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Dr. Christopher Lofquist, chiropractorDr. Lofquist is Findlay’s only certified sports chiropractor, and has extensive training in treating and resolving overuse muscle and soft tissue injury con-ditions like bursitis, plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel, rotator cuff tendinitis

and IT Band tendinitis.

Q: My son is a high school athlete. How helpful would it be for him to visit a chiropractor, and what kind of services/treatments could a chiropractor give him?

A: If your son is an athlete, you should strongly consider having him see a chiropractor who focuses on treating athletes. Treatment in my office is dependent on the patient’s problem. There are a wide variety of treatments I provide, from traditional hands-on chiro-practic adjustments to rehabilitative exercises to very specific soft tissue treatment like Active Release Technique and other treatments. I always gear a treatment plan towards efficiently resolving a prob-lem. Even in situations where athletes are pain free, dysfunction can be present and can decrease the athlete’s ability to function at their highest level. I have ways of examining and improving these situa-tions also. I have treated a range of athletes, from U-6 soccer play-ers to professional triathletes. I’ve also worked with NHL and NFL athletes, and even a Highland Games world record holder and US Olympic trial qualifying shot putter, as well as those people I con-sider my occupational athletes, who work on the factory line, fight fires and have other demanding tasks in their daily lives.

Dr. Christopher Lofquist, Flag City Sport & Spine/Trenton Chiropractic & Rehab, 643 W. Trenton Ave. 419-427-6300. www.trentonchiropracticandrehab.com.

Findlay’s best area healthcare providers,

from emergency medicine physicians to chiropractors, have listened to your health

conundrums, from the peculiar to the typical. Their answers helped us create a Dr. Oz-level guidebook of health advice.

Read and increase your health knowledge — minus the office wait time!

You’ve got questions? These top docs have answers!

Dr. Lauren Thorington, radiologistDr. Thorington works with Imaging Consultants of Findlay as the director of breast imaging. Q: How much radiation will I be exposed to with

a mammogram?

A: To put things in perspective for you, let me start by saying we are exposed to natural sources of radiation all the time. People living in higher altitudes are exposed to 3 mSv (a measure of radiation) background doses per year. One is exposed to 0.03 mSv of cosmic ray radiation on a coast to coast, round trip flight. A mam-mogram exposes the patient to the approximately 0.4, only slightly more than that round trip flight from New York to Los Angeles.

Q: What is the breast cancer gene?

A: Breast cancer genes (BRACA1 AND BRACA2) are genes that increase the risk of getting breast and ovarian cancer. The gene can be inherited form either your mother or father. Men with these muta-tions also have an increased risk of cancer, especially if the BRCA2 gene is affected, and possibly of prostrate cancer. The test for the BRCA gene mutation is done by a simple blood draw or mouth swab. Both can be done at Woman Wise in Eastern Woods Outpatient Center (15900 Medical Dr. South near Birchaven Village, 419-425-3170). Most importantly, obtain mammograms regularly!

Imaging Consultants of Findlay, 1900 S. Main St. 419-425-3170. www.ImagingFindlay.com or Facebook page ICF CARES/Imaging Consultants of Findlay.

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The Neil and Laura Clark Women & Children’s Center

The Neil and Laura Clark Women & Children’s Center physicians and providers offer care to obstetrics and gynecology patients. The team at the Women & Children’s Center includes Dr. Miguel Jordan, Dr. George Abate, Dr. Allison Westcott, Dr. Kimberlee Perkins and Certified Nurse Practitioner Teresa Jones.

Dr. George Abate, OB/GYN

Q: Why am I having pelvic pain?

A: There are many types of pelvic pain that can be caused by a number of issues. For some, pelvic pain may come and go, while for others pelvic pain follows a cycle such as occurring during menstruation, before or after eating or while urinating. This pain may be caused by issues with your reproductive organs, uri-nary tract or even your bowel. For some, more than one cause is creating the pelvic pain. Your OB/GYN

will perform tests, such as an ultrasound, to determine the cause of your pain. Depending on the cause, some

women find relief through exercise, physical therapy or nutritional changes, while others may require medication or

surgery.

Dr. Allison Westcott, OB/GYN

Q: I’ve lost my sex drive. Why?

A: You’re not alone! A lack of sexual desire is the most common sexual concern reported by women. One common cause can be age, as a woman’s libido can decrease with age, and hormonal changes that accompany life events (such as menopause) can de-

crease desire as well. Other causes include stress and anxiety, relationship problems, illness or depression. Talk to your OB/GYN about your concerns. He or she may do a blood test to check your hormonal levels or other conditions, and can suggest ways to increase your desire.

Dr. Miguel Jordan, OB/GYN

Q: Why am I having abnormal bleeding?

A: Abnormal bleeding is bleeding between periods or after sex, spotting anytime in the menstrual cycle, bleed-ing heavier than normal for four or more days or bleeding after menopause. Abnormal bleeding is caused by having too much or not enough of the hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle. This imbalance can be caused by thyroid problems, medications, pregnancy, miscarriage, infection, fibroids, polyps or cancer. The only way to know the cause of your abnormal bleeding is to see your OB/GYN provider for an exam.

Dr. Kimberlee Perkins, OB/GYN

Q: Will birth control make me gain weight?

