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Health & Wellness Directory

Park & Sweet Grass Counties Health & Wellness Directory Page 3

Index of Advertisers and SpecialistsHospitals & Clinics

Billings Clinic 20Community Health Partners 23Livingston HealthCare 2 & 19Pioneer Medical Center, Big Timber 9Rocky Mountain Vein Clinic 25

Assisted Living,Nursing Homes

Caslen Living Center 6Diamond K Assisted Living 3Frontier Assisted Living 18Livingston Health and Rehab 13

Psychotherapy

Larry Jones 24

Hearing Devices/TestingBear Hearing Solutions Back PageHearing Aid Institute, Bozeman 15Helton Hearing, Bozeman 11

Physical Therapy, MassageCloud 9 Massage 13Williams Therapeutic Massage 17Yellowstone Physical Therapy 24

Senior Services Park County Senior Center 26

ChiropractorsHealth Source 21Dr. David Thiry 20

Women's HealthBridgerCare 16Sweet Grass Right to Life 8

InsuranceQuesenberry Insurance Agency 22State Farm Insurance Agents 10

Children's AdvocatesC.A.S.A. 12Youth Dynamics 20

Health FoodsTown & Country Foods 14

Orthopedic/Sports Medicine

Bridger Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, Bozeman 7

PharmaciesWestern Drug 5

Pediatric CareAcorn Pediatrics 20

Mood Enhancing BeveragesRX Coffee 13

(BPT) - Were you born from 1945 through 1965? If so, you're part of the unique generation known as the baby boomers. Here are interesting facts about baby boomers in America. One of them could save your life.

1. Baby boomers are one of the largest generations in U.S. history. The baby boomer generation, made up of a staggering 77 million Americans, is rivaled in size only by millennials - many of whom are the children of boom-ers. The millennial generation, born from 1980 through 1999, similarly includes approximately 77 million Ameri-cans.

2. Baby boomers support their children in and out of the nest. More than a third of baby boomers have chil-dren younger than 18 living in their homes, and research from the National Endowment for Financial Education shows that 60 percent of boomers also provide some form of financial support to their adult children.

3. Baby boomers are living longer than previous gener-ations. Compared to previous generations, baby boomers are living longer and they are also more likely to remain independent and stay in their own homes as they age

4. Many baby boomers are working longer. Boomers plan to continue working once they are eligible for retire-ment, despite having the option to stop. In fact, only 11 percent of baby boomers plan to stop working entirely once they reach retirement age, according to a survey by AARP.

5. Hepatitis C is a silent epidemic among baby boom-ers. People born from 1945 through 1965 are five times more likely to be infected with Hepa-titis C and account for more than three out of every four Americans living with the disease. That's why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that every-one born from 1945 to 1965 get a blood test for Hepatitis C.

Five facts about baby boomers


(BPT) — The term appears on headlines and is splashed on food labels everywhere — “super foods” get people talking. But what really is a super food, and how do you cut through confusion to find the foods that truly have a powerful impact on your health and wellness?

“What are super foods? They are foods that have a very high or dense nutrient profile,” says Sophie Uliano, New York Times best-selling author, passionate environmentalist and healthy living advocate

Some of the most powerful super foods may surprise you. Uliano’s list of top super foods that pack a big serving of healthy goodness include:

1. Goji berriesRecommended frequency: every

day.These little berries are a very rich

source of antioxidants: flavonoids, polyphenols and carotenoids. They also contain vitamins C, E and A.

They have a whopping amount of vitamin C — better than 500 times more than an orange. In addition,

these tasty berries contain 19 amino acids, including eight essential amino acids. They are also anti-inflammato-ry, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal.

2. SardinesRecommended frequency: one can

a week.If you’ve always avoided sardines,

their nutritional profile should change your mind. Sardines contain B vitamins, phosphorus, potassium and iron. They are particularly rich in the heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which are also important for their anti-inflammatory effects.

“Canned sardines are just as healthy and rich in nutrients as fresh sardines,” Uliano says.

3. KaleRecommended frequency: every

day.In addition to vitamin K, which is

important for blood-clotting and healthy bones, kale is packed with vitamins A, C and E, calcium and fiber. The veggie also contains loads of carotenoids, which are great for

eye health.“Different kinds of kale include

Curly Kale, Dino Kale, Premier Kale and Redbar Kale,” explains Uliano.

4. Coconut oilRecommended frequency: 1 to 3

tablespoons per day.Raw virgin coconut oil has a pleth-

ora of health benefits. It must, however, be raw, not

hydrogenated. The lauric acid in coconut oil has been found to increase metabolism as well as fight bacteria and viruses. Coconut oil also has been shown to help lower choles-terol, stimulate the thyroid and is good for the brain.

5. MacaRecommended frequency: every

day. “It is an adaptogen, which means

that it is a biological substance found in a plant, which helps the human body adapt to change and stress,“ says Uliano.

Perfect for vegans, maca is also a rich source of vitamin B12, minerals, protein and amino acids.


Top 5 super foods with a powerful health impact

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((BPT) - Larry Bowa may be known for his baseball prow-ess and fiery personality, but in June 2013, the two-time Golden Glove-winner was stopped in his tracks by a case of shingles, which he says caused him some of the worst pain of his life. Bowa said the pain he felt was so intense he could barely walk, originally leading him to think he had injured his back. But his MRI came back negative, and he received instead an unexpected diagnosis of shingles.

