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Meet Denver Broncos’ Chris Harris, Jr.

An Underdog No More — One Man’s Journey from Obscurity to Becoming the League’s Number 1 Rated Cornerback p. 22

Orthopaedic Medicine The Total (100% Custom) Knee Replacement—One Colorado Practice Creating Very Satisfied Patients Using Individualized Technology p. 14

Dating our Kids!

Dating our Kids!

Experience the Joy of Creating Indelible Memories— For You and Your Kids p. 11

Autistic Unemployment Rate at 90% Why One Colorado Business Purposely Hires Those “On The Spectrum” p. 18

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Blueprints For Special Needs Families

Do you have a family member with Down syndrome, Autism, Cerebral Palsy or some other developmental disability? Have you taken steps to preserve eligibility to government programs and provide resources to make the most fulfilling and enjoyable possible for your family member?

Adults with disabilities can gain access to key programs – Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid funded comprehensive services – if they have a qualified disability, have low earnings and have less than $2,000 of countable resources.

Unfortunately, too many families have not taken some basis steps to maintain eligibility and give up benefits that can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars or more over the course of the person’s lifetime.

We use the metaphor of building a house when talking about long-range planning for families with a special needs member. A

house is tangible, something we all understand (even apartment and condo dwellers) and all need.

A person cannot live a fruitful, fulfilling life without a roof over her head and a place to prepare meals and create a home each day.

You do not wake up one morning and say to yourself, “Today is the day! I am going to build a brand new home.” You do not finish building a house overnight.

The first step in building a new home is to determine a location, sketch some drawings and think though key features you will need. Do you want a home in the mountains, on the plains, by the shore or near a certain city? Do you want a ranch type home or multistory? How many bedrooms do you need? How many bathrooms?

How much do you plan to spend and where will the money come from? You don’t want to build your dream home then find out you have to move in six months.

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By Rob Wrubel CFP®, AIF®

So often, families with special needs members start building before planning.People do things like jump to fund accounts, draw up legal documents and take out insurance policies before having a coordinated plan in place. They have thoughts in their minds about what they need, without sketching it out or finding advice to put it all together.

You need a plan – not a collection of pieces of the plan. You can start the plan yourself or sit with a planner to help sketch out the dreams you have bouncing around in your head. There is value in getting it all on paper and putting building blocks in places to accomplish your goals.

There are many steps in the process of building a strong special needs plan. These steps are broken down into five separate groups – Envisioning The Future, Building Your Foundation, Framing The House, A Roof Over Your Head and Finishing Touches.

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Envisioning The Future. You need to determine what you want by writing out desired outcomes for yourself and your special needs family member. This means you must find time to think and dream. After you have a long list of what you want, you will prioritize these goals. Is independent living the most important consideration? Are there health issues that must be dealt with today? Will there be ongoing unfunded medical needs you need to plan to meet? Are transportation needs the biggest priority? Write down what matters most to your family.

Building Your Foundation.

I have yet to meet a family that does not require legal work to be in place. The special needs trust is a key element to a strong special needs plan. You may create enough assets to pay for future expenses, planning to have Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid as a safety net.

Without a special needs trust, you limit access to certain programs and may lose any available government benefits. A special needs trust must be considered by every family. You will not fund this trust at this time – the trust must be in place to protect against the unexpected.

Framing The House. No one wants to live in a foundation and yet many special needs families start and stop their planning work with a special needs trust. The trust is a necessary element, but not the end.

The foundation supports the next phases of building. You frame your special needs plan with four pillars – eliminating debt, creating emergency funds, funding retirement accounts and growing wealth with additional long-term investments. Each of these supports will be needed to accomplish your goals.

A Roof Over Your Head.

The roof protects you from sudden disruptions – like rain, storms or a tree falling down. You need protection elements in place as you

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build your financial resources.

You will want to make sure you have term life insurance (do not buy any other kind at this point), disability insurance, long-term care insurance if you are approaching retirement and appropriate home and auto insurance.

expertise, experience and advice.

The same is true with special needs planning. Take time before the end of the year to meet with your team – a financial planner, CPA and lawyer - and make sure your blueprints reflect your goals and dreams.

Finishing Touches. I don’t know of anyone who has a house who is finished with it. There is always something extra to do, always some place to make the home more livable, more enjoyable and better. Special needs planning is no different. Over time, you will want to assemble a trust advisory committee, build social circles and extend the options you want for your family.

When I was in my midtwenties, a friend of a friend decided to build a log cabin in the woods.

On his own. Without professional help. He had “party” weekends where he invited friends to help him move logs, trim bark and to work on the house. I went one weekend and decided there was no way I would even walk in the structure as it was hard to tell if it would last forever or fall over with the next breeze. I am not sure if his house every got built.

Most of us do not want to build a house by ourselves; we hire contractors, architects and an entire team to do it. We rely on their

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Rob Wrubel CFP®, AIF®, is a Senior Vice President Investments with Cascade Investment Group, member FINRA & SIPC. Rob is also a father of a daughter with Down syndrome. Cascade Investment Group is not a tax or legal advisor. You should always consult with your tax advisor or attorney before taking any actions that may have tax consequences.

Call 719-632-0818, email RWrubel@ciginc.net or on the web at www.ciginc.net

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22. Meet Denver Broncos’ Chris Harris, Jr.

11. Dating our Kids!

14. Orthopaedic Medicine

5. Autistic Unemployment Rate at 90%

An Underdog No More — One Man’s Journey from Obscurity to Becoming the League’s Number 1 Rated Cornerback

The Total (100% Custom) Knee Replacement—One Colorado Practice Creating Very Satisfied Patients Using Individualized Technology

Experience the Joy of Creating Indelible Memories— For You and Your Kids

Why One Colorado Business Purposely Hires Those “On The Spectrum”

CONTENTS 18. Blue Star Recyclers: Focus on disABILITY!

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20. How To Build Furniture out of Old Stuff

By Jennifer Blair

30. 5 Tips To Stay Safe While Travelling Alone 44

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31. Teen Sleep Habits What Should You Do? 34. The Art of Lemonade!

Alternative Ways to Prepare America’s Favorite Summer Beverage

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36. ALS Clinic at Colorado Neurological Institute Designated as Recognized ALS Treatment Center CNI and The ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter offer patients quality treatment options.

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37. CSHP Expands Team of Providers 38. UCHealth Eye Center Announces Grand Opening

World-class, academic ophthalmology clinic reopens in Denver

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40. Health South Rehabilitation Hospital –Denver 41. Colorado Health & Wellness News Briefs

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Castle Rock Adventist Hospital Spa-like ‘Sensory Suite’ is the first in the State of Colorado

44. The Nature-Based Therapy Revival 46. Healthy Vision: 53

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Take care of your eyes!

48. Red White and Blue 49. How to Keep Hands Soft

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50. How to Improve Your Memory Part 1 of 2 53. Benefits of Prenatal Yoga

By Elizabeth Danish

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55. A New Approach to Hip Replacement 60. Breakfast: The Most Important Meal of the Day Dinner: Slow-Cooker Chicken Stock Bone Broth

Executive Team Founder, CEO and Editor-in-Chief Dirk R. Hobbs, ACHE, AHCJ Partner & Chief Operations Officer Scott W. Casey, MBA Vice-President of Communications Kim Ronkin

Welcome!

Creative Team

It’s hot out there, and so is Chris Harris, Jr., the Denver Broncos Cornerback is tops in the National Football League - statistically speaking. But he’s tops in more ways than that: we got a chance to talk at length with the Bixby, Oklahoma native who is one of those rare stars who has got his feet firmly planted on the ground. Chris had one option for college, and what many considered to be a million-to-one-shot for even the least discerning NFL franchises as a walk on, much less a marquee franchise like the Denver Broncos. His story is something out of feel-good after school special. But for Harris, it’s his autobiography and he continues to put the doubters in their seats. Eighteen months after a vanilla play, which left Harris with an ACL injury, Denver’s defensive corner is once again a forbidding place to travel for offensive hopefuls.

Next, two of Colorado’s top orthopedic surgeons talk about innovations in total knee and total hip replacements. Gone are the days of off-the-shelf implants that are meant for everyone. It’s a new age in Orthopedic medicine with implants made just for you.

Next month on our cover, we present one of America’s most respected NCAA Division I football coaches, Coach Troy Calhoun from the United States Air Force Academy. You don’t want to miss this season’s most extensive interview with the normally, very private Calhoun. Our article will accompany an exclusive, one-hour documentary to be aired locally and on Healthy Coloradan TV. It’s a side of the Coach you’ve never seen before...

Stay cool out there-drink lots of water-get some exercise. It’s summer in the Colorado Rockies and Mother Nature has given us a lush, green playground this year. Go play!

Until next month,

Creative Director Marcum Group Media Senior Graphic Designer Ajay Resha Photographer Don Jones Senior Writer Laura Avers Web Site Host Jim Bradford Web Site Manager Kim Ronkin Marcum Group Media Eric Marcum

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Dating Our Kids A collage of ideas that will set memories for a lifetime

Whether you’re a new parent or a raising a flock, we all want to have a close relationship with our children, young or old.

Strengthening relationships and communication with our children can boil down to one thing: spending time with them; more specifically, spend some special time with each of our children one-on-one. Time is one of the most valuable gifts we can give, and, if wasted, we can never get that time back.

Don’t wish the time away. Regret is sure to follow. Pause for a moment, watch and marvel at their personality, their intrigue at virtually everything, and their natural playfulness. One of my resolutions this year is to start going on dates with my kids. I think “date” is a very appropriate term. A date involves time spent one-on-one trying to learn more about a person, talking, asking questions, communicating, building relationships. Why not date our kids?

Going on regular dates with our kids will open lines of communication and build strong relationships that will weather the good and bad times in life. If you can talk easily now, you’ll be able to talk when it really counts. There is something simply sweet and yet profoundly important in spending one-on-one time with each individual child. It doesn’t matter what you do, what matters is that you talk, laugh, cry, agree, disagree, and always part ways with an “I love you.”

How often?

Once a month is a good benchmark for special one-on-one dates with your child. Decide what works best for your family and your schedule. Maybe it’s every Saturday morning, or maybe your dates are more impromptu. Just do them regularly and you’re sure to score.

