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- PoleWalking: Walk with Attitude, Walk Young, Help Alleviate Back Pain & Improve Posture - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from jayah paleyPeople with back pain were once told – Go to Bed! Now physicians and therapists often say – Take a walk! But do these wellness professionals intend for you to walk with your spine rigid ??? You might as well go to bed. No, they envision the natural movement pattern of the spine. Yet, ...
Views: 1636(1 vote) - Prolotherapy, is it right for you? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2010 from David StevensProlotherapy, which is shorthand for proliferative therapy, refers to a variety of techniques for healing or repairing damaged ligaments and tendons. Earliest reports of this practice date back to Hippocrates, who used a hot poker to repair the rotator cuffs of javelin throwers, and a hot needle ...
Views: 1940(1 vote) - Psychoses - ”Phantom Brain Pain” - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from David HanscomChronic pain involves a web of variables that can be complex, but often patients don't want a complicated explanation for their pain. The pain is so severe, and so difficult to live with, that they just want to hear a simple root cause. They are often stuck on the idea that their pain is caused ...
Views: 1240(1 vote) - Rheumatoid Arthritis - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Pamela HeyenRheumatoid arthritis is a painful inflammatory condition of the joints’ marked by swelling, thickening, and inflammation of the synovial membrane lining of the joint. (In contract, osteoarthritis is characterized by breakdown of the joint cartilage without any swelling or inflammation.) ...
Views: 1851(1 vote) - Runner's Health - What Is Piriformis Syndrome? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Andrew HunterNot too many people know this, but I used to run on my high school’s track team. I wasn’t very good at it, so there’s really nothing to brag about. But the running was still good exercise. However it did come with a price. Sure, I’d get a case of shin splints now and then, but the real ...
Views: 2115(1 vote) - Scar Less Head And Neck Surgery Will Let You Uncomfortable - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2012 from vincent zeeThe thyroid gland is an endocrine gland with the shape of a butterfly that exists in the lower front from the neck. The thyroid is responsible for secreting thyroid hormones, which will be placed in the blood vessels and then transported into other parts from the body. Thyroid hormone allows the ...
Views: 1052(1 vote) - Simple Ways to Heal a Sore Back - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2016 from Harshad JethraPhysical Therapy may broadly be seen a science or a healing methodology, and is a combination of physiology with some exercises which make the muscles stronger, supple and better placed to support the body for its everyday functioning. Physical therapy is highly effective for all types of ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - Six New "Superfoods" You'll Want to Try and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * Six New "Superfoods" You'll Want to Try * So-called "superfoods" are supposed to help you stay healthy, fight disease and even live longer. Learn all the buzz on six hot new "superfoods." Go here for the complete news story: ...
Views: 1842(2 votes) - Sleep Like a Baby: 5 Reasons Why Bed Warmers are Better than Electric Blankets - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Christiene Socorro VillanuevaSummary: If you have been toying with the idea of purchasing an electric blanket - WAIT. Read through this article and find out what's the "in" thing nowadays and why. Joe Henderson of Michigan gets pissed off every time his wife, Mary, snuggles close to him at night; her hair tickling ...
Views: 3175(3 votes) - Slipped Disc Low Back Injury - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Kimm smithThe term “pinched nerve” is somewhat of a catch-all phrase that is commonly used to describe the pain associated with a variety of conditions from subluxations, to tunnel syndromes to the referred pain from trigger points. Most of the time, what is called a pinched nerve is actually an ...
Views: 914(1 vote) - Spinal Stenosis - Spinal Decompression Can Help - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Dr. Michael L. HallWhat is Stenosis? Spinal Stenosis is a medical condition in which the spinal canal narrows and compresses the spinal cord and/or exiting nerve roots. Stenosis is from the Greek word meaning "a narrowing". Central canal stenosis is a narrowing of the channel in the center of each vertebra ...