"I was a professional athlete for most of my life, and I'm still an active guy, so I was surprised to find that I devel-oped a disease this painful," said Bowa, 67.

Bowa learned that he was at risk for shingles simply because he had had chickenpox, which according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 98 per-cent of US adults has had.

Shingles is the common name for herpes zoster, a disease caused by reactivation of the varicella zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. This virus never leaves the body. Instead, it lies dormant in the nervous system, and at some point later in life, it can reactivate and erupt as shingles and as you get older your risk increases.

The first symptoms of shingles are often felt, but may not be seen, and may initially include itching, tingling or burn-ing in a specific area on one side of the face or body; for Bowa, it was the inside of his right leg. The pain is often fol-lowed by a rash in a band or strip along the affected area, and for Bowa, his rash persisted for three or four weeks,

but the pain lasted much longer.

"Before I had shingles, I didn't know anything about the disease, and I think this is the case for most people despite the fact almost everyone knows someone who has had it. That's why I want to share my personal sto-ry to raise public aware-ness about people's risk of disease and its severi-ty," Bowa said, who is partnering with a major drug company to help educate about shingles.

According to the CDC, one in three people will get shin-gles in their lifetime, and there are approximately one mil-lion cases of shingles each year in the United States. There's no way to predict if or when someone will get shin-gles, or how severe the case could be, so speaking with a healthcare provider to understand personal risk is impor-tant.

To learn more about shingles, talk to your doctor or phar-macist and visit shinglesinfo.com.

Former all-star short stop Larry Bowatells about his painful case of shingles


(BPT) - Most parents and grandpar-ents know that keeping medicine out of children's hands is important. But every minute a poison control center answers a call about a young child getting into medicine, and every eight minutes a child goes to the emergen-cy room for medicine poisoning. What's happening to drive these fre-quent and alarming situations?

These worrisome statistics come from a new report from Safe Kids Worldwide titled "Keeping Families Safe Around Medicine." While the numbers are concerning, they serve as a wake up call reminding people that nearly half a million children are getting into medicine even though

most parents and caregivers know that it should be kept up and away from kids.

Safe Kids Worldwide, a global non-profit dedicated to preventing child-hood injury, surveyed more than 1,000 grandparents who regularly super-vise their young grandchildren. About 28 percent of grandparents report keeping their medicine in easy-open containers or bottles without child-resistant caps. Among grandparents who use these, 42 percent keep pre-scription medicine on a bathroom or kitchen sink, counter, table or shelf - locations that children can easily reach.

The reality today is that roughly three out of four ER visits (77 per-cent) for medicine poisoning in young children result from kids getting into their parents' or grandparents' medi-cine. Adults need to be reminded that there are no exceptions for keeping medicine out of children's hands, even if that means storing the medicine in a place that might be less convenient.

Safe Kids Worldwide offers these

expert tips to keep kids safe around medicine:

1. Keep all medicine up and away when young children are around, even medicine you take every day.

2. Be alert to medicine stored in oth-er locations, like pills in purses, vita-mins on counters and medicine on night stands.

3. Even if you are tempted to keep it handy between doses, put medicine out of reach after every use.

4. Choose child-resistant caps for medicine bottles, if you're able to. If pill boxes or non-child resistant caps are the only option, it's even more important to store these containers up high and out of sight when caring for kids.

5. Program the nationwide Poison Help Number (1-800-222-1222) into your phones. Visit safekids.org for more tips on safe storage, safe dosing and safe disposal of medicine.

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(BPT) - School means big adjustments and big demands for everyone involved: shopping for supplies, shuttling here and there, studying - or overseeing the studying - special projects, and more. It's easy to forget nutrition in all the hustle and bustle.

Make a pact to embrace healthful eating, whether breakfast on the run, packed lunches or after-school snacks. In other words, plan now to fuel those little bodies with something better than potato chips and cookies and to nourish at regular intervals to avoid big dips in energy and focus.

The first step is to start the day off right. Eating breakfast helps the brain to function and has been shown to improve perfor-mance in school. In fact, children who eat breakfast score higher on cognitive tests than those who don't. With

a little forethought, you can stock your pantry with breakfast staples, and orchestrate a fresh and healthful

breakfast that is also tasty and quick.

One of the easiest options is to simply mix yogurt with grano-la and top with fruit for a balanced and nourishing boost to the morning.

Pump up the good stuff even more with a Yogurt Power Bowl. This breakfast-in-a-bowl combines Greek yogurt, blueberries, walnuts, chia seeds and flax seeds with a touch of cinnamon. The yogurt serves as a great source of pro-tein, the walnuts, flax and chia seeds offer healthy omega-3 fatty

acids, while the fresh blueberries offer a fresh flavor boost and contribute beneficial antioxidants.

Help your kids to make the grade with healthy breakfasts and snacks


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RightToLifeMontana.comTHE FACTS OF LIFE

Unique DNA exists from the moment of conception.

Abortion stops a beating heart. The heart begins tobeat at 3 weeks after conception.

The unborn baby has detectable brain waves by6 weeks after conception.

