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Nov
22

Whiplashes

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          A whiplash, or a hyperextension injury, describes resulting pain from damaged tissue in the neck. This usually appears from an overly extensive force, causing unprecedented range of motions and a painful road ahead. They most commonly occur in car accidents, roller coaster rides, or physical assault. A car with only 15 miles per hour attains the necessitated energy to produce a whiplash in passengers. Chronic stress pertaining to the neck, such as holding a phone with neck muscles may also aggravate tissues.
          Whiplashes result not only from trauma to the muscles, but also from overstretching of neck ligaments and tendons. In some cases, the anterior longitudinal ligament in the spine becomes a vulnerable factor as well. The most direct areas are the neck and spine. Other body parts may be targeted through side effects. Patients experience stark neck and back pain, neck stiffness, swelling, irregularity of muscle sensation, headaches, tingling in arms and legs, and shooting pain in shoulders. Symptoms may appear in immediate response to the injury, but are often recognized over several hours.
Treatments recommended by the medical model vary according to the grade of disorder. Muscle relaxants and pain medicine is a bearable method of coping with whiplashes. Prescription drugs are used to prevent further inflammation and cervical collars stabilize damaged tissues. To enhance muscle recovery and reduce tension, physical therapy, range of motion practice, and heat application may alleviate the process. Patients are encouraged to take part in daily activities in order to minimize the healing process.
          To further speed the road to recovery, there are ways to help one at home. Ice application to the neck aids pain relief and reduces inflammation. It is recommended to take place for approximately 20 minute periods, every hour, for the first day. Ice should be placed within a cover to avoid direct contact with skin.
          The ways of treatment recommended by the medical model are great in reducing the symptoms temporarily, but those same symptoms easily come back a few months to years later if stabilization of the spine is not achieved with chiropractic care. There are chiropractic doctors who specialize in corrective care. Corrective care directly focuses in achieving a lordotic curvature in the cervical spine as well as the other three curves in the spine, which leads to having better leverage, hence allowing for increased strength, balance, and stability.
          Dr. Laila Nayab-Murshidi focuses on getting the patient to pre-injury status with the aid of physiotherapy, physical therapy, and light chiropractic care. Once the patient is without pain and has reached pre-injury status, she will make some recommendations to the patient for continued care to achieve spinal stabilization beyond the initial acute phase.
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Nov
3

Benefits of Chiropactic for Golfers

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HOW GOLFERS BENEFIT FROM CHIROPRACTIC CARE

Improve your golf swings

Improve your game

Have you ever wondered how chiropractic care can enhance your golf skills? Golfers are exposed to adapting a variety of postures to maximize their accuracy and speed. However, at an attempt to improve their performance, they could be actually hurting themselves.  It is essential to understand the application of elastic energy and proper techniques, while maintaining a healthy posture.

 

How to reduce chances of injury and improve performance:

Golfing can increase one’s risks of particular injuries, if bodily functions are applied improperly.

When swinging, force should equally be exerted upon shoulders, hips, and spine, followed by a wrist snap. A shorter backswing is beneficial because it contributes to a less extreme spinal rotation, which decreases chances of torsional injuries. Shorter backswings also increase control over the club, the follow through, and the ball. In turn, this application reduces pressure on the lumber spine, or the lower back. Speed is not a risk factor in this case and will not be affected.

Most injuries are created on the go and can be prevented with simple alterations.  Golfers can heed some tips when carrying their bags. When picking it up, it should be kept close to the body, especially in the duration of holding. Trunk twisting should be minimized to avoid displacements within the spine.  Hip and spinal application should match up during movements to lower pressure on them individually. When collecting the ball, a full squat is preferred to merely bending down. The club can be of assistance by providing strength to this motion.

Flexibility is a major component in performance and inversely relates to stress. Regular stretching and spinal flexion/extension increase flexibility and therefore reduce the stress exerted on the body while participating in our favorite sport. Because golf is a unilateral sport, it is recommended that one should take swings in the opposite of the dominant side to balance the spinal torsion.