40+ fun date ideas for kids from 5 to 18 • • • • • •

Go out to breakfast Shoot hoops, toss a football, a baseball, or kick a soccer ball Go golfing or to the driving/putting range Go ice-skating or play hockey Go to the pet store Go out to a restaurant of their choice

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To a movie • Ice cream, frozen yogurt, or milkshakes Zoo, aviary, aquarium • Early morning donuts, milk, coffee before everyone wakes up Go running together • Take a fitness class together Bike rides/motorcycle rides • Girls: the jewelry store to pick out something special Take them grocery shopping individually • Girls: beauty days (pedicures, manicures, hair) Book store • Paint pottery Museums • Take a dance class together Take a hike • Fishing/hunting Feed the ducks • Arcade games Go to the park • Attend a play – local theater or Broadway – no matter Painting/drawing each other’s portraits • A day at a lake Monster truck races • Mini golf Ride scooters together • Play laser tag Together, pack and have a picnic • Visit the fire station Go on a nature scavenger hunt • Go to the library and take turns picking out a book to read together Rock wall climbing • Take your boy to Bass Pro Shop or Cabella’s with you Try a cooking class • Take them to see your childhood home or school Go to a sweet shop and share a cupcake or pick a special treat Try out a new restaurant and pretend like you’re a restaurant critic Unusual progressive dinner (Chipotle for appetizers, Chick-Fil-A for dinner, and Cold Stone for dessert) Stop by the photo booth to capture the fun of your day Take your son to aupscale restaurant. Show him how to open doors, handle her coat, and talk to his date with respect Go to a thrift store and choose a special treasure Surprise them by picking them up from school and go to lunch Special trips (when they turn 12. New York, Florida beaches, or take them to Europe Go school shopping individually and then to lunch.

Go to Target, girls pick out a nail polish color and paint together, boys pick new Lego set and build it together Go to a basketball/football/hockey/baseball game

Find this list on our Website: www.healthycoloradan.com, print it out at home where you and your children can have fun planning your special dates. Here’s to logging in tons of fun, and unique individual time with our children.

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New Hope for Arthritic Knees Customized Knee Implants& 3D Printing Revolutionizing Total Knee Replacement

By Dirk R. Hobbs, AHCE

Arthritis, which is typically associated with aging, is now becoming more common among younger patient populations. Ronald O. Royce, D.O., an orthopaedic surgeon with Front Range Orthopaedics, a Centura Health clinic, explains, “Patients of the Baby Boomer generation, or those from age 53 years on, are now being diagnosed more often with knee arthritis. Coloradans are particularly prone to knee arthritis due to the active life style.”

SYMPTOMS OF KNEE ARTHRITIS

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting tens of millions of people worldwide. It is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown and eventual loss of joint cartilage. The breakdown and wearing away of cartilage causes the bones to rub together, which results in extreme pain.

With the progression of osteoarthritis, the covering of the joint can no longer protect the knee from wear.

Eventually, a deformity such as a knock-knee or bow legging develops that alters normal knee movements and makes day-to-day activities such as walking up the stairs, getting in and out of the car, and going to work very difficult.

HOW IS KNEE ARTHRITIS DIAGNOSED?

When patients develop increasing knee pain and swelling, they will often make an appointment with an orthopaedic surgeon. For patients of Dr. Royce, the visit begins with a history of how the pain started and how it has progressed.

“Next, I will examine the knee and check for alignment, balance, range-of-motion, strength and stability. It is also important to check the blood supply to the leg and evaluate the nerve function.

The gold standard of diagnosis for knee arthritis is an x-ray. The x-rays are taken from different positions to check all of the different locations.

Sometimes a standing hip/knee/ankle x-ray is used to check for alignment.”

HOW IS KNEE ARTHRITIS TREATED?

“The initial treatment for knee arthritis is non-surgical,” states Royce.“The most important first step is to work on range of motion and strengthen the leg muscles and manage the patient’s pain.”

Dr. Royce says, “If pain management is not effective, then anti-inflammation pills, skin gels or knee joint injections can be used. The traditional cortisone shot will often reduce the pain and swelling temporarily and the newer hyaluronic acid shots can lubricate the knee fluid to help improve movement.When non-surgical treatment fails and the patient continues to have pain that limits activity and daily living, they become a candidate for knee replacement surgery.”

WHAT IS KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY?

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Knee replacement is designed to remove the ends of bone with damaged cartilage

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and replace it with metal and plastic surfaces, which alleviates the patient’s pain and restores movement.

“Knee replacement surgery is a very common procedure that has evolved over the years,” says Royce. “Despite its proven history, studies show that as many as 20% of patients are not satisfied with the results of their knee replacement surgery.The reason: Everyone’s knees vary in size and shape. In fact, even your own two knees may vary.”

In a traditional knee replacement, the surgeon selects an “off-the-shelf ” implant from six to ten standard sizes and makes the necessary adjustments to fit the implant during the procedure. Because off-theshelf implants aren’t designed to your specific anatomy, surgeons often have to compromise on implant fit, rotation, and alignment.

These compromises can cause pain or discomfort after surgery and help explain why one in five patients aren’t satisfied.

Dr. Royce compares it to buying a pair of shoes at the store. “After your foot is measured, you try on different sizes to get the right feel. Despite the different sizes, sometimes the off-the-shelf size is either slightly too tight or too loose – it just doesn’t feel right. The same is true with implants.”

ADVANCES IN TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY

To provide patients with better results, ConforMIS has developed the only customized total knee replacement that is designed specifically for your knee.

This patient-specific approach offers unique advantages not possible with traditional, off-the-shelf implants: • Individualized fit that virtually eliminates sizing compromises common with offthe shelf implants and often associated with pain after surgery • Designed to follow the shape and contour of each patient’s knee, which provides an increased potential for a more natural feeling knee • Maintains the patient’s natural joint lines to avoid instability, a common cause of patient dissatisfaction

The ConforMIS process starts with a patient CT scan through the hip, through the affected knee, and the ankle, which helps to virtually re-align the leg to neutral mechanical axis before implant design. Proprietary software converts the CT data into a 3D model of the patient’s knee.From this model, the software builds the femoral and tibial implants to match the unique size and shape of each knee.

In addition to the design of customized implants, ConforMIS has pioneered 3D printing technology for producing the instruments that are used to make bone cuts and place the implant.

“The new 3D technology provides a new standard for patients requiring a total knee replacement to regain their mobility,” states Royce.

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RONALD O. ROYCE, DO ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON Front Range Orthopaedics

4105 Briargate Parkway, Suite #300 Colorado Springs, Colorado 80920 Phone 719-473-3332; Fax 719-368-6870 ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON

Front Range Orthopaedics

4105 Briargate Parkway Suite 300 Colorado Springs, Colorado 80920 Phone 719-473-3332; Fax 719-368-6870 www.fro.com

EDUCATION

Bachelors in Science Fort Lewis College Durango, Colorado, 1976 RONALD O. ROYCE, D.O., Orthopedic Surgeon

Photo by Chris Waldron

Maters in Public Health The University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan, 1980 Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine Fort Worth, Texas, 1985

POST GRADUATE TRAINING Internship

Garden City Hospital Garden City, Michigan, 1985-1986

Residency

Doctors Hospital Columbus, Ohio, 1986-1990

Pediatric Orthopaedics

Dr. Royce has a special interest in knee arthritis that developed during his residency while receiving total joint replacement training at the Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston, a training affiliate of Harvard Medical School, in 1989. In 2004, he returned to Brigham & Women’s Hospital for a sabbatical fellowship on current approaches to treating arthritic patients.

Dr. Royce also completed an AO/ASIF fellowship in trauma at Visp, Switzerland. He serves as a team physician for USA Men’s Hockey Teams and provides local sports coverage to athletes.

719-473-3332

www.fro.com

The Children’s Hospital Harvard Medical School Boston, Massachusetts, April-September 1989

Total Joint Replacement Surgery Brigham and Women’s Hospital Harvard Medical School Boston, Massachusetts, Oct-Dec 1989

Fellowship

AO/ASIF Trauma Fellowship Regional Hospital Santa Maria Visp, Switzerland, January-February 1990 Biological Joint Replacement Fellowship Brigham and Women’s Hospital Cartilage Repair Center Harvard Medical School Boston, Massachusetts, April-June 2004

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Blue Star Recyclers: Focus on disABILITY! recycling, not from landfill management activity, despite the fact that we recycle only about onethird of our waste.

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lue Star Recyclers employee Leigh Schilling(pictured above) loves taking apart hard drives. “It’s like one big puzzle.

Not many people get to say they take apart stuff for fun,” she says. “My record is 175. I always try to outdo my record every single time.”

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has ethically recycled nearly 7 million pounds of electronic waste. It’s not hard to see the environmental impact of recycling that e-waste. Among the benefits are less hazardous materials filling landfills and the conservation of natural materials and energy. Less obvious, however, is the economic impact, especially as it pertains to Blue Star Recyclers and its mission of creating meaningful employment for people with disabilities.

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ecycling 75 percent of the nation’s waste will

create 1.5 million jobs by 2030, according to a Tellus Institute report, More Jobs, Less Pollution, prepared in conjunction with the National Resources Defense Council. Further, the report notes that 86 percent of the total jobs involving discarded waste actually come from

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lue Star CEO Bill Morris recycling is

the means to a much larger goal: creating jobs and changing lives. “I can’t stress enough how economically significant this is,” says Morris. “It’s not just because recycling e-waste creates local jobs, which is in itself a big deal. But it’s creating jobs specifically for people with autism and developmental disabilities, a population facing high unemployment and dependence on government assistance.” He notes that people with autism and developmental disabilities are superbly skilled at the methodical labor required to break down material to prepare e-waste for recycling. More, Blue Star boasts zero turnover, zero absenteeism and a nearly 98 percent engagement rate. That all translates into big dollars and cents.

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n the past six years, that’s nearly $1 million savings for Colorado Springs taxpayers, and more than$2 million in new local revenues. This year, Blue Star opened its first facility in Denver, where it employs seven people with autism.

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ess waste actually means more jobs, more

money flowing through the local and national economy, and improved environmental conditions. Recycling through Blue Star Recyclers provides the added bonus of helping to change the lives of adults with developmental disabilities through this important work.

Make the connection with Blue Star Recyclers: 1.

Help us keep up our destructive ways!

