In this video, Josh Whitney, Prisma Health physical therapist, showcased a series of exercises that stretch and strengthen the muscles that help support the spine and minimize ongoing lower back pain. These exercises can be done on the floor or on the bed for your comfort. Exercises to ease lower back pain like these can […]
Patient Education
Medical Minute: How to prevent colorectal cancer
In this quick Medical Minute, gastroenterologist Andre Eaddy, MD, explained the importance of colon cancer screenings like colonoscopies, which can help to detect benign or precancerous colon polyps, which can be removed before problems develop down the road. Dr. Eaddy also spoke on what symptoms of colon cancer to watch for and when to call […]
Essential information about gestational diabetes
In this easy-to-watch and educational video, Prisma Health spoke on essential information about gestational diabetes, including how it is diagnosed and treated. Health meals and regular exercise can help to lessen the negative effects and ensure you have the healthiest possible pregnancy and delivery. Keeping yourself informed is a great way to take control of […]
Treating treatment-resistant depression with ECT
In this video, real patients spoke about their experience with medication-resistant depression and how ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) changed their lives. The ECT Medical Director with Prisma Health, Dr. Adam Hart, explained how ECT works and how it is utilized by medical professionals. Dr. Hart and the patients offered answers on: For those who have tried […]
Live demonstration of hands-only CPR/AED
In this short video, Prisma Health nurses explained what to watch for when it comes to a heart attack, offered advice on what you should do if someone near you appears to be having a heart attack and showcased a live demonstration of hands-only CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator, or AED. […]