A: Most oral birth control pills prescribed are “combination pills.” These pills contain the hormones estrogen and progestin. In these pills, there has not been a connection found between the medication and weight gain. How-ever, some people with health problems such as blood clots and an inability to take pills with estrogen may be prescribed “progestin-only” pills. These pills are also often used by women who choose to use oral birth control while breastfeeding. The progestin-only pills have been linked to small amounts of weight gain in women. To maintain a healthy weight and avoid weight gain, try to balance the num-ber of calories you eat and drink with the calories that you burn. If you agree to a lifelong commitment of nutrition and physical activity, you can maintain your weight regardless of your birth control option.

The Neil and Laura Clark Women & Children’s Center, 301 W. Wallace St. 419-424-0180. www.bvhealthsystem.org.

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Dr. Krystal DeClerck, dentistDr. DeClerck earned a doctor of dental surgery degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 2010 and completed a one year gen-eral practice residency at The University of Toledo Medical Center, gaining experience in pediatrics and endodontics

Q: Other than flossing and brushing, what can I do to help prevent tooth decay?

A: Other than flossing daily and brushing twice a day for two minutes, limiting the frequency of sugar in your diet and using a fluoride rinse can help prevent tooth decay. The principle action of fluoride is thought to be that it inhibits the initial demineralization of enamel,

and then promotes remineralization of early lesions. Pop, energy drinks, and sports drinks are full of sugar that, when ingested, is broken down by the bacteria

in the mouth, producing an acid that demineraliz-es teeth and creates decay. Each time you eat

or drink anything with sugar, it takes 20 minutes for your body to neutralize the

acid that is produced. Periodic dental exams along with a professional den-tal cleaning are recommended twice a year to monitor dental health. Advanced Dental Associates, 15840 Medical Dr. South Suite C. 419-422-8972. www.advanceddentaloh.com.

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Dr. Berry is a chiropractic physician and wellness expert who also holds certifications in electrodiagnosis and the pro-adjuster technique. He has practiced in Findlay for 15 years.

Q: What is the new ProAdjuster technology and what conditions can it help with?

A: The ProAdjuster is a computer-guided instrument that uses sensors to both detect and treat spinal problems with-out twisting or cracking the spine. It measures the motion of each joint to more accurately pinpoint the problem and then uses a gentle but sufficient percussive force to adjust the ver-tebrae. With the ProAdjuster, I’m able to treat back and neck pain, headaches and even extremities such as shoulders and knees more precisely, comfortably and safely than with other manual methods.

Q: What is a subluxation?

A: Subluxation refers to a spinal bone (vertebra) that is not in its right position or not moving in its nor-mal range of motion. Misaligned vertebra are ir-ritating nerves and blood vessels, which in turn affects the way your body communicates with your spine. Subluxations are the cause of many pains and dysfunctions in muscles and organs. The body’s natural ability to heal itself is greatly improved with the subluxation removed. There is no age excluded from chiropractic care. Even babies can have subluxations, due to the rigors of birth. In Denmark, for example, chi-ropractic doctors are part of the birthing team.

Dr. Christopher Berry, 1611 Tiffin Ave. 567-208-0965. www.backtohealthnow.net.

Dr. Christopher Berry, chiropractor

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Dr. Kyle Mills,

emergency medicine & family practiceDr. Mills is experienced in both emergency medicine and general family practice, and uses his understanding of both to provide patients top-notch treatment at Findlay Walk-In Urgent Care.

Q: How do I know when to go to an emergency room or to an urgent care center?

A: If you are suffering from a potentially life threatening illness or have sustained a serious injury, the Blanchard Valley Hospital emergency room is certainly the place to go. However for most minor illnesses or injuries sustained at home or in the work-place, an urgent care center is an excellent choice. In most cases, it’s probably appropriate to be evaluated in an urgent care center, as it has many ad-vantages. Service is walk-in and there are virtually no wait times. There is on site testing for common illnesses and sur-gical and x-ray capabilities for minor injuries, as well as flu vaccinations. You can also conduct physical ex-ams required for employment. All insurance types are accepted, and it is a substantial cost savings com-pared to an emergency room visit.

Findlay Walk-in Urgent Care, 1044 Interstate Court, Suite D. (located by Trenton Ave. Walmart). 567-525-5081. Open Monday thru Friday, 8am-8pm, weekends 10am-6pm.

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Dr. Lynsi Clinger, chiropractorDr. Clinger’s love of sports led her to become one of only two chiropractors in Ohio who is a certified chiropractic extremity practitioner; she special-izes in adjusting shoulders, wrists, hands, feet, ankles, knees, as well as providing general chiropractic care.

Q: My job requires constant computer work, and my wrists are suf-fering for it. What kind of treatment options would I have with a chiropractor for carpal tunnel syndrome, and how much relief should I expect? Is it cure-able, and what steps can I take to allevi-ate problems?

A: In regards to carpal tunnel, a doctor of chiropractic will first check the spine to see if the root of the problem stems from the neck. If she/he is trained to work on extremities they will then check the affected arm from shoulder to the finger tips to see if there are bones irritating the nerves in the carpal tunnel area. If deemed necessary, the chiropractor will perform an adjustment to the affected area. The amount of relief and whether it is cure-able really depends on the case.

Clinger Chiropractic Center, 815 S. Main St. 419-427-9354. www.clingerchiropractic.com.