A warm-up is essential to improve and create an extra physical boost. This simply consists of a quick aerobic activity to trigger the stimulation of muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints and allow an increase blood flow to those regions. Stretching is crucial to avoid muscle cramping, tearing, and spinal misalignments.

 

Common Spinal Injuries from Golf:

Every sport has its risk factors, if precautions are neglected. In golf, most injuries stress the thoracic and lumbar spine and can have serious consequences. Proper medical care and treatments are essential for recovery. Strains of muscles and ligaments are common and require a few weeks to be mended. However, other cases can reach greater complexity.

Golfers often experience bone fractures, particularly if diagnosed with osteoporosis. Weaker bones are more prone to fractures and will not resist if they are stressed or moved improperly.

Spinal Stenosis is a condition caused by the diminishing of spaces that separate vertebrae (spinal bones) and therefore lead to the pinching of nerves between the disks and the vertebrae.  Spinal Stenosis is often times caused when golfers incorrectly move or twist their back, manifesting in displacement of the spinal bones. Spinal Stenosis is treated with spinal adjustments to redirect the positioning of vertebrae.

Degenerative disc disease consists of damaged disks that interfere with nerve roots, resulting in pain. If professional treatment is delayed, it develops into a chronic condition and would possibly require surgery.

Spondylolisthesis describes the displacement of vertebrae, due to ligament laxity, which result in progression of arthritis and degeneration.  It often appears in the lower back and should be treated at once. Surgery may be the optimal treatment if neglected in the beginning stages.

 

Benefits of Chiropractic Care:

Chiropractic care reduces injury risks and enhances performance. Chiropractors can perform adjustment of the spine and other joints that are out of alignment, thereby enhancing motion.  Regular adjustments maximize physical potential by stabilizing the spine, acquiring strength, balance, and stability. Hence golfer are able use this to their benefit in improving their game.

A golfer’s performance greatly relies on their nutrition intake. Chiropractors provide necessary information that help athletes decide on their choices of consumption. Most golfers use supplements that reduce or prevent inflammation due to constant spinal movement. A vegetable rich diet is beneficial because of its high content of nutrients, which act as anti-flammatories.  A diet with omega 3-fatty acids will strengthen the connective tissue. It is very important to keep the body hydrated with enough water.  Usually about ½ your weight in ounces is what is recommended.  Chiropractic doctors also provide custom made orthotics which will correct the foundation of the body-the feet.  Orthotics stabilize the ankles, knees, hips, low back, as well as the feet, all of which are used by golfers.

Chiropractic doctors demonstrate healthy movements and assure proper applications of biomechanics. Chiropractors aid golfers in attaining greater accuracy and improving their performance, while maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

0 Categories : Back Pain, benefit of chiropractic, Sciatica
Oct
24

Halloween Safety Tips

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Heed safe eye vision with the use of facial masks!

Avoid any dangling, sharp, or heavy accessories from costumes!

Leaving home for trick-or-treating on a full stomach is a great idea.

Lower your risks of danger by walking in groups.

Only eat wrapped candy and throw out given homemade treats!

Walk on sidewalks to keep away from busy traffic!

Eat less of the processed candy and eliminate the rest!

Enjoy the night in a familiar area and keep away from unknown residences!

Never leave kids unattended and never trick-or- treat by yourself!

If you or your love ones are suffering from unwanted pain which result in unidentified stress, then why wait, call us at 888-889-3315 so we can help you!

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Sep
23

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: How It Happens, And How To Treat It

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Carpal tunnel syndrome isn’t just a painful condition – it can actually wreak havoc on the quality of your life.  Think about it this way: in our increasingly computer-centric lives, the range of movement of our wrists and hands our crucial to the way we work and how we communicate with others.  When that range of movement is jeopardized, it becomes vital to correct the injury as quickly as possible so that you can enjoy a pain-free lifestyle.

