The last time you visited the doctor’s office or were treated for a medical issue, you may have received a document in the mail from your insurance company clearly marked, “NOT A BILL.” Although this paperwork can indeed appear as an invoice at first glance, it is actually what your insurance company refers to as
Be Active on your Road to Recovery Prior to a procedure for your knee, your independence will be limited because of the following symptoms: swelling, difficulty bending and straightening your knee, and decreased strength. These limitations will contribute to difficulty with walking, squatting, and negotiating stairs – in addition to higher level activities
Previously on the Reflex blog, we discussed out of pocket costs and preauthorization, as they relate to your health insurance coverage. Today we’d like to cover another common question: Where should you turn when it comes to insurance questions? While most people have a tendency to call the doctor’s office, the most efficient route to immediate
Looking far ahead in my life, I want to be able maintain a level of activity and mobility that will allow me to enjoy the things that I love doing today. In my mind, being active and being mobile go hand-in-hand, be that in a round of golf or exploring a new city on a
Due to changing health care laws over the past couple years, the Reflex team has seen many health insurance companies change their requirements and coverage for Joint Fluid Therapy (HA Injections). Many insurance companies now require pre-approval or preauthorization before any practice can treat you. Pre-authorization is an extra step that many insurance companies require for their plan
Time and time again at Reflex, we have witnessed the effectiveness of off-loading knee braces in reducing pain and increasing functionality for patients struggling with uni-compartmental osteoarthritis (OA). And the tool’s benefits are backed by other experts in our field – the Journal of Sports Health and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons both report that including
At Reflex, we’re determined to help people dealing with knee pain get back to life through our non-surgical treatments, but many patients have questions about their insurance policy and its’ coverage for our services. To help you deepen your understanding of insurance complexities, we are launching a series of blog posts. These will guide you in choosing the best plan
Some exciting news was published earlier this year in the Journal of Arthritis and Rheumatology – researchers from the University of Iowa have discovered that a synthetic gel capable of repairing cartilage may also prevent development of osteoarthritis (OA). James Martin, Ph.D., assistant professor of orthopedics and rehabilitation at the University of Iowa, and
In many areas around the country Yoga is growing in popularity, and Portland is no exception. Despite your perceptions of yoga, it’s not just for health nuts and hippies. This ancient practice of stretching, fluid movement, breathing, and meditation is accessible in a variety of ways, and can not only help improve overall bodily function
Treatments for knee osteoarthritis (OA) have not changed much over the last couple of decades. Surgery is still the most common treatment for those suffering from severe cartilage degeneration – while more holistic treatment options (such as physical therapy, knee braces, and joint fluid therapy) are growing in popularity as patients become more educated about the disease.
A new study out of London is changing everything to do with a naturally occurring protein circulating in human blood, known as C-type natriuretic peptide, or ‘CNP’. CNP plays a role in the repair of damaged tissue and also reduces inflammation. Until now, there was little hope that it would be useful in conditions such
= If your knee pain has led to weight gain, you are not alone. Individuals suffering from recurrent or chronic knee pain are often caught in a relentless cycle: knee pain begins to limit activity, which leads to weight gain. For every pound of weight, 5 pounds of loading force are passed on through the knee during activities such as
