Seventy percent of healthy professional and collegiate hockey players had abnormal hip and pelvis MRIs (magnetic resonance imaging), even though they had no symptoms of injury, according to a study presented today at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine’s Specialty Day in New Orleans, (March 13). The study’s surprising findings could serve as a warning for surgeons to not depend excessively on imaging when diagnosing patients. (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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A new minimally invasive sports hernia repair gets athletes back in the game 3 times faster than the traditional repair, according to a new study presented today at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine’s Specialty Day in New Orleans, (March 13). (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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Eighty-four percent of males who had ACL knee (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction with a patellar tendon (the tendon that attaches the knee to the front of the tibia or shin bone) graft continue at a high level of activity 15 years later, according to a study presented today at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine's Specialty Day in New Orleans, Louisiana (March 13). Additionally, these patients have not developed severe osteoarthritis and their knees remain stable. (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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A new study presented today at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine’s (AOSSM) Specialty Day in New Orleans, (March 13), found that 95 percent of skeletally mature high school pitchers were satisfied with their "Tommy John" elbow reconstruction surgery. Almost as many, (94.7 percent) returned to competitive baseball. (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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Eighty-four percent of children 18 and younger had successful clinical outcomes during an eight year follow-up to repair a torn meniscus (cartilage that provides cushioning to distribute your body weight across the knee joint) at the same time as reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), according to a new study presented today at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine’s Specialty Day in New Orleans, (March 13). (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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Substance Specific Neurological Stress Reduction Therapy or NSRTSM is found very effective in the alleviation of symptoms associated with many chronic conditions such as allergies, asthma, migraines, chronic fatigue and a wide array of skin conditions. Currently over 300 practices throughout the country are using this holistic therapy including over 50 branded BioVeda Health and Wellness Centers. (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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Substance Specific Neurological Stress Reduction Therapy or NSRTSM is found very effective in the alleviation of symptoms associated with many chronic conditions such as allergies, asthma, migraines, chronic fatigue and a wide array of skin conditions. Currently over 300 practices throughout the country are using this holistic therapy including over 50 branded BioVeda Health and Wellness Centers. (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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Substance Specific Neurological Stress Reduction Therapy or NSRTSM is found very effective in the alleviation of symptoms associated with many chronic conditions such as allergies, asthma, migraines, chronic fatigue and a wide array of skin conditions. Currently over 300 practices throughout the country are using this holistic therapy including over 50 branded BioVeda Health and Wellness Centers. (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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Scar therapy products offer latest technology in scar and wrinkle treatment for post-surgical recovery. Nouvelle Inc. is a leading provider of compression garments and post-surgical wear. (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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The Latest Medical Training for Physicians and Affiliated Clinicians (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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Recruits include several nationally recognized researchers and clinicians (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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North American Seminars Inc. introduces a new physical therapy continuing education course. Running Injuries - Examination, Differential Diagnosis and Treatment Interventions will be instructed by Jeff Taylor-Haas, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCSM (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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Drs. Steven Vath and Andrew Wolfe pioneer Pearl & Pearl Fractional treatment as the first Colorado plastic surgeons to perform the innovative combination therapy. (PRWeb Mar 13, 2010)

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New Directions is newest member of CareLogic™ user community. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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Endorses Non-Smoked Medical Marijuana Delivery Systems Identical to the First Product Cannabis Science is Developing for FDA Clinical Trials for PTSD Targeting Our Veterans, Active Duty Troops, and Others Suffering from Disasters World-Wide (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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Industry Leading Presenters Draw Attendees from Around the World to Augmented Reality Event (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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UCSF scientists have discovered how a mutated gene known as Kras is able to hijack mouse cells damaged by acute pancreatitis, putting them on the path to becoming pancreatic cancer cells. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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damaka supports multiple mobile platforms (Smartphones) on different wireless broadband networks. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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DDL, leader in medical device package, product and material testing, is taking strides to expand their Product and Material Testing Division by promoting Mark Francis to division manager. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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As an alternative to the universal health care plan accepted by leaders in Washington, the My eMHR Web Portal aims to offer a cost-effective solution that puts medical records in the hands of the patients and their care providers. My eMHR is HIPAA compliant and interfaces with other technologies for greatest ease of use. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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Knowing where to start with a vitamin and supplement regimen can be intimidating. Swanson Health Products takes the guess work out of getting started with Vitamin D Plus the 7 Basic Supplements for Good Health. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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PHFE dedicated its new board of directors suite in honor and memory of Annette T. Drake. Ms. Drake served as the Secretary of the PHFE Board of Directors until her untimely death in December 2009. Ms. Drakes children attended the ceremony at PHFE headquarters in City of Industry, California. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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Group health plans and their sponsoring employers face added responsibilities under the COBRA subsidy amendments adopted under H.R. 4691. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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When 'in balance,' the human body is a self-healing biochemical organism. Unfortunately, modern lifestyles and nutritional realities are causing many people to be 'out of balance.' NutriLuxe Solaris tests the body's biochemical and electrical balance by using saliva and urine to analyze key health indicators--pH, antioxidant level and electrical conductivity, as well as other health factors. Once Solaris identifies the nature of an individual's biochemical condition, nutritional supplements can be used to restore and maintain biochemical balance. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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Dr. Joseph G. Bauer, plastic surgeon Atlanta (http://www.swancenteratlanta.com/plastic-surgeon-atlanta/), of The Swan Center for Plastic Surgery knows how important it is for women to reclaim some control over their bodies in light of previous breast implantation surgeries, mastectomies, asymmetries or other injuries to the breasts. This is why in Atlanta, breast reconstruction (http://www.swancenteratlanta.com/breast-reconstruction-atlanta/) at his practice offers multiple treatment choices. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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The Better Hearing Institute (BHI) announced today that it is joining the Stop Diabetes movement by promoting the 22nd Annual American Diabetes Association Alert Day, which will take place on March 23, 2010. BHI also is urging anyone with diabetes to get their hearing checked. To help in the effort, BHI has made available a free, quick, and confidential online hearing test at www.hearingcheck.org to help people with diabetes determine if they need a comprehensive hearing check by a hearing professional. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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SplitMed, a W.Va.-based provider of information and solutions that help consumers find low-cost prescription alternatives, has launched its new web site complete with a custom discount prescription toolbox for every new member. SplitMed gives customers a clear roadmap to follow in working with their doctor to choose lower priced alternatives to expensive prescription medications. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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Annalisa Tissoni, President of the Church of Scientology of Milan, and Fiorella and Gaetano Cerchiara, President and Director respectively of the Association for Human Rights and Tolerance of Italy, presented a special gift to the village of Twewaa—a new school. With the opening of this school, the second sponsored by Italian Scientologists, the children of the village gained an important human right, as stated in Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights—”the right to education.” (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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Laboratory tests of the DuraspanTM catheter have demonstrated an 87% reduction in platelet adhesion and thrombus accumulation compared to uncoated catheters. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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Medical Marijuana is growing into big business these days. The newest breakthrough is that Greenway University, a California & Colorado based Full Service Medical Marijuana Educational Provider that teaches students the technicalities of growing and cultivating medical marijuana for patient use, is now launching insurance services. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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Today’s online education trends make it easier for businesses to provide employees with web-based professional business education programs (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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Morehead Associates, Inc. announced today its agreement with Child Health Corporation of America (CHCA) to provide employee and physician surveys and consulting services through October 31, 2012. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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PolicyStat LLC, a leading provider of policy lifecycle management solutions for healthcare organizations, is pleased to announce the successful close of its initial outside fundraising round. The round included investment from 31 individual angel investors as well as a strategic investment from HALO Capital Group. This investment will help accelerate PolicyStat in its quest to improve healthcare quality, enhance health worker productivity, and reduce risks associated with patient safety incidents. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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New Surgicalist Program set to improve Bon Secours' ability to care for Emergency Department patients in need of surgical care. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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An international team of investigators at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, the Karolinska University Hospital and Institute, and The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research tested a substance called Eprotirome in patients with high cholesterol. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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HeartMath® LLC has announced a partnership with Dallas-based Trajectory Health LLC. The partnership will concentrate on measurably slowing the production of new disease before a catastrophic event occurs, working with companies to design, implement and evaluate clinical intervention programs with employees. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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Leading neuroscientists will gather at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for the 16th annual symposium on emotion in April to discuss how the human brain changes in response to disease and treatment. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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deFacto Global, Inc. announced today the availability of deFacto Performance Management 2.0, a fully unified Microsoft-centric Business Analysis and Planning tool that represents a mission-critical component of any organization’s Business Intelligence, Performance Management, or SharePoint strategy. It is a high-performance budgeting, forecasting, consolidation, reporting, and analysis tool that enables any business, regardless of size, to operate like the world’s top performers. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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This Year’s Academy Awards Ceremony Reminded Everyone of the Importance of One Simple Thing: Good Posture. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010)

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