Blue Star accepts personal laptops, desktops, servers, printers, wire, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, appliances and even that ancient vacuum cleaner. The recycling fee you pay goes directly toward wages for our team to recycle and reclaim materials. Download a list of the items we accept and call ahead for times and drop-off locations.

2. Sign up your business for Blue Star’s pick-up service If you have a local business, ask us about our local pickup service for your e-waste. We handle electronics, hard drive destruction and fluorescent bulb recycling. Request a quote online.

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Consider making a onetime or a monthly tax-free donation to Blue Star Recyclers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social enterprise. Your money helps pay willing workers a fair wage, reducing your tax burden, changing lives and making Colorado Springs a cleaner, better place to live.

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How To Build Furniture o u t o f O l d S t u f f By Jennifer Blair

There’s something charming about a home that features unique furnishings, but it’s difficult to find one-of-a-kind pieces at large furniture chains. When you want a truly custom look for your furniture, building your own from repurposed items is usually the easiest -- and most budget-friendly -- way to go about it. Building furniture from used items can be a fun and creative weekend project even for novice do-it-yourselfers.

Find Materials

The first step in creating furniture from used or recycled items is to find building materials. You can make unique, quirky pieces from a variety of items. Old shutters can be turned into tables. Recycle a vintage window frame into a coffee table, desk or headboard. An old door can see new life as a table, headboard or bookcase. You can even use non-wood items to create new furniture pieces. A pile of vintage suitcases may make a one-of-a-kind end table, while an old traffic sign is the ideal top for a coffee table in an industrial styled room. Look for items in your basement, garage or attic that might make interesting furniture, and if you can’t find any inspiration at home, visit antique and thrift stores, or neighborhood yard sales.

Create a Design

Once you have the materials for your new furniture, it’s time to come up with a design. For example, if you’re turning a vintage window into a coffee table, you must decide what to use as legs and how tall you want them to be. You can use legs from an existing table that is broken or no longer used, or find other repurposed items to use. If your window frame still has glass, it can serve as the tabletop. However, if the glass is missing or you’re worried about potential breakage, you can use tempered glass to serve as the tabletop. If you want to build a cabinet, select appropriate hinges, knobs, handles and other hardware. If you’re not familiar with building furniture, ask for advice at your local home improvement or hardware store to ensure that the fastenings for your furniture are stable and secure.

Paint It

If the items that you’re using for your furniture are made of wood or metal, a fresh coat of paint can make them look like new. Before painting the furniture, remove existing paint. If the old paint is in a solid coat, remove it with stripper. Remove paint that’s chipped or mostly worn off with sandpaper, a wire brush or a paint-scraping tool. When choosing paint for your new furniture, choose latex wall paint with a satin finish for wood or acrylic indoor/outdoor paint for metal. Prime before painting the item or save a step by selecting paint with a primer built in.

Decorate It

If the materials you’ve used for your furniture, such as vintage suitcases, don’t themselves to painting, you can still decorate the piece for a custom look. Try decoupaging paper or fabric items on the surface of your furniture with decoupage or craft glue. Postcards, greeting cards, wrapping paper, vintage magazines, calendars, and letters are all ideal decoupage materials. If you’re fitting a table made from used items with a glass top, encase objects beneath the glass, such as photographs, silk flowers or pieces of fabric. You can also give a new tabletop a Mediterranean feel by creating a mosaic with pieces of broken tile.

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Denver Broncos’

Chris Harris:

Underdog No Longer

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By K im Ronkin

“Image used with permission from the Denver Broncos Football Club�

“Property of Chris Harris Jr.”

Denver Broncos corner back Chris Harris has a long list of accomplishments and accolades to his name but each one has been hard fought and pulled from both an intense work ethic and a daunting commitment to push forward. While some may know his story as a self-described “underdog,” Chris is more than a collection of statistics and highlight reels, his is a model of effort and the will to succeed in a sport that offers great challenges as well as rewards.

“I am definitely an underdog,” says Chris.

“I came into college with one offer so I started out as an underdog going to college. Coming into the NFL as the undrafted guy, I just kept that underdog mentality with me.” While he credits his underdog mentality with his success from the start, he hasn’t backed off one bit as he has gained recognition and a reputation as one of the premier corner backs in the NFL. His 2014 season earned him awards and ranked him as the best cornerback in the NFL by the sports statistics agency, Pro Football Focus.

The Broncos are certainly excited about their choice and his success as well as his integral role in the upcoming season.

Chris explains his football philosophy simply as hard work. “I try to give it my all every snap, every play and I never rest. I’m always the guy fighting out there till the whistles over and until the game’s over.” And while many athletes espouse this philosophy, his drive shows on game day because he lives his passion for football on the practice field, during the off season and throughout every aspect of his training and his life. “I push every day

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at practice and I end up playing the same way in the game.”

It appears to be more than just maintaining a rigorous training schedule that keeps him at the top of the field. Chris says, “I’m committed to my technique and my fundamentals that’s really what sets me apart from everybody.” As hediscusses his approach to his specific position he explains, “just being perfect on technique, angles; and on my position I have to be very precise and get around the angles.” Angles are the particulars and details that have seen his rise to such success. “That’s things I try to make sure I’m 100% on.”

He also ensures that his body is in peak shape, continuing his schedule during the off season and following a clean eating regime. “I try not to put a lot of junk in my body to destroy it.

In my position you have to do that because it’s all about running and you have to be fast so I just always try to eat clean and stay as light as possible.”

Even with all of this effort he recognizes that football is a physically demanding sport and the body has its limits. Chris experienced a severe injury during the 2014 AFC championship game, tearing his ACL (anterior cruciate ligament).

When asked at what point he realize that it was a severe injury he responds, “I figured right away because I’m very tough and I have a high tolerance for playing with injury … this particular injury I couldn’t play through it so I realized.” He was diagnosed with a 30% tear in his ACL and started the intense process of repair.

The “scars” have made Carissa beautiful inside and out.

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faster than anybody else from ACL and it was just because I was dedicated every day and I didn’t take any days off.”

While the rehab schedule did build in rest days he explains,“when I was scheduled to work I was thereand ready to work and even doing extra…I knew what it had to take. I mean I had a short window.” Chris’ ACL surgery took place in February and he had set his sights on a return for the first game of the season September 7th. His timeframe had a great deal to do with the expectations of his team, his fans and most importantly himself. Chris acknowledges that he drove himself extremely hard to meet that goal.“I had to stay on point to make sure I was there for the beginning of the season,” he explains.“I knew how bad the fans wanted me to make it to the first game. And so I just put that onus on me.”

“Image used with permission from the Denver Broncos Football Club”

Dr. James Andrews, from the Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine in Gulf Breeze, Florida performed the surgery on Chris’ knee. “That’s where I did my surgery and I did two and half weeks of rehab there and he helped me out a lot.” The surgery and rehab was a resounding success as Chris returned after six months, once again setting another record this time for the fastest recovery. When talking about Dr. Andrews and his helpful motivation to keep to the rehab schedule Chris remembers,“there’s one thing he always told me ‘if it’s one day of treatment that’s like missing two weeks’. I stuck that in my head and I always tried to keep that on my mind.”

Chris also credits the support of the Bronco’s training staff and long-time Head Athletic Trainer, Steve Antonopulos with his dramatic return.“Then I came back to the Broncos after that and Steve - we all call him“Greek” -he and his staff did a great job with me.”

The injury and the rehab experience gave Chris a perspective he hadn’t had before. “This is my first major injury,” Chris says. “It gives you a perspective on other guys. I mean a lot of other guys in the NFL have had surgeries and things like that. But I haven’t had any up to this point.”

And while some players might feel vulnerable after such an experience, Chris feels energized and even more confident in his body and his ability to recover. “It was something I could get over and if it happens again I know I can get over it again.”

When asked about the physicality of the game he shares his opinion that while the game has changed, the toll on the body has been mitigated by the collective bargaining agreement. He predicts that players will stay healthy and last a little longer in the league.

Staying true to Dr. Andrew’s advice, “I didn’t miss any treatments or any work outs and that’s really why I broke the record. I came back “Property of Chris Harris Jr.”

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However this new experience and perspective also offers Chris the ability to see his place in the NFL more clearly. “I’m one of the old guys now,” Chris jokes. “Coming in I always talked to Champ Bailey and a lot of those other veteran guys. Seeing what they did - playing at such a high level for so long.”

Yet his focus is still on the day to day and being in the best shape he can for his upcoming fifth season.

He recognizes the toll that a thousand snaps a year over the last four seasons takes on his body. “In the sport of football you have to take it day by day. That’s something I try to do. If you start looking ahead, the NFL can drive your mind crazy; I just try to look at it one day at a time.”

In contrast to that very sentiment are his thoughts about his baby daughter that drives him to consider options after football. He mentions possibilities such as broadcasting, talk radio or coaching. That thought it brings him back to his work with his own foundation – the Chris Harris Jr. Foundation – and his role as the underdog.

Jr. Student Success Challenge, which strives to support the children as they pledge to take a positive approach to school, chores, physical fitness and community service.

Here Chris has the opportunity to shine once again only this time it is off the field. He connects with these children as a fellow underdog and works to impart his own work ethic and drive teaching them that they have a chance to realize their own potential.

“I mean a lot of these kids don’t even know what it takes to get into college and the parents don’t know,” Chris says. “So we “Property of Chris Harris Jr.” educate them on that; we educate them on being healthy;getting out and getting that exercise that will go along way.” He shares his own experiences about being that underdog.

“I was never that five star, that high praise player coming up and I just “Property of Chris Harris Jr.” always fought through it.

So I try to give them that same motivation.”

While the foundation itself focuses mainly on the younger children, there are some high school kids

His website explains involved as well. Yet in a the foundation’s purpose more personal interaction as: “There are thousands he maintains relationships “Property of Chris Harris Jr.” of children in Denver and with many of the college across the country who are players who come home also Underdogs, and the Chris Harris Jr. Foundation to Dallas where he trains in the off season. Once is Chris’s way of helping those kids rise above their again Chris plays coach and mentor, “they all circumstances and strive for greatness.” come back and train with me here…that’s where I really kind a put my stamp on them.”

As part of this effort, Chris plays the role of coach and mentor sponsoring the Chris Harris

“First and foremost, I always tell them you

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can’t make it to the NFL unless you have your education. That’s the first thing I try to tell them,” he explains.

