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Health Help: What others are saying about Breath of Life

July 2, 2015 By: admin

rgbWEBHorizontalBOLlogoOver the years, we’ve met many people who have told us how much better they feel after chiropractic care. And we’re especially impressed with what local moms have said about their experience with our new website sponsor Dr. James Peterson and the staff at the Breath of Life Wellness Center.

Ginger Gold took her daughter, Taylor, to the center because they were in a car accident in 2014 that caused Taylor to start having headaches, neck pain and trouble concentrating in school.

chiro“After coming into the office for just a few short weeks, she (Taylor) was more focused, her headaches were going away, she would come home from school and not want to sleep but actually wanted to do her school work. She was so much happier every day. The best part is that her grades have gone from D’s and F’s to all A’s and B’s,” Ginger said.

Laura Tennant had enough of her congestion and chronic cough. As these things go, it was worse at night and she couldn’t sleep. As you know, there is nothing more miserable than not getting enough sleep! After an adjustment from Dr. James, Laura was finally able to sleep through the night and get the rest she needed.

“Dr. James is my primary health provider for many reasons… I can’t imagine what my health would be like without Dr. James and chiropractic care!”

Long-time client Debbie Cooper said, although she was skeptical at the beginning of her chiropractic care, she has also seen a wide range of improvements in her overall health.

cooper“It didn’t take very long before the range of motion in my neck started to improve and a slight, persistent discomfort in my lower back disappeared. As time went by, I noticed other improvements that I hadn’t expected. My digestion was getting better. My thinking was getting quicker. I felt more alert, more confident.”

To learn more about chiropractic care or to schedule an appointment with our sponsors at Breath of Life Wellness Center, click here or call 417-883-1141. To learn more about Dr. James (pictured below with his family), click here.

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Meet Mercy Pediatric Surgeon: Dr. Troy Spilde

June 22, 2015 By: admin

Trusting your baby (no matter how old your “baby” may be) to somebody else is terrifying. As moms, our kids’ health and safety is always on our mind. Things happen and fortunately, Mercy Kids, has a team of over 20 highly trained specialists that care for your our kids like family.

CaptureMeet Dr. Troy Spilde. Dr. Spilde specializes in pediatric surgery and understands that anytime a child undergoes surgery it can be unnerving for both mom and patient.  His “typical day” may be much different from you and me, but we all have the same goal: healthy kids.

 

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Note from Kelli and Mindi: Thank you, Dr. Spilde, for taking the time to educate our fellow SWMO mommas about the important work you do. We appreciate you caring for our kids as much as we do!

Describe your typical day as a pediatric surgeon.

My typical day begins pretty early in the morning. If I am operating, we have our first patient arrive around 0600 to get checked in to the hospital. From there, they will see many people, including the preop nurses, the anesthesiologist, the nurse anesthetist, our advanced practice nurses, and either my partner, Dr. Scott Keckler, or me. We try to be back in the operating room as quickly as possible, as we are aware that our patients have not had anything to eat or drink since the night before. We typically operate in a “youngest to oldest” fashion, meaning our youngest patients have their operations first, and our oldest following. You can explain to a teenager why they cannot eat prior to undergoing anesthesia, but infants and toddlers do not really care what the reason is. We see our hospital patients in between cases while the operating room is being prepared for the next patient, and when we are done operating, we go see our clinic patients in the afternoon. We occasionally have meetings, etc. in the afternoons or evenings, but even then we are sometimes not done operating if there is a child with an emergency. We have a pediatric surgeon available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week for emergency cases.

What’s the most challenging part of being a pediatric surgeon?

dr troy3The most challenging aspect is actually the training to become a pediatric surgeon. A typical path is, after college and medical school, to complete a five year general surgery residency, do a one or two year research fellowship, a one year critical care or minimally invasive surgery fellowship, followed by a two year pediatric surgery fellowship where you only care for children. My partner, Dr. Scott Keckler, and I are both board certified in general surgery, surgical critical care, and pediatric surgery. There is much more to being a pediatric surgeon than a general surgeon who operates on children. In addition, the other most challenging aspect is when an outcome is not as planned, or a child requires a reoperation. While this is rare, occasionally a problem can recur.

What advice do you offer to the parents of kids before their child undergoes an operation?

The most important piece of advice I would give is that we are all interested in the best possible outcome for your child. It can be scary and anxiety-provoking when your child needs an operation. We will do everything we can to make the experience as positive as possible. Parents are the only people who care more than we do in the best interest of their child, and even then it is pretty close. We take great pride in caring for children.

