Here are the differences, in a nutshell, between two common diagnostic tests used to identify disorders that involve the muscles and nerves: electromyography and nerve conduction studies. Electromyography (EMG) Electromyography records the electrical activity of muscles when at rest or when contracted to determine muscle health. During an electromyography, a pin with a tiny electrode is inserted into the muscle to be tested. The pin is connected to a special recording device. You will be ... [Read More]
Internal Medicine
Why Do Spider Veins Happen?
Spider veins are aptly named: The delicate "spidery" lines that spread web-like across your skin are usually red or bluish in color, and usually on your legs. Apart from being a cosmetic concern, spider veins can be a precursor to larger varicose veins. Spider veins are common in certain people, but you might wonder who's more likely to get them, and why they occur in the first place. How Spider Veins Develop Spider veins are really small varicose veins, and they usually occur when blood ... [Read More]
Venous Insufficiency: What It Is, How It’s Treated
Veins have an important job to do. They are responsible for moving blood, of course, but they move it in a specific direction. Veins carry oxygen-poor blood from the body’s extremities and other tissue back to the heart. From there, the blood heads to the lungs where it becomes oxygenated once again, before rejoining the circulatory system and being carried throughout the body via the arteries. Venous insufficiency occurs when blood isn’t being properly pushed back to the heart and, due to ... [Read More]
The Different Types Of Juvéderm: Which Is Best For You?
From the starlets of the silver screen to your neighbor next door, many people are obtaining the youthful look of their dreams courtesy of dermal fillers. Whether you want to erase those dreaded under-eye circles you’ve developed from too many nights burning the midnight oil, or you’re just tired of laughing off those unwanted smile lines, there’s a solution – and it’s simpler than you may have realized. Facial fillers work wonders, offering a variety of solutions for aesthetic ... [Read More]
What to Do if You’ve Been Diagnosed With Diabetes
Getting diagnosed with a disease is never easy, but it is the first step in controlling your condition and living a longer, healthier life. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with diabetes, don’t be afraid. Diabetes can be controlled if you live a fairly healthy lifestyle and follow your doctor’s recommendations. There are several things you can do to take control of your health after your diagnosis. Below are some of the major factors that can help you control your diabetes and live an ... [Read More]