Concussions 101, a Primer for Kids and Parents
Are your children involved in sports? Head hits are a cause for concern as symptoms of a concussion can be tough for kids to recognize.
Dr. Brent specializes in helping patients with post-concussion syndrome and warns that "oftentimes, neurological problems can develop after a child suffers a concussion."
Learn more about the symptoms of concussion:
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Dr. Keri Pens Feature Article in Pathways to Family Wellness Magazine
The Fall 2012 issue of Pathways Magazine features an article by our own Dr. Keri!
"Reclaiming Our Children's Health" covers nutrition, education and food policy issues and offers advice for creating an action plan that will help ensure our families are adequately nourished.
Check out the full article here:
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Dr. Mercola Reviews the Movie "Doctored"
"Doctored" is an eye-opening documentary that takes a hard look at the hijacking of the US healthcare system.
In this article, osteopathic physician Dr. Joseph Mercola finds that "conventional medicine, backed and ruled by the pharmaceutical industry, is corrupt to the core and frequently does more harm than good, while simultaneously protecting their business and hiding its ineffectiveness by suppressing legitimate, safe, and effective alternative or complementary practices such as chiropractic."
Read more about Doctored
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Chiropractic Neurology Helps Yet Another NHL Player in Concussion Recovery
Flyers' center Claude Giroux feeling 'really fine' after therapy
Philadelphia Flyers Claude Giroux's recent head injury landed him at the Carrick Institute for chiropractic neurological care with Dr. Ted Carrick. Giroux's player agent Pat Brisson noted that the therapy is "not medication, just exercises and testing" and that he is "feeling great."
Commenting on NHL star Sidney Crosby's recent stint at the Carrick Institute Brisson said, "If it weren't for Carrick, I don't know about Sidney whether he'd be ... 100 percent. I got players going back and forth [to him]."
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New Life Wellness Supports TACA
Are you a parent or caregiver of a child with autism? Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) NY hosts monthly support meetings for those who care for children on the spectrum, including teachers and therapists.
The New Life Wellness Staff is proud to support TACA's efforts and will be on hand at their December 14th meeting to provide massage and skin care demos to members.
If you're looking to connect with others in the autism community and stay on top of the latest information, contact TACA for membership info.
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