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Where does pain come from? In short, pain comes from inflammation when a part of the body is injured due to an accident, repetitive use injury, or malfunction. We are taught to take ibuprofen or Tylenol when you are in pain, which reduces the inflammation or pain receptors and makes you feel less pain, but it doesn’t fix the problem...

Neck and back pain can make day-to-day activities difficult, but many of those activities can actually cause pain. “In chiropractic care, I see a lot of patients for neck and back pain directly related to how they’re spending most of their days — for those who sit at a desk or drive in a car for long periods of time, neck and back pain are almost always going to occur at some point,” said Dr. ...

Are you living life with pain or limitation? Premier Physical Therapy provides orthopedic, spine and hand therapy. Dennis Riney, founder and CEO, said they’re the only physical therapy provider in the area that has a proven 5-Star Plan for pain. Premier Physical Therapy can play an important role in eliminating pain from various causes by restoring function in joint movement or improving the ability to walk. ...

The way we work has drastically changed from how we did business pre-pandemic. If you’re finding the phone system your business utilized before the advent of COVID-19 doesn’t fit your business’ work style as well as it once did, or if your business is growing and simply needs a new phone system solution beyond utilizing personal lines, it might be time to transition to a business phone system. A business phone system can aid your company in projecting a professional image, help your employees maintain a healthy work/life balance and ensure you retain clients’

SoutheastHEALTH has implemented a state-of-the-art rapid diagnostic technology focused on helping clinicians deliver optimal antibiotic therapies more quickly for patients suffering from serious bloodstream infections. Southeast is the pioneer in bringing this technology to the region.

For many, the idea of having a traditional sleep study is intrusive and inconvenient. Going to a strange place and being monitored all night long is a hard sell for a prescribing doctor. Home sleep studies have made the procedure much more accommodating. With a few straps, nose canula, microphone and finger strap, a sleep study can be performed at home. Home sleep studies are effective at screening for severe sleep disorders and diagnose most mild to moderate disorders...

Five years ago, Saint Francis Healthcare System launched its $43 million electronic medical records system, otherwise known as Epic, and its connected patient portal, MyChart. At the time, Dr. Maryann Reese, then-executive vice president and chief operating officer, told the Southeast Missourian the rollout of Epic was the largest and most exciting project Saint Francis had completed outside of a major construction project. ...

The sun is blazing and your family is cooling off in your backyard pool or local lake. It seems natural to call the family dog over and encourage him to get in and swim. However, can all dogs swim? Do they even like it? There isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” answer to this question, but I would like to help you figure it out before your family pet dives in head-first...

Aurora Medical Spa is a premier practice brought to Cape Girardeau by Chelsey Becker, a leader in the aesthetic industry. Becker, who owns and operates Aurora Medical Spa, is an aesthetic nurse practitioner and Allergan certified Master Injector, said that at Aurora, “no two faces are treated the same.” Aurora providers utilize a variety of anti-aging and skin rejuvenation treatments to create an individualized plan for each patient, customized to their needs and aesthetic goals...

If you’re thinking of selling your home, chances are you have a list of things to take care of before your home is ready to go on the market. One of the things we are asked most during this process: “Should I get my home appraised?” The answer to this question is subjective, and while there’s no straightforward answer, our team at Area Properties Real Estate – River Region has some advice to help you determine if this is the right step for you...

During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic when many nursing homes did not allow visitors into residential facilities in order to protect residents from the virus, admissions director Charlene Foeste says the family-like atmosphere of Jackson Manor in Jackson helped guide residents through the difficult time...

You have heard the saying, “the right place at the right time” a million times, I am sure. Perhaps it’s associated with being lucky or investing in a company that explodes to massive profits. When I think of this as a financial services professional, I call it the power of when. Essentially, this is your ability to control an outcome by choosing “when” you do something. For example, “when” you elect your Social Security benefits will determine how much you collect over your retirement years...

5 Tips for Joint Health During Long Car Rides Recently, I read an article stating more people are taking long car rides instead of flying for post-COVID-19 vacations. Long car rides can put serious stress on your joints and spine. There’s nothing worse than going on vacation, taking a long car ride to get there, and then once you do, realizing you’re not able to enjoy it because you are in pain from the car ride...

When you purchase locally-raised beef, you effectively eliminate the middleman and all things that happen to your beef from start to finish, says Jami Steeg, owner of Sunny Ridge Farms LLC — a leading cattle producer in Jackson that raises all-natural beef...

