September lectures focus on arthritis, sleep disorders, back pain ...

Centegra Health System will host free wellness lectures in September about arthritis, sleep disorders and back pain. Space is limited. Register by calling 877-CENTEGRA (877-236-8347).

Aches, pains, inflammation and more may be experienced by one who has arthritis or bursitis. Both conditions can lead to these discomforting symptoms, yet it may be hard to differentiate which is the exact cause. Join Dr. Ali Malick, rheumatologist on staff with Centegra Physician Care, as he uncovers the difference between arthritis and bursitis. Malick will provide tips to prevent these ailments and will discuss innovative treatment options. ?Athritis vs. Bursitis: Removing the Misconceptions? will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12 at Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center-Crystal Lake, 200 Congress Parkway.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, 74 percent of Americans suffer from debilitating sleep disorders and the majority of them are undiagnosed. There are many types of sleep disorders, ranging from staying awake, sleepwalking, snoring, sleep apnea and more. Join Dr. Firas Dairi, an independent pulmonologist on staff at Centegra Health System, as he discusses common sleep disorders, how they are linked to other chronic conditions and available treatment options. ?A Night of Perfect Sleep? will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19 at Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center-Huntley, 10450 Algonquin Road.

Centegra Health System offers a personalized approach to the treatment of acute and chronic back and spine conditions. Back pain is common, however, it shouldn?t be accepted as part of one?s life. Join Dr. Sandhya Meesala, medical director of the Centegra Back and Spine Center, as she explains how Centegra provides access to non-invasive treatments and how to live a life free of back pain. ?It?s Time to Align Your Spine? will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25 at Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center-Huntley.

Centegra Health System is committed to meeting the health care needs of the residents of greater McHenry County and to making services available in multiple and convenient locations, including hospitals in McHenry and Woodstock, Immediate and Physician Care Centers, Centegra Sage Cancer Center, Health Bridge Fitness Centers and more. As the region?s leading health care provider, Centegra Health System continues to bring the latest treatments and technology, along with the skills of nearly 4,000 medical professionals, to meet the needs of the growing McHenry County community. For more information on Centegra Health System visit Facebook and Twitter or call 877-CENTEGRA (877-236-8347).

Source: http://centegra.org/september-lectures-focus-on-arthritis-sleep-disorders-back-pain/

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