By 10 weeks of age, you can count her fingers andtoes. She responds to touch and can feel pain. Soonshe will begin to hiccup and suck her thumb.


(Bozeman) – Not many businesses can say they’ve been around for seven decades. But there is a hearing aid com-pany in Montana that has been caring for patients for 70 years. The secret to this longevity is no surprise. Put your cus-tomers first, as they have, and the business will continue to grow. One thing that is crucial is helping people understand what hearing aids can and cannot do. It is crucial for the patient to understand that hearing loss is much more complex than other sensory losses, like eyesight. Many people get hearing aids with the hope that their hearing ability will be completely restored, the way their eyesight would be if they were to get glasses. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Changes to the audi-tory system not only affect whether a sound can be heard, they also affect how well words can be understood and how well back-ground noise is filtered by the brain. During the hearing evaluation, the specialist collects in-formation about these three areas so you are presented with realistic expectations. It is very important to ap-proach your hearing aid experience knowing this, and knowing that you will not be able to hear exactly as you did before your hearing loss began. Keep in mind that if specific technology, such as noise reduction is recommended, there is probably a reason. If you choose to get a hearing aid without that technology you will need to adjust your expectations for success. The first day you receive your hearing aid or aids, you’ll hear things you haven’t heard in a long time; your own voice will sound loud, and the sound of your car blinker or refrigerator will be more noticeable to you. Your brain needs time to get used to all these “new” sounds, which may not be exactly as you remembered. The more you wear your hearing aids, the quicker your brain will get used to and start enjoying those sounds again. As your brain starts to adjust, the hearing aids may need to be adjusted as well. Plan for additional adjustments to your hearing aids over the first several months. These can mean the difference between using your hearing aids and abandoning them. “If you help enough people get what they want, you will get what you want.” That’s a quote from Zig Ziglar that the owner of the hearing aid company, Don VanDeRiet, ad-opted in his approach to running the business. The company presently operates in six different cities in two states and employs 25 people. The Bozeman office is located in the University Square Shopping Center. The original office was in Great Falls. The business was estab-lished in 1944. Three generations of the family have been involved in the successful operation of the company. It is still under family management. VanDeRiet’s daughter, Sandy Har-shaw-Irving, is the regional manager. The company is now part of All American Hearing.

Contributed by Tracy Pagila of The Hearing Aid Institute. For more information, call the Bozeman office at 585-4669.


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Thoughts on abortionAbortion refers to the deliberate act of removing a devel-

oping human from a woman’s womb. Spontaneous abortion, or miscarriage, is a separate case.

According to the Center For Disease Control, there are an estimated 1.4 million abortions performed annually in the United States. That translates to one abortion every 20 sec-onds. One-fifth of all pregnancies end with induced abor-tions. It has historically been acceptable medical practice to perform an abortion when to continue the pregnancy would jeopardize the life of the mother. This exception has been expanded to include every aspect of mental, emotion-al, physical, and spiritual health. The Supreme Court has approved elective abortion at every stage of pregnancy.

Whether people with anti-abortion beliefs should be able to claim conscientious objection and choose not to pay for abortions through public funding or insurance coverage has become a controversial topic. The “Obamacare” health insurance plan does not allow any “opt out” for those tax-payers who do not wish to pay for government-funded abor-tions, for example, those provided by Planned Parenthood.

It also contains the Health and Human Services mandate, which requires religious groups to fund insurance for employees and for church-affiliated medical facilities to refer for abortions, abortion-causing drugs and contracep-tion.

Continuing research has shown that abortion leads to an increased risk for breast cancer, as well as other medical risks.

— Compiled by Lianna Karlin, President, Right to Life of Montana

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(BPT) - If you’re feeling nervous about handing the car keys to your teenager for the first time, you’re not alone. It’s a common sentiment given some sobering statistics. According to teendriversource.org, 20 percent of all 16-year-old drivers will be involved in an accident dur-ing their first year behind the wheel. And studies show more teenage motor vehicle fatalities happen during the summer than any other time of year. But there are some things you can do to help keep your teenager from be-coming a statistic. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has some tips and tools to keep your teen safe. Though auto accidents are a fact of life for most driv-ers, even a minor fender bender can impact insurance rates, costing parents and teens for years to come. The good news is research shows teen drivers who follow rules are half as likely to get in an accident. Before your teen hits the road, consider establishing some simple guidelines to protect his or her safety and your wallet:

1. Set a driving curfew. More than 40 percent of teen auto deaths occur between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. Set a curfew to keep your teen off the road during these times.

2. Limit passengers. A teen’s relative risk of being involved in a fatal crash increases with each additional passenger. More passengers equal more potential dis-tractions.

3. Make the cell phone off limits while driving. Talking and texting can double the likelihood of an accident. If your teen must use the phone, instruct him or her to pull over before doing so and be sure to set a good example when you are behind the wheel.

4. Empower your teen to exercise his or her rights as a passenger. Only 44 percent of teens say they would speak up if someone were driving in a way that scared them. Remind your teens they are just as vulnerable in an ac-cident as the driver, so they should speak up if they feel unsafe.

