholesterol-lowering medication. The goal is to cut down on their risk for heart attacks and strokes, common killers in this patient population.... (Read more about NEW DIABETIC GUIDELINES)

NICOTINE PATCH STUDY

NICOTINE PATCH STUDY

U.S. government data shows approximately 75% of women daily smokers are interested in quitting, and of these nearly 47% attempted to quit during the previous year. Unfortunately, among those who do quit, only 7% are still tobacco-free one year... (Read more about NICOTINE PATCH STUDY)

PSYCHOLOGY OF TERROR ATTACKS

PSYCHOLOGY OF TERROR ATTACKS

Most large scale traumatic events are followed by a sharp rise in the occurrence of cases of post traumatic stress disorder. The London Terror Attacks have shocked the world, and the repercussions here in the U.S. on a psychological level can and... (Read more about PSYCHOLOGY OF TERROR ATTACKS)

Rapid Rise in

Rapid Rise in "Complementary" Medical Services

Have you been to a practitioner besides your family physician? Whether chiropractic care, acupuncture, yoga or homeopathy, Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) has become increasingly common in the United States, and 72% of adults use some... (Read more about Rapid Rise in "Complementary" Medical Services)

Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems

Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems

A Review in The Lancet reveals the importance of healthy lifestyle choices to reduce stressors related to cardiovascular risk factors. Researchers from John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore examined records between 1990 to 2006. They observed how... (Read more about Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems)

SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER

SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER

It is supposed to be the joyous holiday season. But around the winter solstice sunlight is usually pretty short-lived. With daylight at a premium, darkness can cause seasonal affective disorder depression due to lack of light. While it comes... (Read more about SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER)

Seven Anxiety-Fighting Foods

Seven Anxiety-Fighting Foods

Step aside, Prozac and Valium, and make way for some natural alternatives that, while they might not do as dramatic a job at relieving anxiety, certainly have the anxiety-relieving benefit that they have no nasty side effects whatever. Berries.... (Read more about Seven Anxiety-Fighting Foods)

St. John's Wort and Depression

St. John's Wort and Depression

Some studies show St. Johns wort helps alleviate depression, and some don't. But one government agency, one educational institution and a nonprofit biomedical group recently gave it a something of a thumbs-up. "There is some scientific evidence... (Read more about St. John's Wort and Depression)

Super Summer Foods

Super Summer Foods

Summer is a great season to enjoy what nature has to offer - fresh fruits and vegetables. Whether you're trying to lose weight or just want to eat healthy, summer provides your pick of produce. Summer fruits and vegetables in addition to having... (Read more about Super Summer Foods)

What is Cancer and How it is Caused

What is Cancer and How it is Caused

Cancer is a term used to describe a group of illnesses all having certain common characteristics. There are over 200 different types of cancer and all have a specific name, treatment and a chance of being cured. The human body is made of organs,... (Read more about What is Cancer and How it is Caused)

What is Cancer?

What is Cancer?

By Dr. Chitti Moorthy -Director, Departments of Radiation Medicine and Radiology, New York Medical College, Valhalla , NY The cause of cancer lies deep within the building blocks of a person's cells (genes and DNA). If these blocks become... (Read more about What is Cancer?)

What is Hoodia?

What is Hoodia?

Hoodia is the latest appetite suppressant rage! It comes from a cactus-like plant in South Africa. It was used by tribesman as an appetite suppressant so they could go on long hunting and gathering trips. That appetite suppressant effect is... (Read more about What is Hoodia?)

What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?

What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?

Dr. Sattesh Babu of Vascular Associates of Westchester discusses Peripheral Arterial Disease, who is at risk, why it is important to be screened and current treatments. (Read more about What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?)