Views: 1447(1 vote) - SUFFERING FROM BACK PAIN? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2019 from Kylie JenSUFFERING FROM BACK PAIN? Back Pain is the most common symptom that everyone goes through uncounted times in their lives. Most of the people usually ignore it but in the long run, it gets worse if not treated well on time. Now there are lots of reasons which results in back pain. Sometimes it ...
Views: 861(1 vote) - Take Control Of Your Frozen Shoulders With Specialized Treatments - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Patrick ThompsonFrozen shoulder is a condition that is accurately described in its name. The shoulder is extremely painful and movement of the joint is severely restricted. The shoulder is prevented from freely moving around in the shoulder joint because of the formation of scar tissue.This troubling and ...
Views: 1053(1 vote) - TENS Unit Electrode Placement Guide - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2019 from Jessica RoggersPain relieving modalities are the most commonly used in physical therapy. When a patient experiences pain they have difficulty participating in their rehabilitation regimen. One of the main goals in pain management in physical therapy is to have a modality that is non-invasive and efficient. ...
Views: 677(1 vote) - The best natural remedies to get relief from back pain - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from N K SinghHowever, it has been observed that, most of the adults around the world are experiencing the issue with this lower back pain. And it is one of the common problems that everyone has. You can find some possible reasons like sprained ligament, muscle strains, slipped disk and some other joint ...
Views: 613(1 vote) - The Dangers to your Spine in Daily Living - Brushing your Teeth - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2010 from Gail McGonigalWhat! A simple task as brushing your teeth? How can this be so dangerous? I have done it this way for years and it’s never been a problem! The fact that you have repeated the same motion for years may be the reason why your back is now giving you problems. It may be that you are so ...
Views: 1522(1 vote) - The Dangers to your Spine in Daily Living: Picking up a Feather - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from Gail McGonigalWhether you are picking up a feather or a sack of potatoes; the principles of bending over and reaching to the floor are the same. Always remember that your spine is not designed to bend into a 90 degree angle. There is no flexibility in the spine. It is your legs that need the movement and not ...
Views: 2553(1 vote) - The Effectiveness Of Tens Unit Electrodes - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2019 from Jessica RoggersEntering a few details TENS represents Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. Electric driving forces are utilized to give rest from torment. It's a blend of designing and your body to get relief from proceeding with torments. Cathodes have a deciding case while offering the loosening ...
Views: 622(1 vote) - The Hidden Cause to Nearly All Sciatica Pain - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2011 from Andrew HunterSciatica is a sharp pain in your lower back, buttocks, or legs that oftentimes just won’t go away. If you’re reading this, then there’s a good chance that you probably suffer from Sciatica. Most cases of Sciatica are caused by muscle imbalances, such as Piriformis syndrome. Here I’ll be ...
Views: 1357(2 votes) - The Intestine-Connection to Low Back Pain - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Dennis CrawfordTHE INTESTINE-LOW BACK PAIN CONNECTION The majority of Americans will experience low back pain at some point in their lives. This sometimes debilitating condition costs the country 60 BILLION dollars per year. Unfortunately, all the studies have shown that regardless of what one does for ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - The Many Benefits of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Robert JonesMassage therapy is very important for the human body. It relaxes the body and helps in the stimulation of the tissues of our body. Registered massage therapists help in proper rehabilitation after an injury. Massage therapy maintains the proper functioning of body. Massage therapists mostly use ...
Views: 970(2 votes) - The Most Popular Types of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from sarah labdarThere are over 100 different types of massage practiced in today’s society. Each one uses different techniques, strokes and instruments throughout the massage to accomplish the ultimate goal of healing. For each different type of massage there is a specific training, hands on hours and state ...
Views: 1669(1 vote) - The Trauma/Pain Connection and How To Heal It - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2019 from Cindy PerlinLong term, unresolved emotional distress is very common among trauma survivors. And, just as there is ongoing emotional repercussions from trauma, there are ongoing physical repercussions. How Trauma Causes Pain A traumatic event is one in which a person has been exposed to actual or ...
