A red eye, known by the medical term conjunctivitis, is due to an inflammation of the covering of the eye and the inside of the eyelid. It is most commonly caused by a viral or bacterial infection, allergies or dry eye, and typically can be treated at home without seeking medical care. Immediate professional evaluation […]
New Personalized Therapeutic Massage Sessions
Are you plagued by chronic lower back pain? Do you have an old injury that has reared its ugly head? Has desk work taken its toll on your neck and shoulders? If you’ve answered yes, then you may be a candidate for our new partnership discount with Knotted Therapeutic Massage. Owner and operator Brianna Crotinger […]
Discounted Ultrasound Rates
NIDPC Discount Health Network update! In maintaining the trend of adding benefits to our membership, we have recently partnered with Coeur d’Alene Ultrasound to provide our patients ultrasound services at significantly discounted cash pay prices. Travis and Trina Armstrong, owner and operator team, are ARDMS-credentialed and highly experienced in the science of medical sonography. […]
We’ve Partnered with Snap Fitness!
One of our goals in adopting the Direct Primary Care practice model was to present the community with a form of medicine that promotes preventive health. To further this goal, we have decided to initiate a local network of discounted health services that are accessible to our patients. We are pleased to announce that Snap […]
Three Ways a Direct Primary Care Medical Practice Promotes Health
Most of us want to be healthy, free from the burden of illness and disease. We want to enjoy life to the fullest, and being sick can only limit our horizons. A previous article, Five Common Characteristics of Healthy People, reviews strategies that many individuals employ to decrease the chance of illness and disability. In […]
Which over the counter medications should I use for my cold symptoms?
Cold season is upon us. Many of us are confused when we venture into the cold remedy aisle at the local supermarket, looking for relief from our runny nose, cough, sore throat and aches and pains. The following guide can help you pick the right medication for your particular symptoms: Runny Nose: A runny nose […]
Bladder infection prevention and symptoms
Bladder infection is common, especially among women. If left untreated, it may progress to the more serious kidney infection. Practical tips for women to decrease infection frequency include increasing fluid intake, urinating immediately after intercourse, acidifying the urine with a vitamin C tablet once or twice a day, not delaying bathroom breaks long after the […]
When to go to the Doctor for a Cold
Countless trips are made to health care providers for upper respiratory symptoms when the appointment was felt not to be necessary. Here are five signs and symptoms that physicians view as important in determining whether a “cold” needs treatment. This list is not exhaustive, and since every clinical scenario is unique, caution should be made […]
Fibromyalgia
“Doc, my muscles are always stiff and sore and I’m so tired. What’s wrong with me?” This is a common complaint that I frequently hear in my office, and it is often due to fibromyalgia. This chronic condition affects about 1 in 50 people and is more common in women. It is characterized by widespread […]
Non-Surgical Treatment for Joint Pain
Many patients ask what can be done for a sore joint such as a knee or shoulder. Specific recommendations depend on the underlying diagnosis – such as an injury – as well as many other factors. However, a number of general non surgical therapies are often recommended for joint pain. Below you will find a […]