Need a primary care physician, orthopedic surgeon, gastroenterologist or cardiologist? What about a relaxing massage, nutrition consultation, laser skin treatment or physical therapy? Or a state-of-the-art fitness center where you can take yoga, swim or participate in a cycling class? Or have a prescription filled or grab a healthy lunch in between appointments? At one time you might have had [...]
Elaine Bryant had always considered herself to be relatively healthy. As the leader of Seniors in Motion, a Winston-Salem-area line dance troupe made up of women ages 64-77, Bryant stayed active, dancing weekly and exercising occasionally at local recreation centers. But she also knew her high blood pressure, coupled with a family history of diabetes, heart attack and high cholesterol, [...]
Q: I have severe arthritis, and my doctor is recommending that I have my left hip replaced to help alleviate my pain and get me more mobile. But I’m scared about the prospect of a large incision and long recovery. Are there any other options? A: Yes! Forsyth Medical Center has a new procedure for hip replacement that allows surgeons to [...]