5. Be Prepared. Arm your teens with the knowledge of what they should do if they do get into an accident. Mobile apps such as WreckCheck can help take the guesswork out of a tense situation, guiding users through a step-by-step process to create an accident report. WreckCheck uses your device’s location service, camera and audio recorder to document all pertinent information about the incident and provides tips on how to file and follow up on a claim.

A Teen Driver Contract is a simple way to keep your teen accountable. It establishes basic driving ground rules and clearly lays out the consequences associated with driving privileges. The NAIC has developed an online tool to guide parents through building a custom-ized Teen Driver Contract. There’s also a downloadable sample contract to help get you started.

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(BPT) - There’s the summer vacation you dream of: hap-py children playing games, parents relaxing, cheerful grandparents, smooth roads, short lines and easy-to-sched-ule outdoor sports and activities for the kids. And then there’s the reality, which more closely resembles “National Lampoon’s Vacation.”

The film follows the all-American Griswolds as they drive the family station wagon cross-country to visit the Walley World theme park. At one point, Clark Griswold (played by Chevy Chase) faces a mutiny by his “tween” children, who urge an immediate end to the vacation.

Tweens, or 10- to 14-year-old individuals “in between” childhood and adolescence, are notorious for mood swings. More than 20 million tweens live in the U.S., according to an estimate by the 2010 U.S. Census. As tweens begin puberty, they face many challenges, including middle school, social issues, homework, and the stress of having responsibilities. At this stage of development brain and body development changes also occur that they may not understand. These changes are very normal. All tweens have mood swings to a certain extent.

Changes in development during these years are present. There are other issues nowadays that tweens deal with that may not have been around when their parents were grow-ing up such as the pressure to achieve. Many parents are preparing their children in middle school, if not earlier, for academic success and admission into a top university or college. This can exacerbate the mood swings stemming from the pressure they are under to achieve, not to men-tion extra-curricular activities many tweens are engaged

in.At this age, tweens are discovering who they are and

where they fit into the world. They are beginning to social-ize with the opposite sex and are defining who they are through the clothes they wear and the music they listen to. They are building a self-image and comparing themselves to others their age. Tweens may be moody, pouting, even tantruming like when they were a toddler. Tweens will sulk and whine as well. Research has shown that this is how tweens communicate their anger, frustration and displea-sure with certain situations.

“At this stage, patience and understanding are impor-tant,” says Dr. Toby Spiegel, assistant professor of forensic psychology at Argosy University, Orange County. Confi-dence is the key for teens to deal with their emotions effec-tively. “Keep the lines of communication open. Empathize with their struggles and do not make light of them or laugh because it does not seem catastrophic to you. To a tween, everything is a life-shattering issue.

“Pay attention to your tween’s mood and recognize signs of depression. Watch for changes in grades, changes in friends, as well as eating and sleeping habits. Changes beyond moodiness can be signs of something else. If you feel your tween is beyond simple moodiness, consult a mental health professional such as a psychologist or speak with the school counselor,” adds Spiegel.

It’s also important to take the time to listen and respect what they are going through. Praise them, making sure that the praise is meaningful and descriptive. Help them build their self esteem.

‘Tween’ years: How to survive as a parent


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(BPT) - Many moms say back-to-school season rivals the holidays as the most stressful time of the year. The whirlwind spans from shopping for supplies to schedul-ing new fall activities.

Nancy Peplinsky, founder and executive director of the nonprofit Holistic Moms Network, offers some of her favorite ways to relax and stay calm. “There are some very simple and inexpensive things every busy mom can do in just a few minutes to reduce stress,” says the moth-er of two.

* Breathe deeply: Add a few drops of lavender essen-tial oil to a teaspoon of organic olive oil. Rub it into your temples, on the back of your neck (where many of us feel our stress), or on the soles of your feet. Cup your hands in front of your face and breathe deeply for 30 seconds to inhale the scent and grab a little calm.

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BOZEMAN — The latest available statistics show that over 10 percent of the U.S. population reports dif-ficulty hearing. That’s over 31 million people. And as the Baby Boomer generation continues to age, that number promises to increase dramatically.

Are you one of those millions of people who does not hear as well as they once did? If so, you are certainly not alone. Consider these statistics reported by Sergei Koch-kin, Ph.D., Executive Director of the Better Hearing Institute :

• 3 in 10 people over age 60 have hearing loss• 1 in 6 baby boomers (ages 41-59), or 14.6 percent,

have a hearing problem• 1 in 14 Generation Xers (ages 29-40), or 7.4 percent,

already have hearing loss• At least 1.4 million children (18 or younger) have

hearing problems• It is estimated that 3 in 1,000 infants are born with

serious to profound hearing lossIn addition, studies have linked untreated hearing loss

to emotional, physical, mental, psychological and even economic disadvantages. And, to make matters even worse, there are many myths about hearing loss that pre-vent those with hearing loss from doing anything about it.

Causes of hearing lossOne of the most common myths about hearing loss is

that only “old people” suffer from it. In fact, the reverse is true. The majority (65 percent) of people with hearing loss are younger than 65 and six million people in the U.S.

between 18 and 44 suffer from hearing loss (Better Hear-ing Institute website).

The truth is that there are several causes of hearing loss with exposure to noise ranking high among the rea-sons. The primary causes of hearing loss are:

• Exposure to noise• Family history of hearing loss• Medicine• Aging process• Disease• Head injury

Types of hearing lossNot all hearing loss can be corrected through the use of

hearing instruments or alternative listening devices. The type of hearing loss determines the specific treatment required.