Chris believes in balance – it’s not all about football. He demonstrates this in his own life when he insists on carving out quality time to spend with his wife and daughter. Although he acknowledges it is sometimes hard to accomplish with his level of commitment to his training, on field performance as well as the foundation and mentoring those up and coming athletes. “I’m really a simple man I’m more of a home body. I just like to relax and hang out with my family.”

He credits his wife Leah and her support in his success including her involvement in so many of the aspects of his life. She is a prime part of the foundation and handles his marketing as well.

He calls her wife of the year and explains that she was a very important part of helping him get back from the ACL injury. Chris say, “We are definitely a team, that’s what marriage is all about.”

Yet when it comes to enjoying time away from football it is Leah who gets to experience the Colorado Lifestyle. With contract restrictions in place that prevent him from hitting the slopes that might cause an injury, Chris laughs when he talks about Leah getting to try all that Colorado has to offer.

However, he does have plans to take up golf. “My uncle, he’s been pushing me to play so much so I’m getting out there on the golf course.”

He is certain he will take up a new sport with the same tenacity he does everything else.

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Throughout his football career, Chris has consistently found himself playing the role of the Underdog.

Whether it was for his size or the fact that he went undrafted after a successful college career with a noncompetitive team, the odds have not always been in Chris’ favor. But no matter how difficult things got, the person that mattered most always knew that Chris was destined for success – Chris himself. But Chris acknowledges that he never would have been able to live his dream without people along the way that believed in him as much as he believed in himself.

This background is a big reason why Chris founded the Chris Harris Jr. foundation. There are thousands of children in Denver and across the country who are also Underdogs, and the Chris Harris Jr. Foundation is Chris’s way of helping those kids rise above their circumstances and strive for greatness. For Chris, every Underdog deserves a shot at success. Every summer Chris will hold a free Underdog Football Skills Academy in Denver as well as his hometown of Tulsa, OK to support young underdogs trying to live out their dreams.

Chris and Leah are also active in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, and in 2013 Chris is sponsoring the Chris Harris Jr. Student Success Challenge. The goal of the program is to get kids to make pledges about how they will approach school, chores, physical fitness and community service. Chris and Leah also each have a child in the program that they personally mentor. Chris is also an active voice speaking out against domestic violence, a problem Chris believes we can begin to solve if male athletes and role models take a proactive stand against it. The Chris Harris Jr. foundation will always look at identifying groups that may be overlooked and find ways to support them and put them in the spotlight. Chris is looking forward to many years of helping Underdogs reach their potential.

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Tips to Stay Safe While Travelling Alone

By Joann Timberlake

Solo travel can be fascinating in many ways, from exploring unknown islands in Southeast Asia, to trekking the tallest mountains in the Himalayas; the thought of travelling alone has inspired many people to take the plunge and go explore the world by themselves. Wherever your dream destination might be, or even if you’re planning that trip you’ve been dreaming about for years; it’s vital to know how to stay safe while on the road! Here are some essential tips, to not only make your trip safer, but fun and unforgettable, for many years to come:

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Inform your bank before you travel.

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Stay away from troubled destinations.

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Get to know the locals.

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However, learn to say no sometimes.

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Pack safety travel gear

It’s always a good idea to call up your bank and inform them about your plans and where you’re heading(especially if you’re visiting multiple countries). Banks will often block your card if they see many charges in a short period of time or if they feel there was suspicious activity on your account. You don’t want to be left stranded in a far away destination without access to your funds(especially if you’re alone)! It’s also a good plan to get a back up card in case something goes wrong.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in your home country will have the latest up to date advice about which countries have unrest, political instability or terrorism concerns. If you’re feeling adventurous and choose to travel anyway, always inform your embassy and give them a detailed itinerary about your plans - if something goes wrong, they would know where to find you and inform your next of kin accordingly. A good tip would be to save the phone number of the local embassy and inform someone back home of your itinerary.

The world is full of great people that will help you if you get stuck. Always try to make friends with a local, you will get more insight into the culture, visit places less known to tourists and more importantly - Locals know the ins and outs of the city you’re in and can save you a buck or two!

In most countries, locals are so hospitable and get out of their way to help you and make friends, that it can be quite overwhelming sometimes if you’re travelling alone. Learn to respectfully s ay no in the local language - local gestures can be quite helpful also to get away from annoying or embarrassing situations.

Having the number of the local tourist police in your phone can help. You’ll probably never need them, however, having an extra “way out” in case things go bad, always helps.

Companies like P acsafe and E agle creek have a wide range of travel gadgets to help you feel safe on the road.

Just make sure you don’t overpack and overthink it. Choose products that will make your life easy and feel they are useful.

These are five simple travel tips to help make life easier while travelling alone. Wherever you plan on heading on your travels, always make sure to stay safe, just don’t over think it - and have fun!

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Teen Sleep Habits: What Should You Do?

By JT Rothlin - National Sleep Foundation

Almost 70 percent of high school students are not getting the recommended hours of sleep on school nights, according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Researchers found insufficient sleep (< 8 hours on an average school night) to be associated with a number of unhealthy activities, such as: • Drinking soda or pop 1 or more times per day (not including diet soda or diet pop) • Not participating in 60 minutes of physical activity on 5 or more of the past 7 days • Using computers 3 or more hours each day • Being in a physical fight 1 or more times • Cigarette use • Alcohol use • Marijuana use • Current sexual activity • Feeling sad or hopeless • Seriously considering attempting suicide

function during the day, you should seek the assistance of a physician or other health professional.

Before visiting your physician, consider keeping a diary of your sleep habits for about ten days to discuss at the visit.

Include the following in your sleep diary, when you: • • • • •

Go to bed.

• Go to sleep.

Wake up.

• Get out of bed.

Take naps.

• Exercise.

Consume alcohol and how much.

Consume caffeinated beverages and how much.

The National Sleep Foundation recommends that teenagers receive between 8.5 hours and 9.25 hours each night.

Adolescents not getting sufficient sleep each night may be due to changes in the sleep/wake‐cycle, as well as, everyday activities, such as employment, recreational activities, academic pressures, early school start times, and access to technology.

The following sleep health tips are recommended by the National Sleep Foundation: • Go to bed at the same time each night and rise at the same time each morning.

• Make sure your bedroom is a quiet, dark, and relaxing environment, which is neither too hot, nor too cold.

• Make sure your bed is comfortable and use it only for sleeping and not for other activities, such as reading, watching TV, or listening to music. Remove all TVs, computers, and other “gadgets” from the bedroom.

• Avoid large meals a few hours before bedtime. If your sleep problems persist or if they interfere with how you feel or

More information on Sleep and Sleep Disorders can be found at http://www.cdc.gov/sleep/about_sleep/index.htm

For further information—and a more comprehensive listing of recommended hours of sleep for different age groups. See the National Sleep Foundation Web site at http:// www.sleepfoundation.org/site

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EMPOWER YOUTH Students at a Denver high-school participate in an activity from the Empower Youth Program.

our mission is to eradicate child exploitation and engage culture in creative solutions

Last year, almost 100 minors

were recovered out of circumstances in which they were being exploited for sex in Colorado. Though the commercial sexual exploitation of children – otherwise known as child sex trafficking – is a growing problem, efforts to eradicate child exploitation in Colorado just got stronger.

Colorado. Through this partnership, PEAK offers support to schools and other youth service entities in Colorado that want to utilize the Empower Youth Program. This support can include everything from response protocol consultation to therapeutic services for students.

PEAK’s Shelli Howard says, "It's This spring, iEmpathize released The imperative we assist our communities in educating our families and youth on Empower Youth Program, an exploitation prevention curriculum. how to identify and avoid exploitation.

The program provides youth with We know the danger exists in every community, and schools empowering, actionable are a very vulnerable strategies to stay safe from place for exploitation to exploitation. Youth learn to not talk about it.” occur. iEmpathize’s discern the difference between people who are nurturing and programming delivers comprehensive safe and those who are exploitative and education on this sensitive, yet very real subject in a way kids relate to. We dangerous. Designed for use in classrooms, youth service programs, in can't afford to not talk about it." home, or any atmosphere where adults work with teens, this program gives "No one saw what was happening to me,” says Christine, a survivor of child teens tools to stay safe and successful. sex trafficking. “If there had been a In addition, iEmpathize is proud to program such as The Empower Youth announce a partnership with PEAK Program [when I was in school], adults (Preventing Exploitation through and peers in my life would have been Awareness and Knowledge). PEAK is a aware of the indicators of exploitation service of Excelsior Youth Center, and been able to intervene. Students, which has a long history of serving teachers, friends and community members are now able to know what to children and their families in

look for and how to intervene; you can literally change the course of someone's life.”

Learn more about how this empowering program can be used in your school or organization by visiting: iEmpathize.org/Empower/teens

PJ, a Denver native, shares his story in the Empower Youth Program.

The Art of Lemonade!

Alternative Ways to Prepare America’s Favorite Summer Beverage Basic Lemonade

For Fruit Lemonade

yields six 8-ounce servings 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice 2 cups Simple Syrup I (recipe follows) 3 cups water ice

Add 1/2 to 1 cup fresh fruit puree (strained to remove seeds if desired) to basic lemonade recipe. You can also add fresh or bottled fruit juice (like cranberry juice) for part of the simple syrup and water.

Stir lemon juice, simple syrup, water and ice together in a pitcher and serve.

Simple Syrup I (one part sugar to two parts water)

For Tea Lemonade

1 cup granulated sugar 2 cups water Stir together in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Let cool and transfer to a bottle. Chill until ready to use.

Additions for flavored syrup: fresh mint, tarragon, basil, thyme, rosemary, lavender buds (make sure you buy culinary lavender or use homegrown without pesticides), organic edible flowers, slices of fresh ginger, whole spices, etc.

Add the herbs/flowers/spices when the syrup is still hot. Let steep for at least 30 minutes. The longer it steeps, the stronger the flavor will be. Strain to remove the solids and transfer the flavored syrup to a jar and refrigerate. Use within a week. (It will keep for a little longer, but is best when fresh.)

3/4 cup fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup honey or simple syrup, to taste 3 cups brewed tea, chilled Stir together and serve over ice.

Simple Syrup II 1 cup sugar 1 cup water Bring to a boil to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat and transfer to a jar and refrigerate.

For Lemonade Concentrate Mix 1 cup fresh lemon juice with the Simple Syrup II. Chill.