So what exactly is carpal tunnel syndrome – and how does it happen?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is the name used to describe an undue pressure that’s exerted on the median nerve, which is a major nerve that extends from your forearm all the way to your hand via the carpal tunnel, which is located in your wrist. When the median nerve is put under pressure, the nerve swells up – and this exerts an even greater amount of pressure on the carpal tunnel, which is miniscule to begin with.  This pressure causes a fair amount of tingling, numbness and pain in the hand or fingers of the afflicted wrist, all of which are sure-fire symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Carpal tunnel syndrome can be caused by a myriad of injuries and conditions, including:

  • Diabetes;
  • Arthritis;
  • Pregnancy;
  • Repetitive movements (this is why avid typists often suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome);
  • Injuries to the wrist or forearm;
  • And smoking, as it decreases blood flow to the nerve.

Fortunately for carpal tunnel syndrome sufferers, the condition is an easy one to fix, and doesn’t involve surgery or other invasive procedures.  To treat your carpal tunnel syndrome, your chiropractor will work with you to determine if the pain is coming from the neck, shoulder, elbow, or the actual carpal tunnel itself.  This will involve several tests, including X-rays, nerve conduction tests, EMGs, and even an MRI of the neck.

Once the chiropractor has determined the cause of your carpal tunnel syndrome, he or she will adjust the neck, shoulder, elbow and wrist, in addition to strengthening the forearm muscles and working out the knots with trigger point therapy.  This treatment has been proven to reserve all tingling, numbness and other common symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, which wakes most people up from sleep.

Thanks to this course of treatment – all of which is done without the aid of braces, medications or surgery – strength and range of movement will return, allowing you to return to your normal day-to-day functions.

If you want to diagnose and treat your carpal tunnel syndrome, then visit the Tustin Bodywork Bistro in Tustin, CA, where Dr. Laila Nayab-Murshidi can correct your carpal tunnel syndrome so you can have a restful night of sleep and be able to continue using your hands without any limitations.

To learn more about eliminating your carpal tunnel syndrome fill out the form in the top right corner, or simply call 888-899-3315.

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Sep
23

Shoulder Pain: Why You Have It, And How To Get Rid Of It

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There are the occasional twinges of discomfort or muscle aches – and then there’s shoulder pain that’s so severe, you feel as though your entire upper body is on fire.

Let’s face it: suffering from shoulder pain isn’t just a physical problem.  It’s a lifestyle one: shoulder pain can interfere with the quality of your professional work, your active hobbies and even the level of involvement you can experience with your family and friends.  After all, you’re not about to run after your children on the playground or go out dancing with friends when you’re suffering from debilitating shoulder pain.

Be it sudden or chronic, shoulder pain is often indicative of a serious underlying condition.  Shoulder pain symptoms could range from a shooting pain whenever you move your neck and arms.  It can also be numbness and tingling in the shoulder or same arm, and even all the way down to the fingers.  The shoulder can also be locked up and have very little range of motion (frozen shoulder).  In addition, it can be dislocated or subluxated, which would result in great pain, as well.   Shoulder pain can be caused by a number of injuries and conditions, of which you’ll need the expert advice of an experienced chiropractor to determine.

Shoulder pain can also be caused by a trapped C6 or C7 nerve in the neck.  This trapped nerve can no longer facilitate communication via the brain to the shoulder, which means that the brain can no longer control the muscle movements.  As a result, shoulder pain will often be accompanied by weakness, muscle spasms, tendonitis, bursitis, tears in the rotator cuff muscles and even contribute to an early onset of arthritis.

If your chiropractor diagnoses you with the above conditions, it’s likely that he or she will treat the trapped nerve by adjusting the C6 and C7 upper thoracic, along with the first and second ribs.  This increases the fluid motion of the shoulder girdle, thereby adjusting the shoulder joint and strengthening the muscles altogether.  Continued rehab of the shoulder will generally release the nerve from its trapped position, which eliminates the symptoms described above.

If there is no improvement with two weeks of starting physiotherapy and chiropractic adjustments, your chiropractor will order a nerve conduction test or a needle EMG to discover if there is a nerve injury and exactly where is the nerve injured.  He or she may also order an MRI to diagnose a more severe condition of the shoulder, if shoulder symptoms do not show gradual improvement.

