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This segment works on increasing flexibility of the quadriceps, hip flexors and the groin musculature that is especially important with those that have hip and low back issues.
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This video shows the proper way to perform running drills and other hip opening drills which are important in all athletics.
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Ear, Nose and Throat Physician D’Antoni “Tony” Dennis, MD, has joined North Oaks Physician Group effective Monday, Aug. 12. Appointments for new patients of all ages are being scheduled with Dr. Dennis at North Oaks ENT & Allergy Clinic in Hammond and North Oaks Multispecialty Group in Livingston. Dr. Dennis and his colleagues, Drs. Jeffrey LaCour and Jacques Peltier, are ...
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North Oaks Health System President/CEO James E. Cathey Jr. has selected Occupational Therapist Amanda to receive the Extraordinary Story Award for a recent act of compassion. A patient was transferred from another hospital to North Oaks Medical Center without personal belongings. When Molina became aware of the situation, she spent her own money to buy the patient clothing and shoes to go home in ...
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Campers attending Camp Victory learned how making good food choices helps to manage their diabetes when the North Oaks Dietetic Internship Class of 2013-2014 volunteered at the camp July 21-27. The camp, specifically for children with diabetes, is held annually in Leesville, La. and is cosponsored by the American Diabetes Association and Louisiana Lions Club. Dietetic Interns, who served as camp ...
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A ceremony recognizing the forty-fourth graduating class of the North Oaks School of Radiologic Technology was held on July 11 in the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center on the North Oaks Medical Center campus in Hammond. Twelve students completed the 2-year program, including: Jaime’ C. Badeau, Ponchatoula; Jessica Frances Blanchard, Holden; Laura Elizabeth Bordelon, Mandeville; Bryan ...
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Walking through the supermarket aisles, you may have noticed an increasing number of products labeled “gluten-free.” What is gluten and why would you want to cut it out of your diet? “Gluten is a protein found in cereal grains, especially wheat, that gives dough its elastic texture. People with intolerances to gluten can develop headaches, tingling, fatigue, muscle pain, skin ...
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For as long as I can remember, I dealt with the symptoms of gluten intolerance. The signs were all there: lack of energy, mental fogginess, acne, headaches and unrelenting gut issues. I didn’t feel great and couldn’t figure out why. I wrote off some of my problems to hormonal changes and others to life stresses. When it came to the stomach problems, I was embarrassed to talk to my ...
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Whether you were born with diabetes or recently diagnosed, the North Oaks Diabetes Education program can help you manage your disease and change your life. Your physician can refer you to the program, and many insurance plans (including Medicare) help cover the cost of diabetes education. For individual policy coverage, contact your insurance carrier. To enroll, call North Oaks Scheduling at (985) ...
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Jeffrey B. LaCour, MD of North Oaks ENT & Allergy Clinic shares information about Balloon Sinuplasty™ on Tangi 96.5 FM with host Johnny Chauvin on July 2, 2013. He also invited listeners to his free informative seminar on the minimally invasive procedure that treats chronic sinusitis. The seminar will be Thursday, July 25 at 6 p.m. in the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center on the North ...
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With amazing 3D/4D ultrasound imagery, Magnolia OB/GYN reveals your growing baby’s: gender facial features movements position in the womb. Family and friends are welcomed to attend your ultrasound visit! Please call (985) 230-7650 to schedule your appointment today. Gift Certificates Now Available! 3D/4D Premium Ultrasound Experience*: $125 This package includes printed photos, a CD, a photo ...
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Summertime means fun-time and often involves water sports. Swimming, water skiing, water park visits, and just playing in the water can be fun. But water in your ears can cause infection, and that’s not fun. To help prevent infections, it is important to protect your ears while in the water. Our audiologists help make it easy with swim molds that can be made in 1 day. Just about any color ...