Laura Glueck, DO, family medicine physician at Jackson Family Care, a Saint Francis Healthcare System Medical Partner location, says she takes a transparent approach to speaking about health conditions to help build trust and long-time connections with patients...

Stepping into Cure Dental is like stepping into dentist Dr. William Shipley’s own home. Visitors are immediately greeted with the warm scent of waffle cone air freshener and invited to sit at a dining room-style table. There’s an absence of clinical coldness and the typical sterile smells of a dentist’s office as visitors gaze at the gallery wall of photos of dishes cooked by Shipley, who describes himself as a foodie...

Learning to navigate the world after a dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be difficult and disorienting. When caring for a family member with one of these conditions, it may be challenging to find the best care for them. Jackson Manor’s Memory Care Unit in Jackson, Mo., provides individualized care for those who experience dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. ...

There is now a connection between sleep apnea and crowded or crooked teeth. Fortunately, anthropologists have the answer: Our heads are shrinking! Our hat sizes are not getting smaller, but our mid-faces have changed remarkably over the past few centuries. ...

All of the COVID-19 vaccines currently available are safe and effective. This has been verified by the FDA, the CDC and numerous doctors, researchers and medical professionals. They've gone through a rigorous testing and clinical trial phase using a wide cross section of participants. ...

One of the questions we hear most in today’s market is, “Are we in a housing bubble?” It’s no secret the housing market has sky-rocketed throughout the past year — prices are up, interest rates and inventory are down, and materials are more costly than ever...

If your dog is similar to mine, then he loves to chase butterflies and — unfortunately — bees! No matter how many times we try to teach our Hudson not to go after bees, it seems the temptation is just too much for our little guy. Every once in a while, and much to his dismay, a bee bites back...

Most people who are already retired know there are two perils that put their fixed income in danger: taxes and inflation. Both issues are out of their control...

Stacy Busch-Heisserer launched the Busch Pet Products online store in 2008. In 2010, she opened a space on Broadview in Cape Girardeau, and for the last 10 years the store has operated at its Kingsway location. This spring, the store will move to a new and larger location in La Croix Village located next to Deer Creek Doggie Day Camp...

Meet Donny Deline, fifth generation farmer of one of the larger cotton farms in Southeast Missouri. Most people don’t realize that Missouri is a big cotton producer. Deline says he and his farming partners have a crop rotation plan that consists of corn, soybean and cotton...

In 2020, when we all faced unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, community banks worked tirelessly to help area small businesses secure funds through the SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). “I am incredibly proud of the work our team has put into navigating the PPP loan program. ...

SEMO Alliance for Disability Independence, Inc (SADI) became a nonprofit Center for Independent Living in 1993. The center has grown from three employees to more than 30 office staff and approximately 100 field staff who provide in-home personal care...

In 1972, the Lutheran Home’s 36-acre campus began with the mindset of caring for seniors in the area. Through the years the campus has grown and added two assisted living facilities, a huge retirement community in Saxony Village, its very own home health and hospice agency, a memory care unit and a rehab-to-home unit called Providence Place...

Networks rendered useless, customer data shared with the world, economic losses – each year, thousands of small to mid-size businesses fall victim to cybersecurity attacks such as phishing, malware and hacking due to weak online security.

Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction is a common, yet often unrecognized cause of low back pain. You have two sacroiliac joints that connect the lower part of your spine with your pelvis. These joints have a much smaller range of motion than most joints, tilting and rotating only slightly to stabilize the pelvis and act as a shock absorber for impact activity like walking, running or climbing...

We often lovingly refer to our pet’s time at the groomer as a “Spa Day.” This might be because we know how refreshing it feels to have our own hair trimmed and nails manicured. We can imagine pets enjoy this feeling, too. In fact, regular grooming also provides many health benefits for your cat or dog...

More than 60 years ago, former Southeast Missourian editor John Blue wanted to honor hard-working students who rarely received recognition for their special efforts. Today, the Rotary Club of Cape Girardeau salutes the top 10% of local graduating seniors with its 2021 John Blue Academic Excellence Recognition...

A life free of pain — that’s what patients with the following problems seek: Back pain and degeneration, shoulder pain and degeneration, knee pain and degeneration, sciatica, peripheral neuropathy, arthritis, hip pain and degeneration, neck pain and degeneration, headaches and plantar fasciitis...

The cause of cavities can be multifaceted, but the biggest contributors are sugar and refined starches. Our diet influences every aspect of our health including our teeth. Our teeth can be ruined in as little as a few years with the wrong lifestyle choices. A high sugar and high-refined starch diet will destroy teeth if the consumption is frequent...

