Paragon Orthopedic Center would like to remind everyone to reflect on those who gave their lives for the freedoms we enjoy. Embrace the ideals our soldiers fought for and reflect on those who still endure the loss of a loved one who served. Fox News has 5 facts about this day that you likely do not know and can make this day more meaningful to you.
Memorial Day 2022: Five facts you need to know about this American holiday | Fox News
Paragon Orthopedic Center sees more women than men for knee injuries, and that is not uncommon. Women are 2 to 8 times more likely to have problems with their knees compared to men. The main reasons for this are:
Read more details about what you can do for yourself or the women in your life, and how to treat knee pain here:
Why Do Women Have More Knee Pain Than Men? | NJSO (njspineandortho.com)
Happy birthday to our only May birthday at Paragon Orthopedic Center, Marcia! If you’ve had an x-ray at Paragon, you’ve likely met Marcia, our x-ray technician extraordinaire for the last 5 years. She loves coffee, so it was only fitting to celebrate with a chocolate-coffee cake, replete with a fudgy mocha filling and a cappuccino Swiss meringue frosting, then topped with a chocolate ganache drip and chocolate covered coffee beans. Happy birthday Marcia!
The May Paragon Orthopedic Center newsletter went out today! Sign up for it to be delivered right to your email box the next time you’re in the clinic. Sign up slips are in the waiting area, along with copies of the May newsletter while they last! This month, we are discussing physical therapy’s part in orthopedic surgical post-op care and non-surgical injury recovery.
Paragon Orthopedic Center would like to bring awareness to May being the Asian American & Pacific Islander month. Our own Dr. Rob Bents is proud of his Japanese heritage. The purpose of designating the month is to recognize the contributions of its peoples, as well as taking a moment to understand how we as a country have improved how they have been treated over the years. Did you know that at one point, our country banned all Chinese women from entering the country, assuming they were all prostitutes? This was the Page Act of 1875. There was the inhumane internment of Japanese people into camps during World War II, several exclusion Acts enacted in our country, and even current xenophobia that goes on toward those of Asian descent. We are raising awareness and making our country better by celebrating Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders and instilling pride. We are the United States of America, where all are created equal.
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Facts 2022 (rd.com)
The Daily Courier newspaper in Grants Pass featured the newest member to the Paragon Orthopedic Center team, Gordo (as he prefers to be called) Hart! Make sure you tell him hello when you visit the clinic!
Gordon Hart, PA-C is a nationally-certified physician assistant specializing in orthopedic surgery. He is originally from Calgary, Alberta Canada and graduated from Arizona School of Health Sciences with a master’s in Physician Assistant studies. He is known in the clinic for his excellent bedside manner and patient care.
Prior to becoming a PA, Gordon had a long career in professional hockey
and served as the head athletic trainer for the National Hockey League
Phoenix Coyotes (10 years) and the Winnipeg Jets (3 years).
An avid sports enthusiast, Gordon was also an outstanding athlete in his own
right. He was a team captain of the Canadian National Championship hockey
team at Mount Royal College. He and his wife Angela are relocating here
from Vail, Colorado and his interests include mountain biking, hiking,
camping and fly fishing. He is excited to join Dr. Bents in treating patients of all ages from throughout Southern Oregon!
Sea salt is popping up in recipes for everything from savory to sweet. Have you wondered what the differences between the two are? The main differences are found in texture, taste, and processing. Table salt comes from mines and in processing, has the natural minerals removed. Sea salt is from evaporated seawater, which results in a high mineral content and is the source of its unique flavor. The mineral content found in sea salt is minimal and you are better off finding the minerals you need from other food sources. The sodium content of both is the same: 40% by weight. When compared by volume, since sea salt may have larger crystals, you might have more volume with the table salt because more crystals are present.
If you are concerned about your sodium intake, this article from the Mayo Clinic has a list of salt substitutes to help you cut down on salt in meals. To name a few of these flavor boosters: rosemary, garlic, lemon, and dry mustard. Find more suggestions here:
Is sea salt healthier than table salt? – Mayo Clinic Health System
Dovetailing on our recent blog about hot dogs, we’re taking a closer look at cold cuts, which are considered processed meat like hot dogs and bacon. Consumer Reports did a deep dive into cold cuts and we think some of it will surprise you. Nitrates or nitrites are used in cold cuts, which are known carcinogens. They preserve and flavor the meat and are known to increase the risk of cancer. You might think grabbing the sandwich meat labeled “no nitrates” might be a better choice, but the preservatives used to substitute the nitrates, such as celery, convert to the same compounds that cause cancer. Their chemical composition is exactly the same and so are the health effects. Cold cuts have other health concerns, such as coloring agents, high sodium levels, and potential listeria contamination that has been known to cause death. This Consumer Reports article evaluates each of these and how they affect your health, with easy-to-read comparative graphs. Are they telling you to stop eating cold cuts? No. They are letting you know the risks and that there is no safe level of consumption of these meats. Make wise choices to have the best health possible Southern Oregon!
Our convenient Grants Pass office is located near the Asante Three Rivers Medical Center.
702 SW Ramsey Ave, #112
Grants Pass, OR 97527
Phone: 541-472-0603
Fax: 541-472-0609
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.