If you want to diagnose and treat your shoulder pain, then visit the Tustin Bodywork Bistro in Tustin, CA, where Dr. Laila Nayab-Murshidi can treat your back, neck and shoulder pain with an assortment of innovative spinal treatments.

For help getting rid of shoulder pain fill out the form in the top right corner, or simply call 888-899-3315.

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Sep
14

Neck Pain: Why You Have It, And How to Fix It

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It’s no exaggeration to say that when you’re suffering from neck pain, it feels as though your whole world is put on pause.  Suddenly, even the simplest tasks become complicated endeavors accompanied by a symphony of pain.  You can’t exercise.  You can’t turn your head suddenly, making even driving hard.  You can’t even lift objects, not mention your own neck off your pillow.

Nearly everyone has encountered a stiff neck, strained muscle, or even a sprained ligament in the neck before – but when it comes to this neck pain, it’s different.  It’s not just your neck that feels like it’s exploding with pain: your back, shoulders and even your head are all constantly uncomfortable, no doubt as a result of your excruciating neck pain.  You’ve tried self-medicating, ice, over-the-counter pain medication, massage, stretching and rest – all to no avail.

Unfortunately, chronic neck pain is often a sign of a far more serious injury, which needs immediate treatment from a medical professional, such as your chiropractor.  Neck pain can often be caused by a serious spinal or head injury, so it’s important to leave the treatments to the professionals.  If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your chiropractor immediately for treatment:

  • A shooting pain in your arm whenever you move your neck;
  • Frequent headaches;
  • Your hands or arms are tingly, or often go numb for long periods of time;
  • You cannot touch your chin to your neck without experiencing pain.
  • You are moving your body like a robot when turning to look behind you or the side.
  • Unable to lift your neck off the pillow and having to use your hands to support.

After seeking out help from your chiropractor, he or she will help to identify and diagnose the actual cause of the neck pain.  Oftentimes, neck pain is caused by spinal injuries arising from vigorous activity, or by whiplash.  Whiplash is one of the most common causes of neck pain, as sudden and jerking head movements cause the muscles and tendons within the neck to tear.  Additionally, neck pain can result from improper posture(which leads to a loss of spinal curvature), spinal conditions like herniated discs, or from the natural aging process, which can be slowed down if the spinal curvature in the neck is maintained, thru chiropractic care, decompression, traction, and exercises.

Your chiropractor may opt for the following to alleviate your neck pain and to stabilize your neck, so to ovoid re-occurrences.

  • He or she will treat the painful area with ice (heat can actually aggravate neck pain), electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, as well show you the proper way to rest your head.
  • Additionally, your chiropractor will walk you through correct body biomechanics to avoid further strain to the neck.
  • Mostly correction of the spinal bones can be made, thru chiropractic adjustments, which not only alleviate the pain, but will reduce early arthritis and degeneration which most people refer to the natural aging process.
  • In severe cases, your chiropractor may recommend that you get a surgical consult, when it is absolutely necessary and every other conservative treatment has been exhausted; however, surgery should always be a last resort after getting a second, third, and fourth surgical opinion.

If you want to diagnose and treat your neck pain, then visit the Tustin Bodywork Bistro in Tustin, CA, where Dr. Laila Nayab-Murshidi can treat your back, neck and shoulder pain with an assortment of innovative spinal treatments.

Contact Dr. Laila today by filling out the form in the top right corner, or simply call 888-899-3315.

 

0 Categories : Neck Pain
Sep
14

Sciatica: What is it, and How to Fix It?

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When it comes to debilitating conditions that prevent you from living your life, sciatica can certainly hold its own.  The tingling, numbness, and pain that seem to radiate from your lower back all the way down to your feet are a constant presence in your life – and you have no idea how to get rid of it.  You tried resting with no success.  You’ve stopped working out.  You’ve even cut down on the activities you love, hoping that something will finally click into place and your sciatica will become a thing of the past.