Make a glass of lemonade by using 1/3 cup concentrate and 2/3 cup cold water. (You might need more water — dilute it according to your personal preference.)

Martha’s Recipe for Fruit Lemonade 1 lb. fresh fruit (cherries, strawberries, peaches, etc.)

1 cup sugar 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice 8-10 cups of water or more to dilute to desired strength Puree fruit, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit for sugar to dissolve.

Add cold water. Taste and adjust sugar or lemon juice.

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ALS Clinic at Colorado Neurological Institute Designated as Recognized ALS Treatment Center CNI and The ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter offer patients quality treatment options.

Since Colorado Neurological Institute (CNI) and The ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter initiated the ALS Clinic in August of 2012, the number of patients seen on a clinic day has increased by over 100%. To meet the growing needs of the community, as of May 4, 2015, CNI has begun hosting fullday clinics, which can accommodate up to 11 patients in a day.

As the ALS Clinic has expanded, prominent organizations have begun to take notice such as the national ALS Association.

and the care coordination within the team but also with the ALS Association and outside agencies,” says Ellen Belle, MA, PT. “At the clinic we focus on patient needs but also patient and caregive-r quality of life.”

In April, CNI was designated as a Recognized AL.S Treatment Center by the national ALS Association. This designation is based on the clinic’s collaborative model with The ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter’s staff, inclusive staffing and the number of patients served currently.

About Colorado Neurological Institute: Colorado Neurological Institute (CNI) has been providing research, patient services and education for persons with neurological conditions and their caregivers since 1988. As the only nonprofit organization in the- Rocky Mountain Region of its kind, CNI offers patients easy access to comprehensive, stateof-the-art care, support services, clinical trials, outpatient neuro rehab, counseling and more. Learn more at www.thecni.org.

Additionally, in April, CNI was accepted for membership in the Northeast ALS Consortium. NEAL.S is an international, independent, nonprofit group of researchers who collaboratively conduct clinical research in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and other motor neuron diseases.

NEALS has just over TWO member organizations. Their mission is to translate scientific advances into new treatments for people with ALS and motor neuron disease as rapidly as possible. With the assistance of NEAL.S, CNI hopes to join some large multi-site ALS trials and contribute towards the many efforts to find a cure.

On a clinic day, patients are evaluated by a neurologist, pulmonologist, physiatrist, nurse,social worker, dietician, wheelchair company representative, counselor, along with physical, occupational, speech and res piratory therapists.

Swedish Medical Center collaborates in providing respiratory therapy and funding for a dietician.

Marc Treihaft, MD, is the Medical Director of the CNI ALS Clinic. He is board certified in neurology, electromyography and electrodiagnosis. He has treated individuals with ALS for 30 years.Ellen Belle, MA, PT, is the Clinic Coordinator for the CNI ALS Clinic and Director of Patient Services at CNI. Leslie Ryan, MSPT, is the Care Services Director at The ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter and she also helps to coordinate the clinic.

“Our multidisciplinary clinic provides a caring and comprehensive environment for patients and families affected by this devastating disease. We offer advanced treatment options. such as diaphragm pacing, to appropriately selected patients,” says Marc Treihaft, MD.

‘The clinic offers one stop care for individuals with a complex disease. Patients and families appreciate the high quality of care provided

“When I come to CNI for the ALS Clinic, I feel like I’m coming home,” says Dan Evert, a person with ALS and clinic participant.

A b o u t T h e - A L S A s s o c i at i on R o c k y M o un ta i n C h a p t er : The ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter’s mission is to improve the quality of life for A LS patients and their families and to provide­support services ta help them manage throughout the progression of the disease. The Rocky Mountain Chapter provides care-, comfort, and a community that links patients and families to others who share this common struggle-. TheALS Association also strives to lead the fight ta treat and cure ALS through global research and nationwide advocacy. Learn more at www.alsaco.org.

About ALS: ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) or Lou Gehrig’s disease is a degenerative ne-uromuscular disease that affects the brain and spinal cord’s ne-rve cells, which control the body’s skeletal muscles. Early visible signs of ALS include weakness in the hands or legs or slurring of speech. As the “disease progresses, paralysis of the voluntary muscles occurs, impacting speech, swallowing, breathing capabilities and overall mobility.

CSHP Expands Team of Providers Colorado Springs Health Partners’brings on a new Urgent Care Provider and a new Family Medicine Provider, as well as three new Nurse Practitioners, as they continue providing quality, patient-centered care to the Pikes Peak region.

David Ross, DO will serve as an Urgent Care physician at CSHP’s Medical Center Point location at the corner of Union and Fillmore. Dr. Ross has over 30 years’ experience in emergency medicine and serves on several local medical advisory boards. Joining CSHP’s new Monument facility on Jackson Creek Parkway on the Family Medicine side is Erin Raser, PA-C. Erin has a broad base of experience as a Physician Assistant in both military and civilian settings.

Along with Family Medicine, this facility also houses Urgent Care, X-Ray services, walk-in lab, and specialty services, including Dermatology, Podiatry, and Otolaryngology (ENT-Ear, Nose and Throat). The current Monument Urgent Care hours are 11 am to 7 pm and appointments are not needed. CSHP’s Medical Center Point Urgent Care also added Kate Keen, PA-C to their team as they look to expand patient access there.

CSHP is also adding to its inpatient provider roster to accommodate the expanding demand in our community for hospital and skilled nursing facility patient care.

Lisa Galaider, FNP, ACNP, Gina Kaufman, FNP and Jen Creighton, DNP will practice with CSHP’s hospitalist and post-acute/long term care teams.All three providers have extensive experience in health care in our community in the inpatient and outpatient environments. CSHP hospitalists provide inpatient care for patients through both hospital systems and the SNF/PALTC team serves several local facilities.

Colorado Springs Health Partners is a physician driven, locally operated, multi-specialty medical practice, and a subsidiary of DaVita HealthCare Partners. CSHP is proud to offer quality health care to residents of the Pikes Peak Community through its 145+ providers in 10 practice locations throughout the region, including three Urgent Care locations. Committed to a coordinated, integrated system of care, CSHP offers primary care and full service diagnostics, ambulatory surgery services, urgent care, hospitalist medicine, health management, a sleep center and more than 20 medical specialties. Find out more at www.cshp.net.

Dr. David Ross has over 30 years’ experience in emergency medicine and serves on several local medical advisory boards.

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UCHealt h Eye Cent er announc e s g rand openin g World-class, academic ophthalmology clinic reopens in Denver

After an extensive expansion and remodeling project, the UCHealth Eye Center has now reopenedand is one of the largest eye centers in the nation. Located on the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, the academic-based eye center offers highly specialized care for patients and nationally renowned research.

The 67 full-time faculty members who practice at the UCHealth Eye Center already treat over 100,000 patients a year, and after an expansion project that almost tripled its size, the 135,000 square foot Eye Center now has room to care for far more patients.

“Over the past several years, the demand for our eye specialists has grown so rapidly that, even after extending our clinic hours, we were still barely able to care for all the patients who requested appointments,” said Naresh Mandava, MD, Executive Director of the UCHealth Eye Center, Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Chair in Retinal Diseases.“Now the UCHealth Eye Center will be a resource for the entire Rocky Mountain region, serving patients with the most complex, sight-threatening conditions as well as those who need less complex care.”

The physicians at the UCHealth Eye Center, all faculty of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, are at the forefront of discovering and researching the most advanced treatments for eye diseases and have received numerous patents for their ground breaking work. This innovation is critically important as the numbers of people affected by diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration are rapidly increasing.

“We are very proud of the translational research that has developed from within our department and are excited to see that research come to fruition with new vision-saving and restorative treatments not only for our own patients but for patients throughout the world,” said Dr. Richard Davidson, Vice Chair for Quality and Clinical Affairs for the UCHealth Eye Center.

The UCHealth Eye Center is home to three dedicated operating rooms, an eyeglass retail shop, a full-service ocular diagnostics and imaging center as well as a complete suite for LASIK and other vision-correction procedures.

At the center of the project is a research area and stateof-the-art laboratories that will build on the recent discoveries by the ophthalmologists and scientists in the University of Colorado School of Medicine.The CU Department of Ophthalmology was the first to research stimulation of the retina with photovoltaic nanoparticles, which have the potential to restore sight to patients with blinding retinal diseases. The UCHealth Eye Center was the first academic medical center in the United States to commercially perform femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery.

The Eye Center has four, satellite patient-care centers located in Boulder, Cherry Creek, Downtown Denver, and Park Meadows. Additionally, the Eye Center’s physicians have been ranked among 5280 Magazine’s Top Doctors.

About University of Colorado Hospital

University of Colorado Hospital is the Rocky Mountain region’s leading academic medical center. UCH is best known as an innovator in patient care and often as one of the first hospitals to bring new medicine to the patients’ bedside. University HealthSystem Consortium named UCH the #1 Academic Medical Center in quality in the nation in both 2011 and 2012, and U.S. News & World Reportnamed University of Colorado Hospital the best hospital in Colorado in 2012 and 2013. UCH is one of five Colorado hospitals that make up University of Colorado Health. The hospital’s physicians are affiliated with the University of Colorado School of Medicine, part of the University of Colorado system.

Based on the expansive Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO, the hospital is where patient care, research and education converge to establish the future of health care delivery.

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New 3D Mammography and ‘Sensory Suite’

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital Spa-like ‘Sensory Suite’ is the first in the State of Colorado

Castle Rock, CO (May 20, 2015) - Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus is introducing a new way to have a mammogram while offering the latest in mammogram technology. On June 4, 2015, the hospital willbegin offering state-of-the art 3D Mammograms. It’s the first healthcare facility in Castle Rock to use the 3D technology. At the same time, the hospital will also be unveiling its new ‘Sensory Suite,’ which allows patients to choose their environment during their 3D mammogram. They can choose from Seaside, Garden or Waterfall. The new Sensory Suite is the first and only one in Colorado and is designed to soothe a woman’s senses to distract her from the perceived discomfort, pain or anxiety of a mammogram.

“There’s always that underlying worry that the exam may find cancer,” says Jinnah Phillips, M.D., Radiologist and Women’s Imaging Specialist at Castle Rock Adventist Hospital. “For this reason, patients are often very tense and nervous. The idea behind creating a more pleasant and spalike experience is to take away some of that anxiety.”