Views: 812(1 vote) - Tips to Recovering and Preventing Common Injuries - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Bonnie PfiesterFew people are lucky enough to never experience some type of back pain in their lifetime. I know what back pain can do to someone - and it’s not fun by any means. A few years ago I suffered from a muscle spasm after a shoulder workout. The spasm was yanking on my discs and throwing me all out ...
Views: 1174(1 vote) - Top 4 Ways of Relieving Shoulder Pain - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2021 from Marina PalThere is a high possibility that you do not think much about your shoulders until one day you suddenly experience pain in one or both of them. When you experience shoulder pain, you might find activities such as reaching behind your back, drying your hair, or grabbing something overhead seem ...
Views: 401(1 vote) - Top 5 Tips to Choosing the Best Neck and Back Pain Mattress - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2017 from Jaclyn TengWhen it comes to sleeping, everything matters. From your bed to how you sleep. Your choice of mattress can worsen or improve your neck and back pain. Muscle strains and poor slumbering posture can be as a result of poor mattress choice. This can result in you having a back pain. A mattress that ...
Views: 1273(1 vote) - Treat your spine pain with Ayurveda - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2019 from Dr Nitesh KhondeOur generation has been experiencing the highest revolution of globalization. However, along with its benefits in our day-to-day life, comes the drawback of having to constantly carry our books and laptops on our shoulder, and habits begin from our school life and continue till the end of our ...
Views: 855(1 vote) - Treating Knee Pain and Spinal Cord Injuries through Ayurveda - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2019 from Dr Nitesh KhondeSpecialized hospitals are those which deal with any particular type of surgery or deals with special medical needs. Specialized hospitals help reduce medical and surgery costs. Special care hospital in Nagpur come in different types ranging from long term acute care hospitals, rehabilitation ...
Views: 836(1 vote) - Treating Lower Back Pain with Acupuncture - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2011 from Christina MarinoAcupuncture is a form of Chinese medicine that encourages natural lower back pain relief while healing and improving body functions. This treatment is administered by insertion and manipulation of hair thin needles into the body and by applying electric stimulation at particular acupuncture ...
Views: 1102(1 vote) - Try Natural for joint relief – it really works - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2010 from Andy RossRecent times have clearly seen the global population swelling at an alarming speed. One apparently understands that the same has given rise to changing lifestyles which more recently have become highly complicated and unorganized. This obviously has been followed with an upsurge in factors ...
Views: 1101(2 votes) - Upper Back and Neck Pain Relief - Reading in Bed - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Martin SchneckenbergerReading in bed may be the cause of why you are experiencing upper back, neck and even possibly shoulder pain. When you sustain a position for 20 or so minutes, the muscles that are creating the actions are shortening. In the case of sitting up or lying down in bed and reading, the pecs and the ...
Views: 5280(1 vote) - Useful Tips on How to Find the Most Suitable Body Building Supplement - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2020 from Imtiaz AhmedWhen it comes to personal maintenance, then only a small group of people do well in that subject. The reason why others are not is many don't have proper guidance and also don't know how to prepare themselves for that cause. Personal maintenance of your body simply requires your full attention ...
Views: 606(2 votes) - What Are Muscle Imbalances and How Do They Cause Back Pain? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you’ve ever read any of my other articles, you’ve probably noticed that I say that most back pain can be traced back to muscle imbalances as it’s root cause. What exactly am I talking about and how do they cause back pain? Your muscles are made out of fibers that can contract and stretch. ...
Views: 1536(1 vote) - What Can Be Done to Relieve SI Joint Pain? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Andrew HunterThe sacroiliac joint (or SI joint) connects the base of the spine with the pelvis. Not surprisingly, the sacroiliac joint rests between the sacrum (S1 - S5 vertebrae) and the ilia bones (hips). The SI joint helps to protect your pelvis from fracture or damage due to the stress and torsion that ...
