Houston Methodist@MethodistHosp

A top 15 honor roll hospital in Houston, TX. Leading Medicine

 Houston, Texas
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Joined April 2009
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After a decade of chronic pain, a long-awaited diagnosis and surgery allowed a piano teacher to enjoy music again. Grateful to @HoustonChron for telling this incredible story of persistence, surgical innovation, and healing.
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For more than 10 years, Gail Briceño struggled with chronic headaches, ear pain and sound sensitivity so severe she had to stop playing the piano. houstonchronicle.com/health/…
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Smoke-free and tobacco-free don't mean risk-free. Here's what you should know about nicotine pouches. spr.ly/6013BGjDmD

Are Nicotine Pouches Bad for You?

Find out more about their potential health effects and what the FDA's recent authorization actually means.

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Learn common causes of back pain and why staying active can help you recover. spr.ly/6015BGBAOT

6 Common Reasons for Back Pain and How to Get Relief

Find out what causes back pain, as well as how to get relief.

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Center Field Cinema presented by @MethodistHosp is back at Constellation Field on Friday, October 9! Bring your friends and family out for a FREE showing of Toy Story 5 on our Texas-sized videoboard! 👉 atmilb.com/47fmuFe
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Earned it 👊 #ChaseTheFight x @MethodistHosp
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Weak hips don't always cause hip pain. In fact, they can contribute to problems throughout the body, from the knees and lower back to balance and athletic performance.
Person in blue leggings and white sneakers exercising with a pink resistance band around their thighs. Text: 'Could weak hips be causing your aches and pains? Your hips are the engine of your body. When weak, other areas may compensate.' Houston Methodist.

ALT Person in blue leggings and white sneakers exercising with a pink resistance band around their thighs. Text: 'Could weak hips be causing your aches and pains? Your hips are the engine of your body. When weak, other areas may compensate.' Houston Methodist.

A man with dark skin, wearing a blue shirt and light pants, holds his lower back in discomfort. Text: \"Weak hips don't just affect your hips. They can contribute to: Knee pain, Lower back pain, Balance issues, Shoulder and elbow problems in throwing athletes.\"

ALT A man with dark skin, wearing a blue shirt and light pants, holds his lower back in discomfort. Text: \"Weak hips don't just affect your hips. They can contribute to: Knee pain, Lower back pain, Balance issues, Shoulder and elbow problems in throwing athletes.\"

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Learn what you can do to strengthen them: spr.ly/6017BGuLev
Text: How do you know if your hips are weak? It lists signs: shifting weight when walking, difficult single-leg movements, and nagging aches despite feeling strong, indicating weak hip stabilizers. A translucent 3D rendering of human hip & upper thigh bones is on the right.

ALT Text: How do you know if your hips are weak? It lists signs: shifting weight when walking, difficult single-leg movements, and nagging aches despite feeling strong, indicating weak hip stabilizers. A translucent 3D rendering of human hip & upper thigh bones is on the right.

A smiling blonde woman in a neon yellow top stretches her leg outdoors, holding her foot. Blue headphones are around her neck. Overlay text: 'How to build stronger hips' with categories for Balance work, Dynamic exercises, & Mobility exercises.

ALT A smiling blonde woman in a neon yellow top stretches her leg outdoors, holding her foot. Blue headphones are around her neck. Overlay text: 'How to build stronger hips' with categories for Balance work, Dynamic exercises, & Mobility exercises.
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Prostate problems can have several causes. Learn what to watch out for. spr.ly/6011B1xuVU

Prostate Problems: Why You Shouldn't Ignore Them

Prostate problems? Learn what to do here.

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In this informative video, Dr. Brian Miles delves into effective strategies, including the best foods, supplements, and lifestyle changes that can help lower your chances of developing prostate cancer.
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Want to build muscle that lasts? One of our sports medicine doctors shares what really works for sustainable strength. spr.ly/6011BG6u5f

Best Way to Build Muscle, According to a Sports Medicine Doctor

Social media is full of muscle-building advice. A sports medicine doctor explains what actually works, and what most people get wrong.

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All the fall-flavored things are back, and PSL season is here! In @ParadeMagazine, Dr. Jiteshi Joshi discusses why you may want to rethink that pumpkin spice coffee creamer. spr.ly/6019BGBfAx

A Tasty Beverage Can Increase Cancer Risk, Oncologists Say

Say it isn't so!

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Learn what can cause PSA levels to rise, what an elevated result may mean for screening and when additional testing may be recommended. spr.ly/6016B1xRO4

Elevated PSA: What It Means for Prostate Cancer Screening

Learn how your doctor uses the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test to screen for prostate cancer, and what to expect when your level is high.

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Dr. Valentine Millien discusses what daily habits may be quietly impacting your colon cancer risk in @EatingWell. spr.ly/6011BGBAGV

6 Things That Are Quietly Impacting Colon Cancer Risk

These six habits may quietly increase your colon cancer risk. Learn why habits like sitting too much, drinking alcohol and not eating enough fiber can affect your colon health, plus what to do...

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How do you know if you're simply tired from a good workout or pushing your body too hard? We cover this and more in our recent On Health episode. spr.ly/6016B1xngC

Exercise: The Difference Between Fatigue & Overtraining

Is your workout making you stronger, or is it pushing you toward burnout? Learn the warning signs of overtraining and how to recover effectively.

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We also cover what’s happening as your body recovers from exercise and whether your tracker’s readiness score is actually useful. Listen on Spotify: spr.ly/6017B1xngh
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Plus, our sports medicine expert grades recovery tools (massage guns, foam rollers, recovery boots, cryotherapy and creatine) from A to F. Listen on Apple Podcasts: spr.ly/6018B1xn96

Exercise: The Difference Between Fatigue & Overtraining

Podcast Episode · On Health with Houston Methodist · August 25 · 38m

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In this episode, we discuss why establishing care with a primary care physician is a smart investment toward your long-term health. We explain the preventive care measures that help catch issues early, even if you have no noticeable symptoms. spr.ly/6012BGJrri

Checkups in Your 20s: Screenings You'll Be Glad You Didn't Skip

You may feel perfectly healthy in your 20s, but that doesn't mean y...

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Boredom gets a bad rap. A clinician explains why short breaks from constant input can help memory, creativity and emotional regulation in this episode of On Health: spr.ly/6019B1xV2S

Boredom: The Surprising Benefit of Having Nothing to Do (Podcast)

Is boredom bad for you? A Houston Methodist clinician explains why short bursts of doing nothing can boost creativity, memory and mental health.

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Find out what the “rawdogging boredom” trend gets right and wrong. Listen on Spotify: spr.ly/6010B1xV2s
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You don’t need a digital detox to fix your relationship with your phone. Discover the healthy habits you can start today. Listen on Apple Podcasts: spr.ly/6014B1xV2a

Boredom: The Surprising Benefit of Having Nothing to Do

Podcast Episode · On Health with Houston Methodist · August 18 · 38m

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