What do you and your nurses do to help decrease the fear that some kids feel prior to a surgery?

dr troyThis is a great question. We actually have an incredible Child Life department that hosts a preop party for kids. The child life staff are typically available for all our elective cases, and many of our urgent or emergent cases. They have a variety of distraction techniques, and can make things much less scary. Also, we have a medicine that we give kids over age one year prior to going back to the operating room. A typical scenario is the patient is checked in, we let the staff know when we are ready, and the nurses then give the medication (which is a liquid that is swallowed), the medication takes several minutes to start working, the child gets sleepy and isn’t aware of what is going on, and does not remember anything for several minutes surrounding the medication. We go back to the operating room while the medicine is still working, and there, the patient breathes a mask with oxygen and sedative gas. Once the patient is sleeping, an IV is placed, followed by a tube to help deliver oxygen and gas throughout the operation.

Do you work hand-in-hand with pediatricians?

Most of our referrals come from pediatricians, but there are several other providers who refer patients. (I refuse to call them clients; I became a doctor to take care of patients, not “clients”). Family practice doctors will frequently refer children for whom they care, as well as Ob/Gyn doctors who may be taking care of unborn infants with known problems based on ultrasounds, etc.

Describe the best part of your job.

The best part of my job is when a patient does well, and the family says “Thank you.” Many people are probably not aware, but I have kept every card, note, letter, and picture that has been given to me by families for whom I have cared.dr troy1

 

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Health Help: What to expect during your first chiropractic visit

May 29, 2015 By: admin

You know that nervous feeling you get while sitting in the waiting room for a medical or dental appointment? Even if you are there for a check-up, it can sometimes be nerve wracking! If you are there waiting for your little one to be seen, then it is an entire different anxious feeling!

rgbWEBHorizontalBOLlogoYou just never know what to expect when they open the door and call your name. We are here to help ease that anxious feeling!

Our sponsors at Breath of Life Wellness Center are giving us a “behind the scenes” look at what to expect at your first chiropractic appointment at Breath of Life. During your first visit, the goal is to evaluate your spine and nervous system, determine how it is functioning and find where the stress and challenges are that need to be addressed.

1.) We are here! If the appointment is for you, no worries about bringing your little side-kicks. Dr. James has a special area in the waiting room just for the kiddos. If the appointment is for your little one, even better! They will look forward to stopping by and getting to take advantage of their kid’s corner.

2.) Getting to know you: After you get settled into an exam room, Dr. James (click here to read our feature on Dr. James) will come in and get to know you (or the patient) a little better. He will take note of your medical history and any issues you may be having. The more he knows about you and the challenges you are facing, the better he can do his job! Next, Dr. James will take a minute to discuss chiropractic care and best practices he has found for his office.

3.) Exam: During your exam, Dr. James will use Insight tm technology. Sounds scary, but it is a simple computerized test that helps him measure nerve interference along the spine.  This process allows for increased accuracy in diagnosis, care and outcomes.Insight, 1

4.) That’s a wrap! After the exam, Dr. James will discuss his findings and what he believes would be best for treatment. Plan on at least an hour for your first visit, but don’t worry, after the initial visit you should be in and out in about 20 minutes.

Second visit: During your second visit, you will get the opportunity to ask lots of questions and discuss the findings from your initial exam (you will be given a Report of Findings).  If additional consultations, exams, referrals or testing is needed, he will go over those as well. Most care plans at Breath of Life consist of 3 phases and Dr. James will walk you through that process. After you have all your questions answered, you will receive your first adjustment.

See! Not so scary! Dr. James and his staff will walk you through every step and get you in and out and on your way!

To learn more about chiropractic care or to schedule an appointment, click here or call 417-883-1141. To learn more about Dr. James, click here.

 

Q&A with Dr. James Peterson, Pediatric Chiropractor

April 24, 2015 By: admin

rgbWEBHorizontalBOLlogoWe recently had the opportunity to sit down with our sponsors, Dr. James Peterson, or “Dr. James,” his wife Jessica and their three adorable daughters. Dr. James is the chiropractor, specializing in pediatrics, at Breath of Life Wellness Center.family

We walked into the office and immediately felt at ease. While the office was kept neat and tidy, it was clear that kids are welcome at Breath of Life! The girls were busy playing next to a bookshelf that was fully stocked and ready for kids to settle in and make themselves right at home. Now, I don’t know about you, but the last thing I want to worry about when sitting in a waiting room is if my kids are going to behave. Dr. James has you covered here!

It was clear from our conversation, Dr. James cares about the health of SWMO–in particular mommas and our babies (of all ages!).