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 3,500 drownings occur each year in the U.S. Stay safe and swim smart this summer! Always swim with a partner. Even good swimmers may become tired or get muscle cramps. When swimming in an ocean, don’t panic if you find yourself in a current. Swim with the current, gradually trying to make your way back to shore. Use a life ...
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Although the day marked the end of formal instruction for the North Oaks Health System Dietetic Internship Program’s 20th graduating class, it is just the beginning of the students’ learning experience, they were told during a ceremony on Thursday, June 6 at the E. Brent Dufreche Conference Center. The graduates are Kristin Fiorello, Mandeville; Cory Dwayne LeDoux, Eunice; Theresa ...
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For a rising number of adults, advanced scoliosis—commonly known as a curvature or rotation of the spine—is limiting their activity and causing pain, difficulty breathing and even embarrassment. But Orthopaedic Surgeon Matthew C. Lafleur, MD, of North Oaks Orthopaedic Specialty Center shares that there is good news for many of the 6 million Americans who have spine conditions like ...
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On June 4, North Oaks officials oriented 38 teens selected to participate in the health system's Junior Volunteer summer program. “Our program offers teens, ages 14-17, a unique opportunity for community service and career exploration in an environment of commitment and responsibility,” explains North Oaks Volunteer Coordinator Malissa Gonzalez. The program runs from June 10 to ...
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Our bodies are about two-thirds water. When someone gets dehydrated, it means that the amount of water in their body has dropped below what is needed for the body to work well. Drinking enough water is important during Louisiana’s hot summers. You may not be drinking enough if your mouth is dry, you have low or no urine output, sunken eyes, headaches and low energy. To prevent dehydration: ...
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The use of the Internet, cell phones, video games and other technology to intentionally hurt another person is called “cyberbullying”. Here are some tips to prevent cyberbullying: Refuse to pass along cyberbullying messages Tell friends to stop cyberbullying Block communication with cyberbullies Report cyberbullying to a trusted adult Remember that the Internet is accessed by millions ...
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We need to protect our skin from the sun year-round, but it’s especially important during summer between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Use sunscreen with a Sun Protective Factor (SPF) of 15 or higher that offers UVA and UVB protection from the sun's harmful rays. Reapply sunscreen if you stay out in the sun for more than 2 hours and after you swim or do things that make you sweat. Wear a hat with a ...
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North Oaks Dietetic Interns Ellen Smith and Claire Toups share summer food safety tips on KSLU 90.9 FM's "Point of View" on May 16, 2013. Listen here
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What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become thinner and more likely to break. It is common in older women, but young people and men may develop osteoporosis, too. Risk Factors Age: 65 and older Menopause Small, thin-bones Family history of osteoporosis Calcium and vitamin D deficiency Sedentary lifestyle Smoking Excessive alcohol use Extensive use of bone-thinning ...
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Operation Joint Camp at North Oaks Medical Center is helping patients plan for a speedy recovery from joint replacement surgery. The program is designed to fully prepare patients for surgery and recovery by working closely with medical professionals to learn what to expect before, during and after joint replacement. An exclusive facility tour familiarizes patients and their loved ones with the ...
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We use our hands every day without any thought... to write, drive, work and care for our families. Our hands can, however, become a source of discomfort when tingling, numbness, or even pain, make these simple tasks difficult. These can be signs of carpal tunnel syndrome, one of the most common hand injuries. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the carpal tunnel is a narrow ...
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With spring sports in full swing and summer practices right around the corner, let the North Oaks Sports Medicine Program help prepare your athlete to stay in the game! Student-athletes have special health care and educational needs. Caring for their growing bodies and knowing how to participate safely in sports is essential for optimum performance. The North Oaks Sports Medicine program has been ...
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It is estimated that back and neck pain affects 80 percent of the population at some point in their lives. But there’s hope for back pain sufferers— non–surgical remedies can help even those with long–standing, chronic problems, and they’re available at North Oaks. “I’ve suffered from back and neck pain most of my adult life, and figured it was part of the ...
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