Archive | December 2013
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Diagnosis & Treatment of Chiari Malformation
Chiari malformation can be linked to certain birth defects, so children born with these defects are usually tested to see whether they might also have a Chiari malformation. Most people with Chiari malformation (usually type I) appear healthy. So the diagnosis can come as a surprise and often follows testing, examination, or treatment for another […]
High Quality Spinal Care That Will Save You Some Bones
With so much talk about the rising costs of medical care, it’s refreshing to hear about a surgeon and hospital working together to raise care levels while lowering costs. John T. Smith, orthopedic surgeon at Primary Children’s Hospital, was recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of 10 Spine Surgeons Leading Spine Outcomes & Cost-Effectiveness Registries. […]
Signs & Symptoms of Chiari Malformation
In a previous blog post, we talked about the basics of Chiari Malformation. Many kids with type I Chiari malformation have no signs and symptoms and don’t even know that they have a malformation. They find out about it only when they’re tested for another problem. But if a Chiari malformation is severe enough to […]
Utah Athletes Spread Holiday Cheer by Visiting Patients & Families
“I was in shock. I was excited. I get star struck.” Christina Christensen didn’t expect anyone to visit her hospital room that afternoon, but Gordon Hayward and Alec Burks from the Utah Jazz were a welcome surprise. The Idaho Falls teen briefly chatted with the players and posed for a few pictures. “The past few […]