There are four types of hearing loss:• Conductive: This could be caused by something as

simple as earwax buildup• Sensorineural: This is caused when tiny hairs in the

cochlea are missing or damaged• Mixed: This is a combination of conductive and senso-

rineural hearing loss• Central: Strokes and central nerve diseases are often

the cause of this type of hearing loss

— Compiled by Dr. Will Helton, Au.D., FAAA, CCC-ABoard Certified in Audiology

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Bozeman — Here are answers to frequently asked questions about vericose veins:

Who gets varicose veins and why?Up to 25 percent of americans suffer from varicose

veins, men and women alike. By 2025, montana and Wyoming’s population of those 65-years-old and older will be second in the nation only to Florida. Because varicose veins affect half of people 50-years-old and older, this means the incidents of vein disease will increase dramatically.

Because of the pressure put on the veins in the lower body due to standing and walking, varicose veins typically appear in the legs, ankles, and feet. aging and the loss of elasticity, as well as life changes like pregnancy can cause varicose veins. Individuals who are over-weight or sit for extended peri-ods are also more likely to develop varicose veins. a fami-ly history of varicose veins can also indicate that an individual is likelier to get them.

What types of occupations lead to varicose veins?Varicose veins are more likely to develop in jobs

where workers are required to either sit or stand for extended periods of times. Long distance truck drivers, computer programmers, office workers, and other posi-tions which require a great deal of sitting can lead to the development of varicose veins. on the opposite end of the spectrum, positions that require a great deal of standing, like teachers, nurses and chefs can also cause varicose veins to develop.

Who Should Consider Treatment?Individuals who suffer from symptoms of varicose

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Cramping - aching/Throbbing

Restless - Tired

Itching/Burning

Fatigue - Swelling

These symptoms will continue to worsen if not treat-ed. The earlier vein disease is recognized and treated, the better the treatment results and long-term manage-ment of the disease will be.

Why Should I Seek Treatment Sooner, Rather Than Later?

With over 40 million suffering from vein disease, ear-ly diagnosis, treatment, and management are critical for best results. Varicose veins reflect a serious health issue and not just a cosmetic concern. early detection and treatment is critical. Vein disease that is not treat-ed early can lead to more serious complications like inflammation (phlebitis), blood clots, tissue loss, bleed-ing, external sores, eczema, and ulcers. Procedures are covered by insurance and early treatment ensures bet-ter long-term management of the disease.

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Medical massage in Park CountyLIVINGSTON - Most people don't

know that if they are injured in an automobile accident, massage thera-py could be covered by their insurance company. Most people go directly to a chiropractor or a physician to receive med-ical care for a personal injury due to an accident.

In the event the chiro-practor or the physician does not suggest massage therapy for recovery from soft tissue injuries (such as whiplash, low back pain, sciatica, fro-zen shoulder) the patient can ask for a prescription for massage therapy from a doctor, specifically medical massage treatment that will repair their injury.

Medical massage therapy in the U.S. is now more effective for treat-ing medical muscular conditions. Medical massage uses a variety of proven techniques that correct mus-cular dysfunction. Studies have

shown that 60 percent of massages performed have been to treat muscu-lar pain.

What is the difference between regular massage and medical mas-sage? Regular massage maintains health while medical massage repairs soft tissue.

For example, we maintain our cars to keep them running. We repair them when parts break. Regular massage keeps the body "running"

while medical massage repairs soft tissue injuries so they can start "run-ning" well again.

During a medical massage you may participate in some movements that would retrain an injured muscle. Treatment begins with two to three sessions per week to heal the tissue. You are asked questions during the massage session and the therapist will want your feedback. At each session, the therapist will keep thor-ough records of what is done and report progress to the prescribing physician.

Medical massage must be physician directed with a

prescription if billed to insurance. Medical massage is science based. Certification in this work proves the therapist has an in depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical conditions and their pathologies and treatment options.

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LIVINGSTON — An aching back, neck, shoulder or wrist can really ruin your day. It’s no fun when you’re not able to do the things you want to do - like playing with the kids, golf-ing, gardening, or even taking a walk or a bike ride.

Many patients have until now expe-rienced the same recurring pain problems. As health care profession-als, we who offer chiropractic care were looking for a treatment which would provide long-lasting pain relief for our patients. Many of them experienced the same pain cycle over and over again.

The gold standard for pain relief is now the incorporation of Progressive Rehab with chiropractic care. This method utilizes high tech therapy. We are very pleased with the long term results our patients experience with this progressive care.

Typically, a chiropractic office pro-vides only chiropractic care while a physical therapy office specializes purely in physical therapy. Our treat-ment correlated the two through the

addition of Progressive Rehab for goal oriented long term results.

We now use a gentle chiropractic approach along with massage thera-py, Progressive Rehab, and cold laser treatments to get significant long term results by cor-recting the pain source. With the prob-lem stabilized, the pain doesn’t keep coming back.

Our system of Pro-gressive Rehab offers the latest techniques in non-surgical and non-drug pain relief. Combining the most modern chiropractic care along with state-of-the-art Progressive Rehab targets the injured painful area, and then stabilizes it to keep you func-tioning at your absolute best.