Views: 3415(1 vote) - What Causes Back Pain in Daily Living? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2010 from Gail McGonigalBack pain is the most common cause of visits to your family doctor, because of its interference in our movements in daily activities. The reason for its high incidence is because you are creating too much dynamic movement in your spine, during these activities; with insufficient balanced, ...
Views: 1320(1 vote) - What is involved in Physical Therapy Treatment for Migraines? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Igor StilerThis article provides a look into what is involved in physical therapy treatment for migraines. Migraines are recurrent, extremely painful headaches which are now and then accompanied by nausea, visual disturbances, or other symptoms. People affected by migraines commonly describe the pain as a ...
Views: 779(1 vote) - What's Causing The Ringing In My Ears? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from sarah labdarTinnitus is a condition that causes a person to hear sounds and noises that no one else can hear. Tinnitus is a fairly common condition that occurs in about 10% of the population. Tinnitus is normally found in the elderly however more recent studies have shown an increase in tinnitus occurrence ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - What? You Threw Out Your Back Again?! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2011 from Roberta MittmanFact: Approximately 8 out of 10 people have experienced back pain at some point in their lives. Wow. With that many sufferers among us, it's no surprise that I often hear complaints of back trouble as an acupuncturist and alternative practitioner in my New York wellness center. "Throwing ...
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Views: 611(1 vote) - Why Ergonomic Chairs Are A Must For Every Office? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2019 from Kalyna KapurStudies have proven that long-term sedentary positions is not good and can be a risk to health. Prolong sitting on a chair with little to no movement of the spine can develop into something very hazardous to the health of an individual. With the present work culture where sitting on a chair is ...
Views: 585(1 vote) - Why Turmeric is The Best Supplement for Meniscus Tears - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2020 from Hassan AwanMeniscus tears suck. There’s no way around it. If you’ve ever experienced this in your life, then you know how painful and disruptive it can be. What makes a meniscus tear so painful and can oftentimes lead to lingering pain well after surgery and rehabilitation is inflammation in the knee ...
Views: 1373(1 vote) - Will Acupuncture Truly Work? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Fort Lauderdale AcupunctureWill Acupuncture Truly Work? Typically times people today ponder If Acupuncture works, or If it is even real. I will tell them to display me their hand. I'll put my thumb and forefinger at a historical point referred to as He gu and push down with as little bit of force. "OW, that hurts", ...
Views: 1712(1 vote) - Yoga for back pain relief - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Manidip ChakrabartyIn the yogic system there are lots of postures of Yoga for back pain relief available. But before going directly to practice those postures you should understand that, why back pain occurs? Some years ago the back pain problem was limited to aged people only. But now as we are under the "fast ...
Views: 865(1 vote) - EFT For a Car Accident - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Ruthi BackenrothAfter a car accident, EFT can be an extremely useful tool to help anyone involved to overcome the physical and emotional effects of that trauma. I would urge people who have been in car accidents, whether recent or long past, to tap on acupuncture points while reviewing the images, physical ...
Views: 3261(3 votes) - Ergonomic Sitting - Skeletal Health for Your Back - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Gail McGonigalErgonomic sitting is the term that I have created for performing work-based activities throughout the day for comfort in prolonged sitting. The term was created by me after finding I had overcome the postural scoliosis in my spine, caused from one leg being longer than the other; which is common ...
Views: 3117(3 votes) - Polarity Therapy - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2012 from Nancy TurcichPolarity Therapy by Nancy M. Turcich, NTS, RPP, RPE Polarity therapy is a unique and vital way of looking at the human body and its parts. By “parts” I don’t mean a leg or an arm. I am referring to the “parts” that make up a person: the physical, mental, emotional, and ...
Views: 1517(3 votes) - BACK PAIN - LOWER BACK PAIN PREVENTING INJURY STRATEGIES - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from JerDon and Sara GibbsIt is widely known that there is a wealth of information available regarding back pain. But how do you prevent lower back pain? It could be significantly reduced if the general public took some basic steps in trying to prevent this condition from occurring. Obviously diseases and ...
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