A Firelands Regional Health System Blog

Are you tired of constant knee pain? Here are some signs you might notice when it is time to start thinking about a total replacement for your bad knees.

How do you know if you might be a candidate for hip surgery? The top-rated orthopedic doctors at Firelands Physician Group have the skill and expertise to diagnose and treat your condition to give you the best possible outcome.

Should you suffer through your constant headaches which cause personal suffering, poor quality of life, financial cost, and constant fear of the next headache?

Sudden slurred speech or tingling on one side of the body could be neurological symptoms of a more serious condition. To learn more about Firelands Regional Medical Center's comprehensive neurology program and services, please visit firelands.com/neurology

Firelands Children's S.P.O.T. (speech, physical, and occupational therapy) serves children with special needs in a playful, child-centered, encouraging environment. Find out how occupational therapy can benefit your child.

If you or a loved one is dealing with alcohol addiction, finding a place to start the road to recovery can seem overwhelming. How do you know for sure that the person is addicted? Maybe they are just a social drinker? Questions like this can create hesitation, which may hinder you from starting an important conversation with them – or yourself.

Family medicine is the cornerstone to better health. Routine visits with your primary care provider can help keep you healthy and save you money.

Losing sleep is no fun and can affect your productivity, mood and health. For people with obstructive sleep apnea, it can be especially frustrating, but there are treatment options including CPAP and Inspire therapy for those who qualify.

Why is Sleep Important? Not getting enough sleeps affects more than your mood, it can cause physical health issues, as well as quality of life and safety concerns.

Why should I get a colonoscopy? Early screening and detection are the keys to preventing colorectal cancer.

We all know we should be seeing a primary care provider every year for a general health check-up. However, we also know how quickly that “to-do” can take the backseat to all the other pressing issues that daily life brings us.

Six simple strategies to reduce your risk of developing heart disease.