Kindergarten is a milestone that marks the start of a child's educational journey. For many, it’s their first exposure to a formal learning environment. Children begin kindergarten at varying levels of readiness, but the foundation they start with has lasting implications...

Every vehicle owner wants to get the most out of their tires. Here are three tips from the team at Plaza Tire Service that will extend the life of your tires. Proper inflation Vehicle manufacturers set a specific PSI (pounds per square inch) to which your tires should be inflated. ...

This year has been a challenge of epic proportions because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the hurdles 2020 put in front of us, SoutheastHEALTH has remained steadfast in its commitment to positively impact the health and wellness of the region. A key component of that commitment is access to care. ...

Montgomery Bank’s commercial team specializes in providing relationship-driven, customized solutions for their customers’ business needs. For more than 30 years, Montgomery Bank has helped businesses spend less time securing funding and more time running their business. Their dedicated commercial team helps business owners and operators with their commercial goals and objectives...

In a world where there’s always something new on the market, whether the latest iPhone or a new clothing trend, there is a corner of the consumer market that seems to have taken a step back: home buying, design and décor. Over the past few years, the Grandmillennial Style has taken over in regards to how people are living inside their homes. ...

Many have heard the expressions “there are plenty of fish in the sea,” which is true, but not all “fish” are quite like these. Kathi and her son, Jake, began building their Southeast Missouri real estate empire over a decade ago on a foundation of ethics, faith in God and helping people...

We talk a lot about the various ways Americans should be saving for retirement — and with good reason. After all, a comfortable and enjoyable retirement is the way you reward yourself for a life of hard work and financial discipline. But here’s a retirement savings question that may not get asked very often: Are there times when you should stop saving for retirement, even if only temporarily? There could be several reasons, including: starting a new business, buying a new home or paying off student loans. ...

Networking events are a popular perk of Cape Chamber membership, but there are many other benefits for individuals and businesses. “Here at the Cape Chamber, we know one-size does not fit all. Each business is unique in their goals, the time they have available to share, and the budget they are able to invest,” said Cape Chamber president and CEO John Mehner. ...

Whether someone calls Southeast Missouri “home,” or is just passing through, the historic buildings and structures lining the streets catch the attention of many. Penzel Construction Company in Jackson has had a hand in building these iconic structures in Cape Girardeau, Jackson and other parts of the region since the company began in 1910 — a legacy the company carries on today...

After 40 years in a building that was falling apart, the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri (HSSEMO) launched a capital campaign to raise $3.7 million toward a larger facility. Over $2 million has been raised to help future adopted pets, and the facility is under roof with plans to open this fall...

As the Apostolic Promise (TAP) Church in Cape Girardeau expands, so do its community outreach programs. TAP Church is one of the area’s leading not-for-profit program facilitators, serving more than 800 people in Southeast Missouri each week by providing assistance to those dealing with addiction, hunger and homelessness, among other challenges...

As Jackson continues to thrive, area leaders say a solid public-private partnership and various initiatives have helped set up the city for years of growth. Brian Gerau, president and CEO of the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, said the organization he leads and City of Jackson have “parallel visions and strategies” in the current and future growth of Jackson...

Saint Francis Healthcare System now offers a new option for healthcare coverage — one that works directly with employers on a “provider-sponsored plan” instead of businesses contracting with a third-party insurance carrier. Launched in August, Saint Francis Health Plans is picking up steam as Saint Francis leadership makes a push in the marketplace. ...

Editor's note: This article originally appeared on May 19, 2020. With all of the wonderful ways to enjoy the great outdoors this time of year, it’s also easy to forget to inspect your pets for ticks and other parasites. Contact with a tick’s blood could transmit infection to both you and your pet. That infection can lead to dangerous, even fatal conditions, like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, to name a few...

A migraine is an intense, pounding headache that can last for hours or even days and usually begins in the forehead, the side of the head, or around the eyes. Any movement, activity, bright lights, or loud noise can make it hurt more. Nausea and vomiting are common during migraines...

Home maintenance is one of the top things buyers take into consideration when purchasing a home. If you’re putting your home on the market, follow these spring-cleaning tips to spruce up your home — and reap the benefits later. 1. Clear gutters and roof. ...

Made famous as a set location for the movie "Gone Girl," The Bar in downtown Cape Girardeau has remained empty for over two years. But next month, the space will transform into a French bistro thanks to the work of Gabriele Ruggieri and his friend chef Giannicola Colucci...