Dr. Anthony Komaroff
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Online behavioral therapy is still in its infancyMar 07, 2016 4:45 am - Q: I've been looking into cognitive behavioral therapy to help with my anxiety. It would be convenient to do this therapy from home and, surprisingly, there seem to be m...
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Yoga and the relaxation response powerfully relieve stressFeb 28, 2016 10:00 pm - Q: A friend is urging me to try yoga because I'm stressed out. I am suspicious of all these “touchy-feely” practices. Does yoga have scientifically proven benefits? A: Y...
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Yoga and the relaxation response powerfully relieve stressFeb 28, 2016 5:14 am - Q: A friend is urging me to try yoga because I’m stressed out. I am suspicious of all these “touchy-feely” practices. Does yoga have scientifically proven benefits? A: Y...
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Massage is a legitimate therapy for back painFeb 22, 2016 4:45 am - Q: My back is always sore. A friend suggested that massage therapy might help. Massages are expensive, so I want to make sure there's some evidence behind this. Is there...
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Depression after a stroke can be successfully treatedFeb 13, 2016 6:18 am - Q: My mother had a stroke that weakened one side of her body. But the bigger problem right now is her depression. Can that be treated, or is it caused by irreversible br...
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The cause of nightmares remains a mysteryFeb 06, 2016 6:18 am - Q: Is there anything I can do to stop having terrible nightmares? They scare me, and ruin my sleep. A: There may be something you can do. The first thing you should know...
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CRP blood test is not useful for everyoneJan 30, 2016 6:18 am - Q: Both my parents had heart disease, so I'm worried I might get it. A friend said I should get a CRP test, but my doctor hasn't ordered one. Should I ask him about the ...
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The right kind of chewing gum lowers the risk of tooth decayJan 23, 2016 6:18 am - Q: Why do dentists recommend chewing gum? Doesn't gum cause cavities? A: Dentists don't recommend just any chewing gum. They recommend sugar-free gum, specifically gum t...
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Interval training allows more intense exercise in less timeJan 16, 2016 6:14 am - Q: What is interval training? What are the benefits of exercising this way? A: Interval training simply means alternating between short bursts of intense exercise and br...
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Arthroscopy is gold standard for minor knee surgeryJan 09, 2016 12:00 am - Q: I'm a lifelong runner with severe knee pain. I hate the thought of surgery, but hear it's not such a big deal these days, using arthroscopy. How do I know if I'm a go...