FE ATURES
ADDRESSING THE PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF
BACK PAIN 06
Understanding the origins of pain and its eect on the psyche
allows providers with Physicians' Diagnostics & Rehabilitation
Clinics to better assist patients with chronic back pain.
COMPREHENSIVE PEDIATRIC SPINE CARE AT
GILLETTE CHILDREN'S SPECIALTY HEALTHCARE 11
Supported by a passionate team of experts, leading-edge
technolog y and a legacy of orthopedic leadership, Gillette
Children's Specia lty Hea lthcare is uniquely equipped to
manage the broad range of spina l deformities and conditions
that aect children.
RESEARCHERS LINK CHILDHOOD ATTACHMENT
ANXIETY TO POORER ADULT HEALTH 16
Attachment anxiety may be a significant mechanism by which
low childhood socioeconomic status contributes to adult
hea lth issues.
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THE ROLE OF COMMUNICATION IN HIGHLY-
EFFECTIVE HEALTH CARE 18
In an industry where technolog y and process are considered
the leading edge, providers would do well to consider the
power of conversation to improve patient care, occupationa l
satisfaction and outcomes.
DEPARTMENTS
DIAGNOSTICS 10
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Physicians' Diagnostics & Rehabilitation Clinics provides hands-on,
holistic care for the physical and psychological components of back pain.
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