The symptoms of sciatica – which is named for the sciatic nerve that is formed by several nerves coming out of the spinal cord between the low back bones, passing thru your hips and buttocks, and down the backs of the legs – are easily identifiable. Take a look at the following symptoms to see if you’re suffering from a classic case of sciatica:

  • You’re experiencing a shooting pain down the back of your leg, most noticeably in the thigh and calf regions.
  • Your leg muscles are numb or experience frequent bouts of numbness;
  • You experience the common pins-and-needles feeling.
  • You change your seating position, shifting form one buttock to other to try and get comfortable.

If you experience any of these symptoms along with the loss of bowel control, seek immediate emergency medical assistance, as this could mean that you have cauda equine syndrome, a rare but very serious disorder that could be fatal.

Unfortunately, sciatica is only a symptom of a more serious medical condition – not an actual condition itself.  You may be fixated on the painful sensation running down your leg, but the real problem lies within your spinal region.  It goes without saying that if you want your sciatica to disappear, then you need an experienced chiropractor to get to the root of the problem.

So given that sciatica is not actually a disorder, but rather a symptom, what is it a symptom of?  Your chiropractor will look for the most common causes of sciatica, which can include:

  • Spinal stenosis, especially in the lumbar (lower back) region;
  • Degenerative disc diseases such as spondylolisthesis;
  • Spinal tumors;
  • Herniated discs in the lumbar region;
  • And other spinal injuries;
  • Leg length discrepancy, causing instability of the spinal bones, thus pinching the nerves that form the Sciatic Nerve.

Once your chiropractor identifies the causes of your sciatica, he or she will use the appropriate treatments for the root cause, in addition to physical therapy to strengthen the leg, low back and buttock muscles.  You’ll also be shown proper posture for sitting, working, standing, and sleeping so you can avoid exacerbating the problem during treatment.

If you want to diagnose and fix the the cause of your sciatica, then visit the Tustin Bodywork Bistro in Tustin, CA, where Dr. Laila Nayab-Murshidi can begin to correct the actual problem which is provoking your  sciatic symptoms.  Fill out the form in the top right corner or call 888-899-3315 to learn more.

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Aug
29

Scoliosis 101: How to Diagnose and Treat It

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When you hear the word “scoliosis,” do you think of schoolchildren hunched over as the school nurse examines each back?  While you wouldn’t be far off, cases of adult scoliosis are actually on the rise – and you may be unknowingly suffering from this spinal disorder already.

To clarify, adult scoliosis isn’t being contracted as adults; rather, the increase in scoliosis in adults is a direct result of misdiagnoses from formative childhood years.  However, even those adults with mild – and often symptomless – cases of scoliosis can experience a worsened condition over the years, as the degenerative aging process can exacerbate previously undiagnosed cases of this spinal disorder.

So what exactly is scoliosis – and how can you diagnose it?

Scoliosis is a lateral curvature in the spine.  This can be seen by the naked eye if it is moderate to severe, but typically missed if it is a mild case.  The best diagnosis can be determined from a thoracic spine anterior/posterior  x-ray taken in the following manner, standing and without shoes.

In most cases of scoliosis, the spine tilts to such a degree that it places extreme pressure on other parts of the body, such as the lungs. This uneven tilt is often caused by uneven discs, which are located between the vertebrae of the spine.  When these discs are uneven or worn down, the spine becomes malformed, resulting in the tell-tale tilt of this spinal condition.

This tilting can also be a result of muscle asymmetry, as a result of compensation.  That’s when one side of the body is working harder than the other side.  Muscles on one side of the spine are pulling the spine toward that side and the weaker muscle on the other side are giving in.  This is commonly caused by one leg being anatomically or even functionally shorter than the other side.  If the leg discrepancy is diagnosed at an earlier age, patient can wear a lift to even the legs and not cause this muscle asymmetry, which leads to scoliosis.

