April 29, 2024–Fayetteville, AR —Millennium Chiropractic Sports Medicine & Rehab, a MANA Clinic, opens at a new location at 3561 Johnson Mill Boulevard, Fayetteville, today, April 29, 2024. Drs. Steve Whitelaw, Eric Walker, Bobby Pritchett, David Sence, Marissa Acevedo, and Alex Woods moved the chiropractic and sports medicine practice from 2744 E. Millennium Drive, Fayetteville. […]
Are You Getting Enough Sleep?
For the first time this century, a Gallup poll shows that a majority of Americans are not getting enough sleep. Some may be surprised that people usually say they are sleeping enough. Isn’t it generally recognized that we are sleep-deprived, have serious sleep debts, and sleep an average of an hour less than our grandparents […]
With Contrast — What Does that Mean?
A CT scan with contrast is a type of imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to create detailed cross-sectional pictures of your body. It’s different from a regular CT scan because it involves introducing a special contrast material into your body. This contrast material helps certain tissues and organs show up more clearly […]
Puberty and Teen Health
Dr. Koehler set up the discussion in this video by asking, “Are you really going to talk to my kid about sex and puberty?” Dr. Benafield assures him that she is. These conversations, she explains, make it clear to kids that your child’s pediatrician is a reliable source of information on these subjects. “Either we […]
Obstacles to Mammograms
Women should have an annual mammogram beginning at age 40. Yet many women don’t. What keeps women from having mammograms? A new study found that one set of obstacles showed up routinely among women who had skipped their annual mammograms for two years or more. The obstacles to mammograms found in the study weren’t always […]
Colonoscopy Preparation for Diabetics
Preparing for a colonoscopy can be challenging for anyone, but the 15-20% of Americans 45 and older who have diabetes can find it especially challenging. Colonoscopy preparation for diabetics brings up a number of concerns and complications. Managing blood sugar Preparation for a colonoscopy requires a few days of a low-residue diet, one day of […]
Kids and Mental Health
In this video, Dr. Koehler role plays a parent asking about mental health questions. “I have a teenager,” he said, “and you just asked my child if they were having suicidal thoughts. Why did you put that in their head?” Dr. Randall explains that it’s important to ask uncomfortable questions like these. Kids often won’t […]
Adult ADHD
Adult ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental condition that persists from childhood into adulthood. ADHD manifests differently in adults than it does in children. While hyperactivity may diminish, symptoms such as impulsivity, disorganization, difficulty prioritizing tasks, and trouble sustaining attention persist and can significantly impact daily life. From missed deadlines to strained […]
The Low Residue Diet
It’s not like the Mediterranean Diet, the DASH Diet, or the Keto Diet, but your doctor might still recommend the low-residue diet. It’s a temporary adjustment to your eating habits that can help in special cases. A low-residue diet aims to reduce the amount of work your digestive system has to do. By limiting foods […]
Pediatrics: Labs and Screenings
Dr. Koehler, Dr. Benafield, and Dr. Randall have a conversation about testing and screening for kids. “As pediatricians, we are really careful about what tests we do,” says Dr. Randall. Dr. Koehler emphasized the importance of performing tests only when they are truly necessary. Lab tests aren’t routinely performed for children at every well-child visit, […]