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Sleep disorders - a widespread problemLIVINGSTON — According to the National Institutes

of Health, 50 to 70 million Americans are affected by chronic sleep disorders and intermittent sleep prob-lems that can significantly diminish health, alertness, and safety.

Untreated sleep disorders have been linked to hyper-tension, heart disease, stroke, depression, diabetes, and other chronic diseases.

Sleep problems can take many forms including getting too little sleep, too much sleep, or poor quality of sleep. Compounding the problem is the fact that most people know when to seek medi-cal help for physical discomfort such as fever or pain but sleep problems are often overlooked or ignored. In fact, the overwhelm-ing majority of people with sleep disorders are undiagnosed and untreated.

Sleep Studies, also called Poly-somnograms, are the most com-mon procedure to evaluate sleep. A polysomnogram is a noninva-sive, pain-free procedure that usually requires spending a night or two in a sleep lab either in a hospital or in an independent facility.

Ask if the sleep lab to which you have been referred

is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medi-cine (AASM). This recognition denotes that the facility adheres to the highest standards of care for sleep dis-order patients.

During a polysomnogram, a sleep technologist records multiple biological functions during sleep, such as brain wave activity, eye movement, muscle

tone, heart rhythm, and oxygen level.After the sleep study has been con-

ducted and reviewed, several condi-tions may be diagnosed, and various treatments may be recommended.

There is a wide range of methods for treating sleep problems including medication. Sometimes a sleep psy-chologist is called upon to recom-mend non-drug approaches that may include correcting misconceptions about sleep, controlling stimulating factors that hinder sleep, and identi-fying positive behaviors that aid sleep.

Improving your diet, your sleep environment, and your bedtime ritu-als (including the timing of physical exercise, alcohol intake, and other factors) may all contribute to a better night’s sleep.

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LIVINGSTON — Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States, but only half of the appropri-ate population receives CRC screen-ing.

There are several screenings avail-able, but colonoscopy is the only screening method able to prevent CRC through pol-ypectomy, or the removal of polyps, which are small growths that over time can become cancer.

The exam itself takes about 30 minutes, and patients are usually given medicine to help them relax and sleep during the proce-dure.

Colonoscopy screening is recommended by the Ameri-can Cancer Society (ACS), the American College of Gastroenterologists (ACG), the American Gastroentero-logical Association (AGA), and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).

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Signs that you may need a colonos-

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In most cases, by the time people do have symptoms the cancer is advanced and very hard to treat. Regular screening is the most reliable way to find these can-cers in the early

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Negative consequences of uncorrected hearing loss: a review

LIVINGSTON — Hearing loss gives rise to a number of disabilities. Problems in recognizing speech, especially in difficult environments, give rise to the largest number of complaints.

Other kinds of disabilities may con-cern the reduced ability to detect, identify and localize sounds quickly and reliably. Such sounds may be warning or alarm signals, as well as music and the sound of singing birds.

The communicative disability affects both hearing impaired people and other people in their environ-ment - family members, fellow work-ers, etc. Hearing impaired people are not always aware of all the conse-quences of the impairment. They do not always know what they are miss-ing.

Several studies have shown that uncorrected hearing loss gives rise to a poorer quality of life, related to isolation, reduced social activity and a feeling of being excluded. These may lead to an increased prevalence

of symptoms of depression.These findings indicate the impor-

tance of early identification of hear-ing loss and offers of rehabilitative support, where the fitting of hearing aids is usually an important compo-

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performance, or if both the hearing loss and the cognitive decline are parts of a common, general age-relat-ed degeneration.

A few of these studies, however, indicate that the uncorrected hearing loss may be the cause of cognitive decline. Whichever alternative is true, the correlation should be seen as a clear indication for early hear-ing aid fitting for those who need it.

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Smart phones can lead to addiction(BPT) - Everyday technology con-

sumes everyone's lives as the phone, computer, tablet and other high tech devices have become not just an object, but also a close companion. And for those who are extremely connected to their devices, going without them, even for only a few minutes, can be an anxiety-filled experience.

A majority of American adults (56 percent) own smart phones, accord-ing to a recent study by the Pew Research Center. Having the ability to check your mail, play games and browse the Internet right in your pocket is a leap forward for technolo-gy and staying connected to the workplace, but it may come at a cost.

Nomophobia, or the pathological fear of remaining out of touch with technology, is a relatively modern affliction. It's basically a side effect from changes the mobile phone has made to human habits, behaviors and even the way we perceive reality. Entire relationships are becoming defined through mobile texting and colorful little emoticons, from saying

"I love you" to "I think we should move on."

So how did it come to this? Have smart phones become an extension of Americans or is everyone simply becoming victims of a fast-paced, always connected society? Chances are it's a little bit of both.

Dr. Chuck Howard, licensed psy-chologist and chair of the psychology programs at Argosy University, Den-ver, believes it can be more complex than simply stamping a label on the problem.

"Nomophobia is a result of people becoming more and more electroni-cally connected to the point that their technology-based network and rela-tionships become their home commu-nity," says Howard. "Losing that con-nection is essentially a form of elec-tronic banishment. They fear being tossed out of, or losing their 'social village.'"