Why The Body Ages

Why The Body Ages

How the body Ages. The nucleus of every cell has 23 pairs of chromosomes. And they contain DNA or the genetic material of the cell. A prime cause of ageing is every cell’s chromosomes are capped with a protein button called a telomere. (Read more about Why The Body Ages)

Winterizing Your Skin

Winterizing Your Skin

Once autumn arrives, Michael Panella can be found spending a lot of time outdoors. He loves taking on home projects that allow him to work in his back yard. But, the dropping temperature causes Michael’s rosacea, a flushing and redness of the... (Read more about Winterizing Your Skin)

Women & Heart Centers

“My grandmother died at 67 of heart disease and she was a diabetic, my mother died at 59 from heart disease, my sister who was two years older than me died at 51 from heart disease, my oldest sister who is five years older than me had her first... (Read more about Women & Heart Centers)

Women, Obesity Rates, and the Fountain of Youth

Women, Obesity Rates, and the Fountain of Youth

The fattening of America is so out there, so obvious, the question has become how do we get the message that we need to reverse the trend? Perhaps, the message is sinking in, at least among women. New research released by the CDC shows,... (Read more about Women, Obesity Rates, and the Fountain of Youth)

Work Stress and Metabolic Syndrome

Work Stress and Metabolic Syndrome

It would make sense at first glance that workplace stress leads to heart disease--no surprise, right? But the latest research shows chronic stress at work can also leads to diabetes--and that--raises eyebrows. “Deadlines, they ask you... (Read more about Work Stress and Metabolic Syndrome)

Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There

Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There

A recent report by health provider BUPA has found that people's worries are damaging their health by causing sleepless nights, loss of sex drive, and erratic eating habits. The 2007 Worry Report demonstrates that almost one in five people... (Read more about Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There)

Worst Allergy Season Ever!

Worst Allergy Season Ever!

You know, every year at this time, we talk about pollen counts and every year they always sound high. And it seems almost every year we’re saying this year is a bad allergy year. But this year really is a horrible year for allergies. In... (Read more about Worst Allergy Season Ever!)

YOGA AND MS

YOGA AND MS

When Beth Adamusik was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 10 years ago, she felt like she had been given a death sentence. “I was devastated, I used to cry constantly, I was a mess, I thought my life would be over,” says Beth. (Read more about YOGA AND MS)

YOUNG SMOKERS

YOUNG SMOKERS

Most people would npt consider a 35 year old a likely candidate for serious heart trouble, even if she is a young smoker. But new research shows that young smokers between 35 and 39 are at a significantly higher risk of heart attacks than their... (Read more about YOUNG SMOKERS)

Yoga Is a Possible Treatment For Depression

Yoga Is a Possible Treatment For Depression

Yoga may offer solutions for depression, anxiety and epilepsy. Reports from the World Health Organization and elsewhere estimate that mental illness comprises fifteen percent of the global disease burden. Depression and anxiety disorders... (Read more about Yoga Is a Possible Treatment For Depression)

healthwrap_video games

healthwrap_video games

New research out of the University of Rochester shows video games that contain high levels of action can actually improve your vision. People who played action video games for a few hours a day over the course of a month improved by about 20... (Read more about healthwrap_video games)

holiday headaches

holiday headaches

But that’s where the question lies: at what point does one really get life-protecting benefit from exercise--beyond the benefits of a better figure? (Read more about holiday headaches)

Manhattan WeightLoss

 Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery

Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery

Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
NYC, NY 10032
Call 888-857-1803

Are you tired of being obese? Have you tried exercise and diets, but nothing seems to work? Don't feel bad, many people today suffer from obesity. Often times, losing weight is impossible using traditional methods (diet and exercise). The reason is many people are genetically predisposed to obesity. Get the help you need from Dr. Marc Bessler, MD and the Columbia University Center of Obesity Surgery. Dr. Bessler has been the director of Columbia University Center of Obesity Surgery for over 10 years and specializes in many weight loss surgeries.

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Carpal Tunnel White Plains, NY

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Joint Effort Chiropractic
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

Is Carpal Tunnel causing you unnecessary pain and discomfort? Carpal tunnel is common condition, and will affect 10% of Americans in their lifetimes. If the pain in your hands and wrist is making everyday tasks difficult its time to get effective treatment. Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC of Joint Chiropractic treats carpal tunnel without the need of drug therapies or risky surgery. If you're in the White Plains, NY area, relief is only a phone call away.

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Spinal Stenosis Manhattan, NYC

Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

Dr. Howard Goodman, DC

Herniated Disc Center
15 Park Avenue (Btw 34-35th St)
Manhattan, NY 10016
Call (888) 292-7798

Do you feel a pain in your spinal area? Has the pain spread to your lower back, legs and/or upper back? If so, you might be suffering from Spinal Stenosis. Therefore, you should consider visiting Dr. Howard Goodman, DC, in Manhattan, NYC. He offers spinal decompression therapy to treat spinal stenosis or other back pain problems.

