Adam’s Journal Not long ago, I read an article suggesting that physicians were moving away from the body mass index as a medical screening tool. But when I went for a physical last month, my BMI was printed right at the top of the summary I received at the end of my visit. Is my […]
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Bodywork: Can platelet therapy help sports injuries and other ailments?
Adam’s Journal Almost six months ago, I suffered a hamstring injury while running. It is no exaggeration to say that (caution, Dad joke ahead) it’s been hamstringing me ever since. I’ve tried rest, cross-training, stretching and rehab exercises, but nothing has seemed to work. A friend recently suggested a platelet-rich plasma injection. What do you […]
Bodywork: AirPods as hearing aids? Really?
Adam’s Journal I saw a headline that the Food and Drug Administration has approved Apple AirPods as hearing aids. Seriously? Is this some sort of marketing ploy by Apple? Dr. Scofield Prescribes Your eyes did not deceive you. And while I understand your skepticism, this has the potential to be a major benefit for many […]
Bodywork: The Best Time for a Flu Shot
Adam’s Journal ‘Tis the season – for pharmacies to advertise flu shots. Pretty much every drugstore I pass seems to be encouraging folks to come in and get their annual flu shots. Is now the right time to get vaccinated? Dr. Scofield Prescribes In life, getting a jump start on things is often a good […]
Bodywork: Do antacids prevent altitude sickness?
Adam’s Journal During a hiking trip, a friend relayed a piece of advice she’d received: To prevent altitude sickness, take an antacid. Now, when she and her husband head to the mountains, they chew on Tums. Is there any merit to this approach? Dr. Scofield Prescribes Hmm. This was a new one for me. But […]
Bodywork: Should you worry about a post-operative fever?
Adam’s Journal My son just had his tonsils out. In the days after his surgery, he’s been running a low-grade fever. His doctor told him not to be concerned, so long as his temperature stays around 100 degrees and doesn’t linger too long. Still, as a parent, I can’t help but worry. Couldn’t he have […]