The term was originally coined from a 2010 study by YouGov, a UK-based research organization that wanted to look at anxieties suffered by mobile phone users. The study

found that men and women often felt stressed when their mobile phones were turned off.

"Nomophobia can be a symptom of a potential addiction," says Howard. "Users who are happy and having a good time when on their device, then face great stress and anxiety without it. They may obsess about it. They can't put it down. This is when actual addiction becomes a threat."

When you see a behavior becoming destructive, and admit to having a problem, you can handle it in the same way as other types of addiction. "Develop strategies for meeting your social needs in other ways ... without depending on an electronic plat-form," suggests Howard.

Start by resisting the urge to con-stantly check your phone. Try limit-ing your number of mobile social media networks and consider joining more in-person professional net-working groups or sports clubs. Set aside some time to leave your phone alone, such as at dinner, with friends or going to sleep.

(BPT) - When large groups of peo-ple are brought together, such as in a school setting, they inevitably place their hands on bacteria filled places. Keeping your kids healthy allows them take full advantage of the opportunities they will encounter, such as the first day of school, the first slumber party - even the first soccer tournament or piano recital.

So how do you ward off illness? Here are some tips that will help keep your family healthy:

1. Wash your hands. Surely you heard this from your own mother over and over again as you were growing up. But this classic tip is as relevant today as it was back then. Did you know that washing your hands can reduce your risk of respi-ratory infections by 16 percent, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Washing your hands for just 20 seconds dra-matically reduces this risk, and mak-ing hand sanitizer available is also a great way to ward off bacteria.

2. Disinfect your home. Washing your hands is a great way to prevent harmful bacteria from making your children sick, but you can take a more proactive approach by applying a disinfectant to commonly used sur-faces in your home. These include refrigerator door handles.

3. Target common areas. Even dur-ing the laziest summer days, you still don't have the time to clean your home as often as you'd like. So how can you maximize your time and reduce your family's risk of getting sick? Target common surfaces and make them the focus of your clean-ing and sanitizing efforts. While all surfaces have bacteria, cleaning efforts should focus on commonly used items, including remote con-trols, door knobs and kitchen coun-ters.

4. Leave your shoes at the door. Merely taking your shoes off at the door can reduce your exposure to allergens, toxins, pesticides and dust,

according to the Environmental Pro-tection Agency. It also keeps floors cleaner and reduces the wear and tear on carpets or rugs. The profes-sional cleaning industry estimates that 85 percent of all dirt tracked into homes comes in on our shoes and the feet of our pets.

5. Sneeze appropriately. Teaching your child the proper way to cover his or her mouth when coughing or sneezing. This is a simple, effective way to prevent the spread of germs. Medical experts say coughing or sneezing into a tissue or towel is preferred, while using the crux of your elbow is the second choice. Coughing or sneezing into a per-son's hands should be a last resort, and children who do should wash their hands immediately after-wards. This will prevent germs and bacteria from spreading to door knobs and other surfaces the child touches.


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Programs available locally for arthritis sufferers LIVINGSTON — Department of

Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials say that more than one in four adult Montanans report having arthritis. Fortunately, there are programs in Montana to help address this issue.

The Montana Arthritis Program collaborates with sites across the state to implement the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, the Walk with Ease Program and Stan-ford University’s Chronic Disease Self-Management Program. Anyone is eligible to participate in these classes, which are held year round.

“The goals of the Montana Arthri-tis Program are to help reduce pain, decrease activity limitations, improve physical abilities, and add confidence to help people manage their arthritis,” said DPHHS Direc-tor Richard Opper. “This program has helped thousands of Montanans with their arthritis, but our goal is to boost participation even more.”

Arthritis affects an estimated 50 million U.S. adults, and is the most common cause of disability in the United States. According to the Cen-ters for Disease Control, the annual

cost for all Montanans seeking care for arthritis is $413 million, and the cost of missed work days is around $53 million. Arthritis is a complex family of musculoskeletal disorders consisting of more than 100 differ-ent diseases or conditions that can affect people of all ages and ethnic groups. Arthritis can take many forms, but three of the most com-mon diseases that make up arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and juvenile arthritis (JA).

Arthritis exercise is growing in popularity and the benefits have been documented. Regular exercise can have many benefits for people with arthritis. Exercise can:

• facilitate joint nourishment • ease pain and joint stiffness, and improve flexibility • build muscular strength and improve balance • reduce joint deformity and improve posture • prevent or manage osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) by maintaining bone density • improve overall health and fitness, and lower stress levels

• help maintain a healthy body weight“Scientific studies have shown that

physical activity can reduce pain, improve function, mood, and quality of life for adults with arthritis,” Dee Dee Morford, Arthritis Exercise Pro-gram instructor said. “Physical activ-ity can also help manage other chron-ic conditions that are common among adults with arthritis, such as diabe-tes, heart disease, and obesity. The general recommendation for all adults, including those with arthritis, is to participate in 150 minutes per week or more of at least moderate intensity physical activity.”

To find a class near you or more information about the Montana Arthritis Program please visit their website at http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/arthritis/, or call the Park County Senior Center at 406-333-2276 or visit www.parkcountyseniorcenter.com. Classes are each Tuesday and Thurs-day from 1:30 to 2:30 at the Park County Senior Center at 206 South Main Street in Livingston.