When patients arrive at the Breast Care Center, they’re given comfortable heated gowns, a warm blanket and a tablet to use as a remote. They can choose to be surrounded by scenes of a garden with birds chirping, a waterfall or an ocean scene with waves crashing on the shore. In the exam room, flat-screen LED monitors on the wall display the soothing videos and photos and project relaxing sounds while the air in the room is infused with a light, calming fragrance. The Sensory Suite engages three of a woman’s senses: sight, sound and smell.

Statistics show 1 in 4 women do not undergo their annual mammogram out of worry or fear. Dr. Phillips explains “by transforming the procedure into a more soothing and calming experience, our goal is to encourage women to get mammogram screenings on a regular basis.

You can’t change a mammography exam, but you can change the experience of it.” By upgrading from 2D to 3D mammograms, the hospital will now provide the best digital imaging technology available, says Phillips. “Not only do 3D mammograms better identify abnormalities and improve diagnostic accuracy, they also increase detection of invasive breast cancer by 40 percent. And, there’s a 40 percent reduction in patient callbacks. Early detection saves lives and that’s the ultimate goal,” says Dr. Phillips.

About Castle Rock Adventist Hospital

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital, located just west of I-25 off Meadows Parkway, offers leading medical experts, cutting edge technology and a broad array of clinical services. We are committed to excellence in health care. Castle Rock offers a Level III Trauma Center, 24/7 ER, comprehensive orthopedic surgery, 3D mammography and a full complement of outpatient imaging services. The BirthPlace has quickly become the place to deliver a baby in the metro area. Castle Rock Adventist Hospital offers health care excellence, close to home.

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To learn more about Castle Rock Adventist Hospital’s Mammography Services, visit our website: http://www.castlerockhospital.org/crh/specialties/mammography/

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The Nature-Based Therapy Revival

Western society has become more and more industrialized and urbanized. People in industrialized nations now spend more than 90% of their lives indoors. Our time spent outside, surrounded by nature, is estimated at only 1% - 5%. As a modern society we have become increasingly disconnected from the natural world. For millennia we have existed in a very close relationship with the natural world, and have been intrinsically connected to the rhythms of our natural environment, from our water and food, to the changing of the seasons. Human evolution has been so closely intertwined with our environment that our need for a relationship with nature must reside in our very genes. Our genetic make-up has barely changed over the last 10000 years: an almost insignificant change of 0.005%.

Therefore it would seem that despite our modern society and technological advancements, we are still genetically hardwired to need to co-exist in close relationship with the natural environment. As humans we seem to have an innate need to be close to nature and living things. We seem drawn, almost unconsciously, to activities, which involve the natural environment. Research suggests human identity, emotional wellbeing, and personal fulfillment depend on our relationship with nature.

Many researchers now believe that conflicts can arise between our modern society’s disconnection from the natural world and our in-built need to relate to it, creating a series of internal mental conflicts, which can give rise to emotional, behavioral and addictive problems. Given our seemingly in-built requirement for interaction with the natural world for our physical and mental well-being, it would appear that there is a strong need for us to finds ways of re-integrating nature back into our lives, so that we can redress the balance.

A Solution

Mankind’s use of nature to enhance wellbeing, physically, mentally and spiritually, has been around probably as long as humans have existed. It is only in more recent times, largely due to industrialization and urbanization, that man has become more and more disconnected and isolated from the natural world. In our modern society, that in-built need for relationship with nature has become disrupted, leaving us unbalanced and open to a variety of mental and emotional problems. Research has shown that just spending time outdoors in green space can have significant benefits on your mental wellbeing. This can be as simple as spending some time gardening, or sitting in your local park, or spending quality time with a pet, or going for a walk in the countryside.

Ecotherapies such as Wilderness Therapy, Pet-Assisted Therapy, Equine- Assisted Therapy, Nature Awareness, Green Therapy, Horticultural Therapy and Walking Therapy, all take this concept much further by actively utilizing a connection with nature as part of the therapeutic process to enhance your psychological and spiritual health and well-being.

Ecotherapy and Traditional Talking Therapies

Compared to many traditional talking therapies, ecotherapy is often focused much more on experiential learning.

Participants learn and change through engagement and immersing themselves in the environment and activities, as well as by talking about and sharing their insights and experiences. Because of this change can often occur without the lengthy discussion often associated with many talking therapies. The aim is to help you to...

• Challenge your perceived limitations and unhelpful thought patterns, and develop greater awareness of your own strengths, through the use of the natural environment and challenging nature-based activities.

• Develop a deeper understanding of how you relate to others, yourself, and your life, by reflecting on any symbolic or metaphorical relationships between the nature-based activities and your own life • Process your new understanding and learning through sharing thoughts and reflections in a relaxed, safe, constructive, supportive, non-judgmental and respectful environment • Integrate your new learning and positive resources so that they become available in your everyday life

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Building trust, both in yourself and others Promoting confidence and self-esteem Lifting mood and reduce depression Reduction of anxiety and stress Helping to deal with anger Enhanced motivation Promotion of respect for oneself, others and nature Improvement in communication skills Improvement in psychological and spiritual health and well-being Promotion of team building and relationship building skills Learning to be in the here and now Connecting to a sense of wonder Putting your life into perspective Encouraging individuals to take responsibility for their own actions Developing independence and creativity Improved problem solving and life skills Learning that you can and do achieve things you never thought possible

Who might ecotherapy be suitable for?

People who...

• like the outdoors • have an interest in nature • are perhaps interested in bush craft skills • have an interest in environmental issues • enjoy camping / walking / biking / climbing / other outdoor activities • want to learn to feel more relaxed, balanced and centered • perhaps wish to develop more awareness of their thoughts and behaviors • need to develop trust and belief in themselves or others • would like to learn to change how they relate to nature, themselves and others • would like to develop their natural intuition / listen to their heart / gut instinct • want to develop a connection with the spirit of nature (spirit in a non religious sense) • already feel a deep connection with the sprit of nature • wouldn’t normally feel comfortable visiting a counselor • prefer to learn by doing and being • want to try something different

The Approach

The approach is highly experiential and integrates elements of different ecotherapies with more traditional therapies. It including Natural Awareness Therapy, Nature Awareness, Wilderness Therapy, Contemporary Psychotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming(NLP), Self Relations Psychotherapy, Counseling, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness, Gestalt Therapy, Mind-body practices, Shamanism, and Life Coaching. I’m sure you can begin to imagine the amazing benefits of combining these powerful approaches in an outdoor environment.

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Healthy Vision: Take care of your eyes!

Care for your eyes to make them last for life

Taking care of your vision should be a priority, just like eating healthy and engaging in physical activity. Having healthy vision can help keep you safe when you are driving, while at work, home or school, participating in sports, or taking part in recreational activities. Fortunately, many eye problems and diseases can be treated if caught early.

To make sure you keep seeing clearly, get a comprehensive dilated eye exam as often as your eye care professional recommends. An eye care professional will examine your eyes for signs of vision problems or eye diseases. It’s the best way to find out if you need glasses or contacts, or are in the early stages of an eye disease.

You should have a comprehensive dilated eye exam regularly to check for common eye problems. If you haven’t had an exam for some time, schedule one this month. CDC’s Vision Health Initiative and the National Eye Institute are encouraging Americans to take care of their eyes to make sure they can see well throughout their lives.

Visit an eye care professional if you have decreased vision, eye pain, drainage or redness of the eye, double vision, or diabetes, or if you see flashes of light, floaters (tiny specks that appear to float before your eyes), or circles (halos) around light sources.

There are nine ways you can help protect your vision: 1. Get a comprehensive dilated eye exam for yourself and your family members.

2. Know your family’s eye health history. It’s important to know if anyone has been diagnosed with an eye disease or condition, since many are hereditary.

3. Eat right to protect your sight—in particular, eat plenty of dark leafy greens such as spinach, kale, or collard greens, and fish that is high in omega-3 fatty acids such as salmon, albacore tuna, trout and halibut.

4. Maintain a healthy weight.

5. Wear protective eyewear when playing sports or doing activities around the home, such as painting, yard work, and home repairs.

6. Quit smoking or never start.

7. Wear sunglasses that block 99 percent to100 percent of ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation.

8. Clean your hands prior to taking out your contact lens and be sure to cleanse your contact lenses properly to avoid the risk of infection.

9. Practice workplace eye safety.

Taking care of your eyes also may benefit your overall health. People with vision problems are more likely than those with good vision to have diabetes, poor hearing, heart problems, high blood pressure, lower back pain and stroke, as well as have increased risk for falls, accidents, and depression. Among people age 65 and older, 54.2 percent of those who are blind and 41.7 percent of those with impaired vision say their overall health is fair or poor. Just 21.5 percent of older Americans without vision problems reported fair to poor health.

Although older adults tend to have more vision problems, preschoolers may not see as well as they should. Just one out of seven preschoolers receives an eye screening, and fewer than one out of four receives some type of vision screening. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends vision screening for all children ages 3 to 5 years to find conditions such as amblyopia, or lazy eye, which can be treated effectively if caught early.

CDC’s Vision Health Initiative team works with partners to promote vision health and quality of life for all populations, through all life stages, by preventing and controlling eye diseases, eye injury, and vision loss resulting in disability. The initiative is part of CDC’s Division of Diabetes Translation.

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How to Keep Hands Soft

Every single day we use our hands to handle so many things. This may range from papers, potholders, sponges, steering wheels and so much more. Just like our feet these extremities also need some time to rest especially if we work in the office and typing is essential. Nobody wants carpal tunnel syndrome (numbing fingers) and most especially rough and manly palms. Just imagine shaking hands when meeting new people, wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it be nice to accompany your elegance with soft hands as well? This article will give you tips on how to get soft, supple palms and forearms without having to resort to spas and such.

Wash your hands

After a stressful day, your hands are stressed too. So, during your night-time routine make sure you wash them with warm water and a trusted moisturizing soap, this is to remove dirt, dust and what-not on the surface of your tips, palms and everything in between. This is also important for hygienic purposes, not only do you achieve more relaxed hands youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also getting rid of any disease-causing microorganisms you might have contracted during the day.

Hand Spa

Hand Spas are expensive, so why not do it at home? All you need is a bowl of warm water. You can add your favorite aroma scent to get a spa like ambience. Next, you need to soak your hands for about ten minutes. Also, if you have spare honey lying around you can put an ample amount on your palms and rub them gently together. Soak again. This will soften any hard areas and leave you hands feeling supple.