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Herniated Disc White Plains, New York

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

Herniated Discs can vary in their level of pain and loss of functionality depending on many factors, including location, size, and severity. Turn to a doctor with the education and experience to treat a wide range of Herniated Disc problems at Westchester Spinal Decompression Center in White Plains, New York. Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC, MS, is an expert in the field of chiropractic care and natural healing and will work with you to build that treatment plan that best suits your individual needs.

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Spinal Decompression Massapequa, New York

Dr. Scott Siegel

Dr. Scott Siegel

Dr. Scott Siegel, DC
1350 Hicksville Rd
Massapequa, NY 11758
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Your back has been screaming with pain for a while now, and nothing that doctors have done has offered any real hope. Surgery is a particularly appealing option and the prospect of taking pain medication for the rest of your life to numb the pain is out of the question. What can you do? In Massapequa, New York, Dr. Scott Siegel, DC can offer a non-surgical solution called spinal decompression to fix your back.

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Back Pain Rosedale, Westchester NY

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

Back Pain affects millions of people every year, but don't let it stop you from living your life. At the Westchester Spinal Decompression Center located in Rosedale, Westchester, NY, Dr. Jonathan Donath, DC treats his patients using advanced and effective techniques.

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Locate a Chiropractor Naples, Florida

Dr. Matt Bergtold

Dr. Matt Bergtold

Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center
689 Tamiami Trail N. Suite D
Naples, FL 34102
Call (888) 245-3215

Chiropractors diagnose and treat patients whose health problems are related to the body's muscular, nervous, and skeletal systems, particularly the spine. One focus for Chiropractors is to adjust spinal or vertebral dysfunction. If you need an experienced and board-certified Chiropractor, Dr. Matt Bergtold, DC of Naples, Florida should be your first option. He offers multiple treatments to thoroughly and effectively treat your problems. His extensive experience is with the most cutting edge techniques- he promises the most refined and individualized care available.

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Low Back Pain White Plains, New York

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

The cause of low back pain can be difficult to diagnose, but it can still keep you from the activities you love and interrupt your daily life. Even if your pain is little more than a nuisance today, it can develop into a serious disorder tomorrow. Fortunately the Westchester Spinal Decompression Center in White Plains, New York can give you a real solution. Dr. Jonathan Donath is an expert at treating problems of the lower spine. He will have you back in peak condition in no time.

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DRX9000 Westcheter

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

Heard of the DRX9000? There's a new alternative in Spinal Decompression, with DTS spinal decompression. At the Westchester Spinal Decompression Center they offer spinal decompression therapy as the non-surgical alternative for a range of spinal conditions. Get spinal decompression treatment and get back to living the way you used to.

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Herniated Disc/ Bulging Disc NYC

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
Manhattan, NY 10012
Call (888) 435-7155

Have a herniated disc, and are looking for a doctor in New York City? Dr. Steven Shoshany and his team of professionals at NY Integrative Medical and Rehab, in Manhattan, NYC can help treat those ailments with spinal decompression. Dr. Shoshany and his therapists specialize in non-surgical treatment options, caring for the patient holistically, rather than simply focusing on the symptoms. New York Integrative Medical and Rehab is conveniently located in Manhattan, NYC.

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Cold Laser Therapy/ Low Level Laser Therapy NYC

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York City, NY 10012
Call (888) 435-7155

Are you experiencing muscle stiffness or joint aches? Dr. Steven Shoshany and his team of professionals at New York Integrative Medical and Rehab can help relieve those ailments with Cold Laser Therapy. Dr. Shoshany and his therapists specialize in non-surgical treatment options, caring for the person, rather than simply focusing on the symptoms.

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San Diego Spinal Decompression

 South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center

South Coast Spine Center
180 Otay Lakes Road, Suite 200
San Diego, CA 91902
Call 619-342-1270

Are you trying to find ways to stop the pain in your back from continuing in the San Diego area? Do you feel like the pain will never end? There is hope for long time sufferers, and it comes in the form of spinal decompression. Dr. Bruce Bell at South Coast Spine Center offers this therapy which is painless, non-invasive and non-surgical.