Submitted by Heather Muldoon,Park County Senior Center


(BPT) - Living a healthy life takes some resolve, but success often comes down to knowing what pays the biggest dividends for a giv-en effort. Health coaches are great sources for this insight. They've seen it all on the job and learned a lot in their training.

Here are seven commonly held myths that health coaches want to dispel:

Myth No. 1: An aerobic workout boosts your metabolism all day. Wrong, it just burns calories while you're doing it. Muscle-strengthen-ing exercises, however, will burn calories long after your workout.

Myth No. 2: If you don't break a sweat, it's not a workout. Wrong. Sweat is just the body's way of cool-ing itself. A better reflection of effort is the talk test: your workout is moderate if you can talk, but not sing, and vigorous if you need to take a breath every few words.

Myth No. 3: You should stretch before you exercise. Not really, you could hurt yourself. Better to

stretch after you're warmed up with light, smooth movement of gradual-ly increasing intensity.

Myth No. 4: Frozen fruits and veg-etables are less healthy than fresh ones. Actually, they're both healthy. Frozen fruits and vegetables are generally picked and frozen at nutritional peak. Canned can be a fine choice if you're watching your budget. Avoid fruits packed in syr-up.

Myth No. 5: Cigars and chewing tobacco are safe because you don't inhale. This is another myth. Cigar smokers have higher rates than non-smokers of death from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and are four to 10 times more likely to die from cancers of the throat, mouth, lips, larynx and esophagus, according to the American Cancer Society. People who chew tobacco are more likely to develop oral can-cers that affect the tongue, lips, cheeks and gums.

Myth No. 6: Stress happens. There's nothing you can do about it.

Not true, stress doesn't have to overwhelm you. There are several approaches to managing it. Set pri-orities and tackle simple problems first. Then move on to complex dif-ficulties. Practice relaxation exer-cises. Make yourself more resilient by eating smart, exercising and avoiding tobacco.

Myth No. 7: Cold turkey is the best way to quit tobacco. Nope. It's just one of the ways to quit, and the more times you try to quit, the bet-ter your chances of succeeding.

Research indicates to help improve success rates, you need: the desire and readiness to quit, some form of pharmacotherapy (nicotine replacement therapy or prescription medications) and social support (family, friends, health coach).

Keep this information in mind as you go about improving your health, and most importantly, don't give up.

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(BPT) - Imagine experiencing shortness of breath, wheezing, and a cough so severe it requires you to visit the emergency room. This is a frightening potential reality for an estimated 24 million Americans with chronic obstructive pulmonary dis-ease (COPD), a progressive and debilitating lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. Many COPD patients will experience an event like this called an exacerbation (or flare-up), a time when symptoms suddenly get worse and breathing becomes more difficult. COPD exacerbations can be trig-gered by infections, changes in the weather, air pollution, or second-hand smoke, and they’re a leading cause of hospitalization in the US. Therefore, it’s critical for COPD pa-tients and their doctors to have a pro-ductive dialogue on how to manage, treat, and prepare for these potential flare-ups. However, findings from the new, groundbreaking, two-part national COPE (Chronic Obstructive Pulmo-nary Experience) Survey released

by The COPD Foundation show that people with COPD may need more education and better communication with their doctors to effectively man-age the condition. In fact, despite the serious risks posed by exacerbations, the COPE Survey revealed that nearly two-thirds (62 percent) of COPD patients admitted to not knowing a lot about them - and an additional 16 percent were unaware of what a flare-up even was. Moreover, 60 percent of COPD patients reported that they do not have an action plan in place to deal with a flare-up. By contrast, in the part of the COPE Survey targeting physicians who treat COPD, almost all said they discuss exacerbations and establish action plans with their patients, suggesting there is an op-portunity to improve patient care through more productive, meaning-ful communication between patients and their physicians about COPD to improve patient care. Early detection and proper diag-nosis of COPD are also critical to

managing the disease and slowing its progression, yet surveyed COPD patients indicated that they experi-enced symptoms of the disease for an average of 2 years and 9 months prior to being diagnosed. Furthermore, surveyed physicians reported that 39 percent of their patients had reached a “severe” or “very severe” disease state by the time of diagnosis - results which indicate there may be an opportunity for earlier detection and interven-tion. diagnosis of COPD severity, less than half (49 percent) of physicians surveyed reported that they always perform spirometry - a diagnostic tool that measures lung function - to confirm a diagnosis. The survey also revealed that only 12 percent of COPD patients consid-er their condition to be “completely controlled” and indicated that COPD disrupts their patients’ ability to complete normal daily activities such as exercising (87 percent), climbing stairs (86 percent), and walking (77 percent).

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The Park County Senior Center offers a wide range of ser-vices, resources and activities for seniors and their families. Our aim is to support a well-balanced and connected life for all citizens by encouraging the participation of everyone in our community. Call 333-2276 for more information or visit our website at www.parkcountyseniorcenter.com ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP Every 3rd Thursday at 1:00 at the Center SOCIAL EVENTS AND GATHERINGS MEALS ON WHEELS & ANGEL LINE SERVICES EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS CARDS, MOVIES, OUTINGS BINGO TUESDAYS AT 7PM

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