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Dr. Richard C Matter serves in the Radiation Oncology Department at Baptist Health Corbin. | PHOTO BY MACEE SWAFFORD
advice to someone hesitant about trying LDRT is simple.“ Give it a try,” she said.
“ What can you lose?”
And perhaps most importantly, she wants people living with chronic joint pain to know they don’ t necessarily have to accept it as an unavoidable part of aging.
For patients whose osteoarthritis is beginning to affect their quality of life despite their treatments, Dr. Matter said the availability of LDRT locally means they can explore that option without traveling far from home.
“ There is definitely treatment,” Hinkle said.“ And, you know, don’ t give up.”
Those interested may contact Baptist Health Corbin at 606- 562-4770, or navigate to their website under the radiation oncology department to find out more.
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