1.) Describe your typical day:

Day to day life as a pediatric chiropractor can be very spontaneous! It has to be when working with kids! I provide care for families as well, so I get to care for adults too. My typical day is spent caring for folks of all ages. One visit I can be checking an infant with reflux or ear aches, a child with ADHD, autism or sensory processing disorder, a “well child” check-up or a pregnant mom. While my next visit may be a patient with varying concerns of digestive issues to muscle tension to pain.

2.) How long have you been a chiropractor? Nearly three years.

3.) How long have you lived in SWMO? 3 1/2 years.

4silly family.) When should a patient first visit a chiropractor?

Honestly, it is never too soon! Pregnant mothers should be checked regularly throughout their pregnancy to ensure proper function of their nervous system and proper alignment of the spine and pelvis. This will ensure the best opportunity for a healthy pregnancy for both mom and baby. Regular chiropractic check-ups also assist in smooth labor and delivery.

Mom and baby should be checked again after delivery. Mom needs to be checked for possible pelvic misalignments to help with a full and quick recovery. Baby should also be checked to ensure the nervous system is functioning to allow proper growth and developmental milestones are achieved. Especially, if mom had a prolonged labor or if there were interventions such as vacuum, forceps or c-section. This all causes a stress response within the nervous system, which potentially will lead to sickness.

5.) Do you specialize in any type of chiropractic care?

Yes, I have advanced training in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care with a special emphasis on neuro-developmental disorders such as autism, ADHD, sensory process disorder and anxiety. I am also trained to care for ear infections and asthmas in addition to “well child” check-ups.

6.) Do you accept insurance? We accept private pay.

7.) Describe the best part of your job?

The best part of my job is multifactorial. It is rewarding to witness the improvements in our patients. For example, a child with ADHD, a child who was kicked out of daycare or struggling in school or can’t sit long enough to get a haircut and now can do all of those things after a series of chiropractic girls dress upadjustments. Not only was the child’s life changed forever, but the improvements have dramatically lessened the parents stress, which decreases the overall stress of the family. By changing the life of a child, the family can be changed forever, thus affecting the community and the world. It’s really all about families!

8.) Just for fun, tell us about your daughters and the last thing they did to make you laugh. Our girls are little fireballs and are full of life! We have three little girls–ages 6, 4 and 18 months. They love music and dance as well as anything princess! A good tickle fight is in order at least once a week! Everyone piles on the bed and laughs and laughs! For some reason, I (Dr. James) always win! =) They love to do secret acts of service for my wife and I. Our sweet little angels always make us smile with their curiosity for life and willingness to do what’s right.

It has been our pleasure to learn more about Dr. James and his family! To learn more about chiropractic care or to schedule an appointment, click here or call 417-883-1141. To learn more about Dr. James, click here. We love our SWMO Mom sponsors!  

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Health Help: Mercy Presents Just B’tween Girls

April 13, 2015 By: admin

SPR_MCH_JustBTweenGirls_500x300_2015 (2)The life of a tweenager can be a challenge. The only thing that may be more challenging is being a momma of a tween. The good news? You’re not alone! We’re all figuring out this motherhood thing together, one day at a time, and Mercy can help. (Fyi… Mercy is one of the awesome sponsors here on SouthwestMissouriMoms.com.)

Just B’tween Us Girls, sponsored by Mercy Family Resource Center and Child Life Services, is a fun free girls’ night out for girls ages 9-13 and their moms. Sorry, guys! Girls only, please. Female Mercy pediatricians Dr. Elizabeth Andrews, Dr. Sara Caffey and Dr. Tamara Fusco will discuss the challenges our girls are facing during the tween years. Bonus! There will be a question and answer session, so don’t be afraid to speak up and ask those questions we know you’re dying to ask (because we want to know, too!).

The forum will take place on Monday, April 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Hammons Heart Institute Auditorium on the Springfield Mercy Hospital campus.

The evening will end with a special fashion show featuring 4 lucky tweens. What makes this fashion show different from others? Models choose their favorite outfits, but the catch is, it has to be something they already own! The model is the star of the show–rather than the fancy clothing! This show focuses on the tween and her individual interests, rather than the outfit choice. Models will walk the runway and explain to the audience how and why they made their wardrobe selection.

Models have strolled the runway wearing pj’s, carrying their favorite books or wearing their favorite lounging-around clothes. One daring model worked the runway dressed as a wrestler! We can’t wait to see what our creative tweens come up with this year!

The main event, of course, is hearing from the talented team of Mercy doctors.

Andrews1Caffey 3FuscoAs you can tell, this is a fantastic line-up. The program starts at 6:15 p.m., but you should plan to arrive by 5:30 p.m. That will allow you plenty of time to register, browse the booths and have a quick snack. The event will end at 7:30 p.m. (It’s a school night, after all!)

Questions? Click here for more information or call 1-800-909-8326.

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