Scoliosis can only be diagnosed by a medical professional; therefore, if you’re experiencing the following symptoms, contact your doctor of chiropractic right away for a diagnosis:

  • Pain in the back;
  • Weakness in the back;
  • Pain in the chest;
  • The head, shoulders, and hips  appear to be tilted or uneven

If any of these symptoms are accompanied by shortness of breath and a shooting pain in the left arm, be sure to seek medical attention immediately, as this is a sign of a heart attack and requires emergency treatment.

Once your doctor has diagnosed your scoliosis, a number of treatment options may be used to help your spine, depending on the severity of your scoliosis:

Parents please have your children get checked by age 4 by a chiropractor who looks at the spine everyday and don’t wait until it is too late.

  • If you have mild scoliosis – in other words, the spine is less than 25% tilted – then your doctor may give you a lift to even the legs if needed,  mobilize restricted areas to create motion on both sides of the spine, adjusting the vertebrae to improve nerve flow to the muscles, joints and discs, as well as recommend exercises to improve strength, balance, stability and posture.
  • If your spine is tilted more than 25% tilted, your doctor will supply you with a back brace to help straighten the spines, as well as recommending the above.
  • Pain medication to manage any discomfort would be an option if there is no other option in pain reduction.  Surgery will only be considered as a last option in cases of extreme scoliosis.

Please have your spine checked, like you have you teeth and vision checked regularly, to see if you have a mild case of scoliosis that is over-looked and might be the cause of your ailments.   Visit the Tustin Bodywork Bistro in Tustin, CA, where Dr. Laila Nayab-Murshidi can give you a proper diagnosis for scoliosis and many other spinal conditions that are usually missed by the school nurse and other professionals.

If you’d like to learn more about treating scoliosis fill out the form in the top right corner or simply call 888-899-3315.

2 Categories : Back Pain, Scoliosis
Jul
13

Back From Maternity Leave

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Dear Patients and Friends:

I would like to announce that I have officially returned from maternity leave.  I am so excited to share with you all a picture of my daughter Rihaan.  She is an absolute joy and I can’t imagine my life without her.  Being a mommy is so profound and such an accomplishment.  I am so thankful for such an amazing blessing…..a gift which I was told I would not be able to have naturally.  I can’t wait for you to meet her in person.  You might be able to catch her here at the Wellness Center from time to time.

Also to bring you up to date with what is new in our Wellness Center; I would like to announce our latest and greatest space certified technology that is also being used by NASA to test their astronauts when they go on shuttle missions.  I have always wanted to measure and quantify how much my patients were responding to adjustments besides the use of x-rays and finally now it is possible.

The first test, the Thermal scan, looks for temperature differences across the spine, which indicates nerve interference to the internal organs.  The second test, sEMG, tests nerve to muscle, indicating nerve interferences across the muscles of the spine.  The third test is the Heart Rate Variability, which is a test to see how you are adapting to nerve interference.  This can tell us how healthy you really are.  You can function at 60% and still feel good, but you are just waiting for something to go wrong or break down.  COME FIND OUT HOW HEALTHY YOU REALLY ARE WITH THIS COMPLIMENTARY OFFER.

I would strongly recommend that you come in and get these tests done free of charge, so we can see how much nerve interference you have, where is it happening, and how much you are adapting to it.  Adapting is not always good……it means you are just waiting for something to breakdown before you do something about it.  This is best explained by The Crisis Model, which is resorting to harmful medications and possibly having to go to the emergency room when crisis occurs. This is also an example of modern medicine and what is most practiced by Americans.  The U.S. consumes 60% of all the medications in the entire world.  This explains why America is 2nd to last on the statistic for healthiest country in the whole world.  I think by now for those of you that know me well, understand, that I prefer The Wellness Model.  Preventing crisis and staying healthy is just being plain smart.  Start with educating yourself about your general health, then acquire a health coach such as myself-a full spectrum chiropractor, get on board with the following; good nutrition, adequate water consumption, proper breathing, and a great mindset.

I hope you all realize how much I care about my patients and use this advice to better your health and avoid living The Crisis Model…… and be aware that procrastination is the thief of health.

 

See you soon,

Yours in Health,

Dr. Laila Nayab-Murshidi

 

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