Page 11 - Palm City Spotlight - January '24

Palm City Spotlight, Page 11

kids corner

Math Problems Could Spell Some children receive adequate math instruction but problem. If you made one careless error, it doomed your
perform poorly in math due to a math learning disability
answer. Language is a fourth cognitive system involved in
Dyscalculia called dyscalculia. These children might grasp simple math math. You had to use language to understand “how much
but struggle with multistep math or math word problems. money do you have left” requires subtraction. Math has
By Jim Forgan, Ph.D., They learn multiplication facts only to forget them. other specialized vocabulary words such as sum, radius,
School Psychologist There are many reasons why a child might have math and hypotenuse. A fifth cognitive system needed for math
“If you have $196 dollars difficulty. Consider the introductory math problem. is processing speed. Your child is often timed on math
and you spend $27, how much What brain systems did you use to solve the problem? tests or expected to rapidly know their basic addition,
money do you have left?” One cognitive system which is important for math is subtraction, or multiplication facts.
If you are a math whiz you visualization. You might have visualized the numbers As you can see, telling your child to “try harder”
quickly knew the answer was 196 and 27 in your mind as you visually regrouped and in math might not be the solution. Our testing helps
$169 but perhaps you had to subtracted to solve the equation. Another important identify which of your child’s cognitive systems are
think about it, write it, ask cognitive system is your working memory. You had to working well and which ones might be causing a math
Alexa, or use a calculator hold 196 and 27 in your working memory while you learning disability and dyscalculia. There are specialized
before knowing the answer. performed the math operation. math programs and learning strategies available to help
The key here is you knew A third cognitive system important for math is children. Call to discuss your child. Visit JimForgan.com
the basics of how to solve the problem. If you did not have attention. Regardless of using mental math or paper, you or call (561) 625-4125.
technology, you could solve the math problem by hand. had to give great attention to detail as you solved the

Cirque Du Soirée from page 10

unique experiences and beautiful artwork. The atmosphere
will be electric with sensational entertainment, including
surprise performances that will awe all in attendance and
the Soul Survivors band that will bring the celebration to
the dance floor. Throughout the night, guests will have
the chance to win wonderful treats, bid on spectacular
packages in both a silent and live auction, and enjoy an
ORTHOPAEDICS exquisite gourmet dinner with an open bar.
All proceeds from this fantastic evening will support
House of Hope’s Project HOPE (Helping Others
Progress through Empowerment). Project HOPE is the
foundation of House of Hope’s client-centered approach to
empowering residents to overcome hunger and hardship.
Their case management team uses the full scope of
internal programs and services, as well as those provided
by a network of partners, to move households forward on
their path to success.
“Our 40th anniversary gives us a chance to celebrate
the people and organizations that have made it possible
for House of Hope to empower our friends and neighbors
in need for the past four decades,” House of Hope CEO
Rob Ranieri said. “This promises to be a special evening,
and its impact will be felt in everything we are able to do
to benefit our clients.”
Be sure not to miss this amazing opportunity to
make a difference while delighting in pure elegance
and celebration. Tickets are available at hohmartin.org/
soiree at $250 per person. Seating is limited, so be sure
The Patricia Lichtenberger Medical Plaza is located at 2150 SE Salerno Road in Stuart.
to purchase tickets early.
Robotic technology helps fine tune Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Contact
House of Hope’s Events Team at events@hohmartin.org
or (772) 286-4673, Ext. 1031.
joint replacement surgery

Osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease, plan if needed during surgery, and better execute
is the most common cause of walking-related the removal of bone during the surgery.
disability in people age 65 and older.
Robotic-assisted technology can add
Anti-inflammatory medications, physical
therapy, braces, activity modification, weight accuracy and precision to total knee
loss or injections can help some individuals replacement surgery.
with osteoarthritis. Often, the disease will
progress despite these measures. If joint According to registry data, this technology is
replacement is recommended, patients may more accurate than traditional surgery for total
benefit from emerging technologies available knee replacement,” says Jason Weisstein, MD,
to assist surgeons. an orthopaedic surgeon at Cleveland Clinic The astonishing artistry of the Lollipop Lyra gymnasts
added to the excitement and glamour of last year’s
Martin Health who sees patients at the Patricia
Orthopaedic surgeons at Cleveland Clinic Lichtenberger Medical Plaza located at 2150 Cirque du Soirée event. The 2024 event promises to be
Martin Health have access to robotic-assisted even more spectacular as House of Hope celebrates its
technology, which can add accuracy and SE Salerno Road in Stuart next to Cleveland 40th anniversary.
Clinic Martin South Hospital.
precision to total knee replacement surgery.
“Ultimately, we want to provide the best possible
The robot helps surgeons create a 3-D model of outcomes for our patients, and this technology
a patient’s bone, choose the correct implant size has the potential to do that.”
and placement, and create a custom surgical
plan. Surgeons use the robot to conduct a virtual If you need joint replacement, ask your doctor if
run-through prior to surgery, adjust the surgical you are a candidate for robotic-assisted surgery.

TALK WITH AN EXPERT.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Weisstein or another Cleveland
Clinic Martin Health orthopaedic surgeon, call 877.463 2010 or visit
ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/OrthoDoctors. It’s The Law!
Jason Weisstein, MD