Hand Cleansing/Exfoliating

After your spa experience get moisturizing soap (bar or liquid) and put some on a wash-cloth or a soft bath stone. You can choose any moisturizing soap that you like; recommended soaps are apricot and Aloe Vera. Using your wash cloth or bath stone gently massage your palms, the back of the palms and between fingers to relieve stress and tension. Then, rinse your hands and pat dry with a soft towel.

Moisturize

The final step to achieve soft, smooth and supple hands is to moisturize. You can use a regular moisturizing lotion, body butter or you could opt to use a hand cream filled with minerals that help calloused and rough hands become smoother and suppler. Apply an ample amount on your palms and rub your hands together while massaging until the skin absorbs the moisturizer.

Always remember that your hands, like your feet need spas and massages too, especially because you always use your hands to handle so many things and it is also easily noticed. So take care of your hands with these easy steps you can definitely keep your hands soft, smooth and supple without breaking the bank.

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How to Improve Your Memory Part 1 of 2 Tips and Exercises to Sharpen Your Mind and Boost Brainpower

A strong memory depends on the health and vitality of your brain.

Whether you’re a student studying for final exams, a working professional interested in doing all you can to stay mentally sharp, or a senior looking to preserve and enhance your grey matter as you age, there are lots of things you can do to improve your memory and mental performance.

Harnessing the power of your brain

They say that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but when it comes to the brain, scientists have discovered that this old adage simply isn’t true. The human brain has an astonishing ability to adapt and change—even into old age.

This ability is known as neuroplasticity. With the right stimulation, your brain can form new neural pathways, alter existing connections, and adapt and react in ever-changing ways. The brain’s incredible ability to reshape itself holds true when it comes to learning and memory. You can harness the natural power of neuroplasticity to increase your cognitive abilities, enhance your ability to learn new information, and improve your memory.

Improving memory tip 1: or sleep

Don’t skimp on exercise

Just as an athlete relies on sleep and a nutrition-packed diet to perform his or her best, your ability to remember increases when you nurture your brain with a good diet and other healthy habits.

When you exercise the body, you exercise the brain

Treating your body well can enhance your ability to process and recall information. Physical exercise increases oxygen to your brain and reduces the risk for disorders that lead to memory loss, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Exercise may also enhance the effects of helpful brain chemicals and protect brain cells.

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When you’re sleep deprived, your brain can’t operate at full capacity. Creativity, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking skills are compromised. Whether you’re studying, working, or trying to juggle life’s many demands, sleep deprivation is a recipe for disaster. But sleep is critical to learning and

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memory in an even more fundamental way. Research shows that sleep is necessary for memory consolidation, with the key memoryenhancing activity occurring during the deepest stages of sleep.

Improving memory tip 2:

Make time for friends and fun

When you think of ways to improve memory, do you think of “serious” activities such as wrestling with the New York Times crossword puzzle or mastering chess strategy, or do more lighthearted pastimes—hanging out with friends or enjoying a funny movie—come to mind? If you’re like most of us, it’s probably the former. But countless studies show that a life that’s full of friends and fun comes with cognitive benefits.

Healthy relationships: the ultimate memory booster?

Humans are highly social animals. We’re not meant to survive, let alone thrive, in isolation. Relationships stimulate our brains—in fact, interacting with others may be the best kind of brain exercise. Research shows that having meaningful relationships and a strong support system are vital not only to emotional health, but also to brain health. In one recent study from the Harvard School of Public Health, for example, researchers found that people with the most active social lives had the slowest rate of memory decline. There are many ways to start taking advantage of the brain and memory-boosting benefits of socializing. Volunteer, join a club, make it a point to see friends more often, or reach out over the phone. And if a human isn’t handy, don’t overlook the value of a pet—especially the highly-social dog.

Laughter is good for your brain

You’ve heard that laughter is the best medicine, and that holds true for the brain and the memory as well as the body.

Unlike emotional responses, which are limited to specific areas of the brain, laughter engages multiple regions across the whole brain. Furthermore, listening to jokes and working out punch lines activates areas of the brain vital to learning and creativity. As psychologist Daniel Goleman notes in his book Emotional Intelligence, “laughter… seems to help people think more broadly and associate more freely.”

Looking for ways to bring more laughter in your life? Start with these basics: • Laugh at yourself. Share your embarrassing moments. The best way to take ourselves less seriously is to talk about the times when we took ourselves too seriously.

• When you hear laughter, move toward it. Most of the time, people are very happy to share something funny because it gives them an opportunity to laugh again and feed off the humor you find in it. When you hear laughter, seek it out and ask, “What’s funny?”

• Spend time with fun, playful people. These are people who laugh easily—both at themselves and at life’s absurdities—and who routinely find the humor in everyday events. Their playful point of view and laughter are contagious.

• Surround yourself with reminders to lighten up. Keep a toy on your desk or in your car. Put up a funny poster in your office.

Choose a computer screensaver that makes you laugh. Frame photos of you and your family or friends having fun.

• Pay attention to children and emulate them. They are the experts on playing, taking life lightly, and laughing.

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Benefits of Prenatal Yoga

BY ELIZABETH DANISH

Proponents of yoga tend to be high in praise for the activity, which can improve agility, flexibility, balance, posture and eliminate all manner of aches and pains. And it’s not just yoga practitioners (yogi and yogini) either who praise the activity, as it’s not uncommon to find your doctor recommending yoga for a whole range of problems.

On top of these many benefits, yoga is also very useful for pregnancy and there are many benefits that a pregnant woman can benefit from. Here we will look at just some of the benefits of yoga for women who are pregnant.

Mind/Body Awareness

Yoga involves using many very fine muscle movements that require you to be highly aware of your body and what your muscles are doing. This in turn can help you to be more aware of the changes that your body is going through when you enter pregnancy, and to thereby adapt to them more gracefully.

Back Pain

Back pain is commonly associated with pregnancy due to the extra weight that the mother is carrying and to the change in posture that this can bring about. Yoga emphasizes the importance of posture and teaches correct stance, while at the same time helping to strengthen supportive muscles that can help keep the pregnant mother more upright. Studies have demonstrated that it can help to prevent back and leg pain as well as swelling and insomnia.

Stress Relief

Yoga is also an excellent form of stress relief that can help to calm the mind and improve focus. It is a highly beneficial tool for getting through some of the rigors of pregnancy. When you practice any form of exercise this results in the release of endorphins in the brain, which are natural antidepressants and able to help reverse some of the negative hormonal changes experiences during pregnancy.

Flexibility

By improving flexibility yoga can help to reduce the chance of injury. At the same time by stretching the ligaments in the pelvic and hip area yoga and reduce labor pains.

Circulation

Yoga improves blood circulation, which is highly important at all times and particularly in pregnancy. This will help to minimize issues surrounding water retention and edema and will make sure that nutrients are delivered efficiently to both the mother and the fetus.

Muscles

At the same time as helpful teach how to contract and to breathe during childbirth, yoga will also improve those muscles that are used in the process. Yoga’s gentle movements and static holds are designed to train the ‘deep’ muscles that other forms of exercise might not be able to impact.

General Health

Prenatal yoga isn’t all about preparing for the pregnancy; it’s also about staying active while you are pregnant. Most women who have a current fitness regime will find that their becoming pregnant stands in the way of that and that they are unable to continue with the activities they were used to – be they running, swimming, aerobics etc. This can result in a woman losing her shape, but also in various related declines in health (increased fat, blood pressure, mood problems etc). Apart from anything else then, yoga is helpful simply as a form of exercise that women can safely engage in even through pregnancy.

Breathing

Yoga also teaches how to breathe into stretches and muscle contractions in order to get the body to work at its most harmonious.

This is something that is highly helpful for delivery, at which point breathing exercises of course become very important for childbirth.

Note: Yoga is also highly effective as a gentle way to recover and manage stress after the birth of the child and to tone up the body again without putting it under too much stress.

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Habits of Not so Successful Sales People

What can you learn from others? Sometimes it’s what to avoid doing.

These examples are mistakes that will cost you business.

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Thinking you can do it all yourself. Selling used to be a numbers game. In the past you could spend your time smiling and dialing and that might have worked. Today too many people are too busy to listen to a pitch. Cold calls are a low probability and only worth your time if your time isn’t worth very much. The assistance sales people need from others is good solid leads and referrals to meet new customers.

2. Talking too much. Some salespeople think that the best salespeople are the best talkers. That’s not true. The best sellers are great listeners and they use silence well. Silence is really golden in selling. Use it when you want your customers to talk more. Silence is appropriate when you are listening so you don’t interrupt your customer. It’s appropriate to use when you think about what your customer is saying. This will enable you to give him a thoughtful response.

3. Doing the same things in all situations. One of the predictors of success is flexibility or the ability to do different things in different situations. Some salespeople start their sales calls the same way and act the same way with every type of customer.

Customers are different and the salesperson needs to respond to the type of customer he is talking to. It is appropriate to get right down to business in a sales call with an assertive, more emotionally controlled customer.bIt is inappropriate to do the same with a customer who is less assertive and more responsive.

4. Expecting things to happen now. Patience is a virtue that salespeople especially need. Some things do take time. If you want a piece of business badly enough you may have to be persistent and try to make contact over a period of monthsBe patient and don’t give up if the account is worth it. Negotiating may take time and impatience to close a deal can cost you money. Salespeople have to be able to deal with ambiguity and the unknown. Your patience is your power when it’s combined with persistence.

5. Not telling the truth. Salespeople need to be honest not only with customers, but with themselves as well. Some salespeople fool themselves that a sale is going to happen when the odds are it’s not. They tell their manager the sale will close soon because they hope it will. If a customer is still thinking when they could have said yes, it’s time to move on to the next account. Be honest with yourself.

Let go and get going to the next prospect.

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Not taking good care of customers. Selling isn’t asking a question to find objections and then beating your customer into submission for each objection. If it’s not a reasonable fit, forget the sale. Find the prospects that do need your benefits and value.

