Learn how this Houston woman is running marathons after a knee replacement
Caryn Honig loves to run. So much so, she is close to having completed nearly 50 marathons. Honig needed a knee replacement and the doctors she spoke with all said it would mean the end of running. Determined to find a doctor who could help. Honigโs research led her to Dr. Richard Berger, an orthopedic surgeon based in Chicago. โHe pinky promised me that I would run again,โ she said.
A Heart-Healthy Head Start for Your Kids
We can all agree that no hearts are more important on Valentine's Day than our kiddos! Houston Life's Melanie Camp paid a visit to Children's Memorial Hermann Pediatrics in Katy to chat with pediatrician, Dr. Krystal Batchelor, about some of the healthy habits you can teach your children early on, to set up healthy lives in the long run.
These Three Tips for a Healthy 2024 are so Easy to Follow!
Houston Lifeโs Melanie Camp sat down with Dr. Carlos Dostal, who is a doctor an assistant professor of internal medicine at UTMB, to learn a few ways to have a healthy new year.Watch the video above for tips on easing into the recommended 30 minutes of exercise five days a week and what diets are best for increasing longevity.
Holidays and Heartburn: Knowing When Your Digestive Discomfort is a Sign of Something More Serious
Almost everyone gets heartburn once in a while, and itโs especially common around the holidays since overeating rich foods and drinking alcohol can all trigger the condition. However, those with frequent symptoms should get checked to prevent more serious problems.
How a 76-Year-Old Woman from Huntsville Turned Off Her Leg Pain and got Back to Hiking
If you are in pain, the team at AK Pain & Spine Center want get you through their doors. They are on a mission to turn off pain and help patients get their quality of life back. For Doris Gribble, this made all the difference. Learn how the team at AK Pain & Spine Center helped Doris get back to enjoying life again.
Your Spine is a Complex Structure are You Caring for it the Right Way?
Your spine is a complex structure, but are you caring for it the right way? October is Spine Health Awareness Month. To get some advice on how to best look after your spine, Houston Life's Melanie Camp spoke with Dr. Geoffrey Zubay who is a board certified neurosurgeon and the director of surgical operations for Memorial Hermann Mischer Associates.
A Doctor Moved to Tears and a Patient Finds Relief from Pain
Dr. Ankur Khosla is moved to tears thinking about how Timothy Mockapertrisโ life might be if the Houston local had continued living as he had been. Like many who find their way to AK Pain & Spine Center, Timothy was struggling to continued working in the job he loved because of chronic back and leg pain. He needed pain meds just to make it through the day. When a new treatment became available, Dr. Khosla thought it might be just the thing to help turn off Timothyโs pain and keep him working.
Army Veteran Michael Tovar Injured his Back While Serving in the Military this Treatment Helped Him Find Relief
After injuring his back while serving in the military, Army Veteran Michael Tovar battled near debilitating pain. Then, with thanks to the team at AK Pain & Spine, he discovered a treatment that helped him get his life back.
Tired, Sore, and Swollen Legs? You Could have Vein Disease. Learn About How One Houston Woman Found Relief
Norma Lindquist thought the pain she felt in her legs after a day at work was a sign of getting old. However, after a visit to Reincke Vein Center in Sugar Land she learned her discomfort was caused by vein disease and there was a treatment that could provide relief.
Tips from a Therapist on Navigating the Road Ahead Now that Graduation Season is Over
As graduation season comes to an end, it is the beginning of a whole new adventure for the class of 2023 as they head out into the world and while it is a really exciting time, it can also be a little daunting. With big life changes like this, some anxiety that can come along with it. Rashard Skinner, Executive Director and therapist at Sapphire Therapy shared advice on how to navigate the road ahead for you and your kids.
Using Technology to Detect Disease Early and Help You Live a Longer, Healthier Life
One of the best things you can do for yourself and your loved ones is take a proactive stance with your health.Even if you feel okay, it is worth taking a closer look at what is going on inside your body and while this may sound very โfuture science,โ there is actually technology that can help you do this and it is completely pain free.Houston Lifeโs Melanie Camp went to Advanced Body Scan in Bellaire to chat with company founder, Steve Marler, to find out more.