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Back Pain Naples, Florida

Dr. Matt Bergtold

Dr. Matt Bergtold

Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center
689 Tamiami Trail N. Suite D
Naples, FL 34102
Call (888) 245-3215

Are you searching for an efficient group to give you back pain therapy that is successful in the end? If so, Dr. Matt Bergtold of Olde Naples Chiropractic Health Center in Naples, Florida offers quality treatment. They are chiropractors and do not offer spinal decompression, but they will help you just as well as a facility that does offer this treatment.

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Sports Medicine Doctor Manhattan

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Dr. Steven Shoshany

Living Well Medical
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
NYC, New York 10012
Call (888) 435-7155

If you've been hurt in an accident or suffer from a sports injury, the professionals at Living Well Medical in Manhattan, NYC can help you resume activities. The physicians at Living Well understand the specific concerns of sports patients and their desire to get back in the game. Living Well therapists take a holistic approach to sports medicine and physical therapy, combining psychiatry with osteopathic medicine, and treating the patient as an individual.

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Joint Pain Richmond, Virginia

Dr. Michael Mulvaney, DC

Dr. Michael Mulvaney, DC

Spinal Correction Center of Richmond
8536 Patterson Ave.
Richmond, Virginia 23229
Call 888-804-5326

Has aching joint pain prevented you from working around the house or at your job in the Richmond, Virginia area? Pain of any sort can be devastating for people who live active lives and people who live normal lives alike. Back pain, neck pain, knee pain, wrist pain, hip pain and on and on, they all effect our daily lives and our general sense of our health. Dr. Michael Mulvaney of the Spinal Correction Center of Richmond regularly treats patients who are experiencing severe pain with chiropractic and spinal decompression.

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Back Pain NYC

Dr. Alan Siegel, DC

Dr. Alan Siegel, DC

Spine and Body
51 East 42nd Street, Suite 402
New York, NY 10017
Call 212-697-3500

Does back pain or sciatica interfere with your daily activities? With so many things to be seeing and doing in the Big Apple, it doesn't make sense to be limited by back pain. Doctors at ExtenTrac Certified Practice have the goal of returning patients to an active lifestyle, and provide preventative care. ExtenTrac Certified Practices hold a prime Manhattan location of right next to Grand Central Terminal. Not only do receive the medical attention of talented doctors, but you are able to enjoy a great location.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome New York City

 Christopher Trahan OMD., LAc

Christopher Trahan OMD., LAc

Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine
54 West 21st Street (near 6th Ave)Suite 910
NYC, NY 10010
Call (888)-530-0611

Are you tired of feeling limited due to your carpal tunnel syndrome? Do you live in or near New York City? Dr. Trahan O.M.D., L.Ac. runs the Olympus Center for Holistic and Integrative Medicine in NYC, and has helped many patients who suffered with carpal tunnel syndrome.

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ExtenTrac Manhattan, NY

Dr. Alan Siegel, DC

Dr. Alan Siegel, DC

Spine and Body
51 East 42nd Street, Suite 402
New York, NY 10017
Call 212-697-3500

Pain rips through your body during even the most normal activities, shattering your ability to get through the day. You want the pain to end, but the idea of having a surgeon cutting into your back makes you scared and nervous. There are other choices that you can explore at an ExtenTrac Certified Practice in Manhattan, NY where highly trained professionals can administer the ExtenTrac machine to treat your spinal problems.

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Herniated Disc Westchester

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Dr. Jonathan Donath

Westchester Spinal Decompression Center
1241 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
Call 914-908-5562

Is a herniated disc not allowing you to lead an active life? Get the appropriate treatment for your herniated disc and be relieved of your back pain. At the Westchester Spinal Decompression Center they can offer you effective chiropractic and spinal decompression care.

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Chronic Hip, Back, Shoulder Pain in Reno, Nevada

Dr. Frank Shallenberger

Dr. Frank Shallenberger

Nevada Center for Alternative & Anti-Aging Medicine
1231 Country Club Drive
Carson City, NV 89703
Call 888-729-1761

Living with chronic hip, back or Shoulder pain can be tough. This is why Frank Dr. Shallenberger, M.D., H.M.D., A.B.A.A.M is there to help you at the Nevada Center for Alternative & Anti-Aging Medicine in Reno, Nevada. If you are living in or around Reno, Nevada, and you want to stop the pain, Dr. Shallenberger can help.

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