7. Thinking it’s easy. People think selling is easy only because the great salespeople make it look easy. I recently spoke with a sales

master who sold upwards of $50 million worth of construction contract surety bonds over the years. He said he never prepares for a sales call. When I asked him what he meant he said that when he makes a sales call he knows a few things about the prospect’s business and general requirements. Then he asks questions about the areas he thinks might apply. I replied, “You may think you don’t prepare, but you’re using 30 years of preparation to sell.” Selling is only easy when you don’t know what you’re doing.

You can learn from your mistakes. It’s even better to learn from other people’s mistakes. Avoid these mistakes and you will make your selling more successful.

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A New Approach to Hip Replacement

Many in the United States have disability related to hip arthritis. Arthritis of the hip is a condition where there is loss of cartilage and associated bony changes that include cyst formation, bone spurs or osteophytes, and irregularity of the joint surfaces. Tearing of the acetabular labrum is also frequently seen in conjunction with hip arthritis. The most common symptoms are groin pain, pain with weightbearing, loss of hip motion that may even make simple tasks such as shoe tying difficult, and limp. Although groin pain is most common, patients may also complain of diffuse pain in the hip area, posterior hip pain and pain in the lateral aspect or outside of the hip. Pain fluctuates but becomes more severe and frequent with time.

plasma (PRP) and â&#x20AC;&#x153;stem cellâ&#x20AC;? injections. The PRP and stem cell injections are both costly, not proven clinically and are therefore not universally employed as standard nonoperative treatment measures.

The most common cause of hip arthritis is hereditary and is due to what is called primary osteoarthritis. Other causes include trauma, osteonecrosis or death of the femoral head, deformity such as hip dysplasia, and inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis. The diagnosis is confirmed with physical examination, x-rays of the hip and pelvis, and occasionally MRI. Despite multiple causes, definitive treatment of arthritis of the hip is nearly the same.

of failure especially among women, and issues related to metal on metal articulation such as generation of metal ions in local tissues and systemically. The general effects of the elevated metal ions are not known however, local soft tissue destruction has been shown to occur in some patients. Total hip arthroplasty is a proven procedure that does not require metal on metal articulations and may employ a variety of materials as well as refined surgical approaches.

Treatment Options

Treatment can be divided into nonsurgical and surgical options once the diagnosis of hip arthritis is confirmed.

Nonsurgical treatment includes use of non-steroidal antiinflammatory agents, ambulatory aids such as a cane or trekking poles, physical therapy, and consideration for intraarticular injection with steroids. Other treatments that are not considered evidence based include injections with platelet rich

The definitive surgical option is total hip arthroplasty or total hip replacement (THA). The basic concept of surgical treatment is to remove the diseased or affected tissue and replace with a prosthetic device. The primary alternative to hip replacement is resurfacing of the hip. Despite its potential advantage of bone preservation, this technique has significant disadvantages. These include the requirement of a greater surgical exposure, a higher risk

Total Hip Arthroplasty

Total hip replacement has been described by the Wall Street Journal as the operation of the century. There is good reason for this endorsement. Very few treatments exist in mankind that reliably return function to patients as hip replacement. Because of its success, the number performed each year continues to increase.

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Total hip arthroplasties differ in regard to the designs and materials used. The basic components used to perform total hip arthroplasty are common to all systems or manufacturers.

The components include the femoral stem, ball, acetabular component and liner. The femoral stems and acetabular shells are typically made with titanium or cobalt chromium.

The acetabular liners are manufactured with polyethylene or ceramics. The ball is composed of ceramics or cobalt chromium.

When a patient has met these critieria, he or she is a candidate for the procedure depending on operative risks. The operative risk is based on the health of the patient and risks associated with their respective medical problems. For example heart disease poses certain risks if present that differ from other medical conditions such as obesity. Every patient is different and must be assessed by their surgeon in order to determine whether hip replacement is the right (thing)procedure for them.

The fixation to bone is achieved most commonly with uncemented press fit designs but also may be achieved with bone cement. The components are highly durable and a high percentage, greater than 90 percent, remain functional

Recovery from THA

even (greater) more than fifteen years postoperatively.

as a surgery center. Most are performed in a hospital especially those patients with significant medical problems that require an elevated level of care following the surgery. Prior to hospital discharge, patients must have good pain control, be medically stable and have appropriate function to be safe at home. This usually requires the ability to negotiate community obstacles such as stairs.

Total joint registries have been established in some countries such as the United Kingdom, Sweden, Australia and the United States in order to evaluate the longevity of different designs. The most successful articulations appear to be what is termed ceramic on poly (ceramic ball and plastic liner) or ceramic on ceramic.

Indications for THA Not every patient with hip arthritis is a candidate for THA. The general indications are in patients that have met three criteria: 1. Pain in the hip joint confirmed with physical examination.

2. X-rays or MRI that confirm the diagnosis.

Patients are commonly instructed to put all of their weight on the lower extremity after the surgery. Initial care is geared for mobilization of the patient and prevention of complications such as blood clots (deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism).

Restrictions after surgery

The purpose of going through a procedure like a THA is to regain function and to essentially get your life back.

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Knowing what you can and (what you) cannot do is very important when considering the procedure. There is controversy surrounding the extent of activity a patient may engage in after THA ranging from full activity without limitation to more sedentary activities. Most surgeons allow all activity except running long distance and contact sports. That leaves freedom to do most anything else with acceptable risks: biking, hiking, ice skating, skiing, tennis, horseback riding, etc.

Recent Improvements in Total Hip Replacement THA has undergone many changes since its inception in its current form 50 years ago. Most recent improvements are related to the processes surrounding the procedure that reduce risks and complications and enhance patient outcomes. For example, infection risks can be diminished with the use of preoperative screening for MRSA, use of preoperative chlorhexidine washes, appropriate intraoperative antibiotics and closure with sutures rather than staples. Implant longevity can be increased with the use of clinically proven devices with a known and venerable track record. One advancement has been related to the surgical approach to the procedure.

The Direct Anterior Approach to Total Hip Replacement The direct anterior approach to the hip, also known as the Smith-Peterson approach, has some distinct advantages over the traditional surgical approaches.

Many (taut)tout this approach as minimally invasive, however, the procedure still is a hip replacement and this claim is not completely founded. The approach does have the advantage of less risk of limp and generally easier recovery for patients in the first two to three weeks postoperatively. By six weeks, most patients are equal in their recovery regardless of the surgical approach but the patients who have undergone the direct anterior approach indicate that the hip feels natural.

The primary advantage is in the long term however. The direct anterior approach to THA allows for real time intraoperative use of fluoroscopy or xrays. Published studies have shown that this ability to use intraoperative films with this approach leads to more accurate component positioning and sizing. In turn, better component performance may be expected although further studies are required to make this claim.

Hip replacement is a wonderful procedure for the right patient with the right problem, osteoarthritis of the hip that is not responsive to nonsurgical treatment. It is a reliable treatment. Recent advances such as the direct anterior approach to hip replacement have enhanced the already outstanding results of this procedure.

John S. Xenos, MD

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Breakfast: The Most Important Meal of the Day A new twist on the “breakfast comfort meal”

By Ann Kulze, MD

Instructions

In a large skillet over low to medium heat, sauté the onions, garlic, and bell pepper in the olive oil until a bit soft. Add the oregano and stir for about 1 minute. Add the diced tomatoes with juice, balsamic vinegar, and spinach and stir. Turn up the heat to bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook the tomato sauce, stirring occasionally until it thickens a bit – about 15-20 minutes. With a large spoon, create a cavity or pocket within the tomato sauce.

Crack an egg and release it into the cavity. Do this for the remaining eggs. Try to keep them evenly spaced into the tomato sauce. Cover the skillet with a top or tin foil and poach the eggs to desired consistency within the sauce.

For each individual serving, spoon some grits in a single serving bowl and spoon an egg and tomato sauce on top.

Garnish with hot sauce, fresh cilantro or parsley and grated cheese.

Eggs Poached in Tomato Sauce over Grits 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 yellow onion, chopped ½ bell pepper (color of choice), chopped 2 large cloves of fresh garlic, chopped 1 28oz. can diced tomatoes with juice 1 tsp dried oregano or 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 1 small package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and excess water squeezed out 4-6 large omega 3 eggs 1 cup stone ground grits, cooked according to package instructions Hot sauce (optional) Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley Grated parmesan or extra sharp cheddar cheese

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Stock Bone Broth

This is not your everyday commercial broth. Bone broth is loaded with minerals and healing nutrients. When I work with clients that need gut healing, bone broth is one of the first recommendations I make. Only use organic chicken for the primary ingredient for this recipe. And, whenever possible, use organic or locally sourced produce for the other ingredients.

Yields: 3 quarts, Prep time: 20 minutes, Cook time: 14 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients: • 3 pounds bone-in chicken parts and gizzards • 12 cups filtered water

Instructions:

Place the water and chicken parts in a slow cooker and cook on high for 2 hours. Skim off any foam from the surface and remove the chicken. Shred the meat off the bones, and set the meat aside. Return the bones to the pot.

Reduce slow cooker to low. Add all the remaining ingredients, except the parsley, to the pot and cook on low for 12 hours or on high for 6 hours. Turn off the pot, stir in the parsley, and cover for 30 minutes. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Store in the refrigerator or freezer for later use. Source: Danielle Walker, AgainstAllGrain.com

Personal notes regarding this recipe:

• 1 yellow onion, peeled and quartered

I make bone broth on a regular basis and LOVE it. It’s rich, delicious, full of minerals and collagen, and it’s versatile.

Use it for making soups, cooking gluten-free grains like quinoa...use your imagination.

• 3 large carrots, cut into large dice

TIPS:

• 4 cloves garlic, smashed

• Use beef marrow bones as well as poultry but increase simmer time to 48 hours.

• Use chicken feet. (I know, sounds weird, but it’s a nice, healthy dose of extra collagen.)

• When preparing food during the day, instead of throwing out the broccoli stalk, the middle of the cauliflower, the kale stalk, etc., throw them in the freezer.

When you’re ready to make your bone broth, pull the leftover veggie parts out of the freezer to add to your stock to increase nutrient density. This can save you a little money on the grocery bill.

• Freeze leftover bones from past meals and add them to your stock as well.

FYI - I NEVER scoop off solidified fat. If you’re starting with healthy, pastured animals, everything in your stock will be healthy. Don’t be afraid of healthy fats!

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

• 2 stalks celery with leaves • 2 bay leaves • 1 teaspoon sea salt • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper • 1 bunch fresh parsley

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