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- Fibromyalgia and Acupuncture: Finding Natural Relief - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Bret EllingtonChronic pain in multiple areas of the body, accompanied by insomnia and depression is how most patients describe fibromyalgia. Once thought to be a psychosomatic disorder (what's in your mind is making your body worse) or a psychiatric disorder (it's all in your mind), fibromyalgia is a ...
Views: 1018(2 votes) - Five Secrets to Reduce Back Pain While At Work - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2015 from Winifred Bragg1. Strive to keep an ideal weight. Obesity alone does not cause back pain; however, being overweight increases your risk of having back pain. Performing isometrics such as tightening the muscles of the buttocks and legs while sitting is an easy way to burn extra calories and maintain a healthy ...
Views: 1501(2 votes) - How to Help Back Pain through Hydrotherapy and Spas Hot Tubs - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Brian CampbellAn aching back is nothing to sneeze at. In fact, over one-half of all working Americans complains of back pain at some point in their lives. In addition, most back pain has no diagnostic cause such as an inflammatory disease like rheumatoid arthritis. But for some people, inexplicable back pain ...
Views: 4349(2 votes) - Is Carrying a Backpack Bad for You - or Your Kids? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Dana DavisThe results of a study on children carrying heavy backpacks was just published in January of 2010 in the journal Spine. The study showed that when weight was added to backpacks that children were wearing, their spines showed more compression and curvature. The weights were 9, 18, and 26 ...
Views: 2418(2 votes) - Is Chronic Back Pain Relief Imposssible? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Graeme TeagueBy the actual nature of the word - chronic back pain relief - people believe that the task is almost impossible. That because back pain has been present for months or years it will take longer to heal. In fact chronic back pain is as easy as normal regular short term back pain to remove. ...
Views: 1470(4 votes) - Live With Less Pain Through Massage Therapy - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from Alice SanvitoSo many people live with unnecessary pain. Are you one of them? I'm astounded and dismayed at the number of people who believe that they have to live with their aches and pains, pains that could be alleviated, often quickly and easily. They seem to believe that there's nothing to be done. They ...
Views: 2114(4 votes) - Techniques For Chronic Upper Back Pain - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2007 from Lance JepsenMost people will experience some type of back pain at some point in their lives but for most, it lasts only a few days or weeks. It could result from moving furniture, gardening, or even turning the wrong way. Usually the pain responds to home remedies such as ice packs, rest, and over the ...
Views: 9645(2 votes) - The Benefits of Inversion Therapy for Back Pain - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Andrew HunterMaybe you’ve heard about inversion therapy to treat back pain. By strapping into a pivoting support that rests on a stabilizing frame, you can hang upside-down (or at an angle) to help relieve the stress and pressure on your back. How does this work and is it an effective way to treat back ...
Views: 895(2 votes) - The Four Postural Must-Dos - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Adam ShapiroIn the practice of Qi Gong, an ancient method of health cultivation from China, you will often hear something similar to the following statement: The body is like a vase that holds water to nourish the flower. If the vase is tipped over or broken, water will leak and the flower will wither. ...
Views: 2000(4 votes) - Understanding Your Sciatica - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from David StevensWhen you think you are suffering from the pain of sciatica; learning about sciatica will allow you to decide when you need to see the doctor. Understanding your condition will help you understand the evaluation and possible treatment options. True sciatica is caused by irritation of the ...
Views: 2103(2 votes) - Your Feet – The Root Cause of Your Back Pain? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Cornelia MerkWhen you see some cracks in the walls you immediately check if the house lacks foundation. If your car is difficult to handle, especially after you hit a large pothole or the curb, you immediately check the alignment settings in your car. In both cases you make sure that there is a proper ...
Views: 5020(2 votes) - Did you know your muscles have memories? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2010 from Kyana MinerIt’s probably not a surprise to you that any repeated physical movements we do in our lifetime affects our muscles. For example, if you sit at a computer 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, your shoulders, neck, or low back may began to hold a Chronic Stress Pattern. However, physical stress is not ...
Views: 4644(5 votes) - Aching back, another self made snare for healthy living - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Andy RossIn an endeavor to keep up with the fast paced life, the mankind, already enduring a monotonous lifestyle, has been essentially necessitated to explore newer, yet unsure options to make a living for itself. This largely in the dark is contributing to ever increasing health hazards, ‘Aching back’, ...
Views: 3010(3 votes) - An Essential Understanding of the Psoas Muscles - - Upgrading the Approach to Tight Psoas Muscles - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Lawrence GoldTo begin, let's say that an essential understanding of the psoas muscles means a basic understanding of their function. Basic, in this sense, means easy to understand, and function, in this sense, means more than what they do; it means what they enable you to do. So, this piece presents a ...
Views: 7264(3 votes) - Are Sit Ups Bad For Your Back? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Charles InnissOver the past years, full sit ups have fallen out of favor with personal trainers, and crunches have taken over as the most popular stomach exercise. The main reason crunches have taken over is the belief that full sit ups are bad for your back, and in this article we’ll explore the difference ...
Views: 16978(3 votes) - Dowager's Hump: How to Prevent or Correct It - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Dana DavisMany people I meet are concerned about getting more rounded and stooped over as they get older. This condition is called Kyphosis or ‘Dowager’s Hump’. It’s when the thoracic vertebrae in the upper spine curve forward excessively. This can lead to back and neck pain, due to strain on the ...
Views: 17285(3 votes) - For Back Pain: The Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement is approved, but is it ready? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2010 from David StevensThe latest revolution is spine surgery is the artificial disc replacement. Several different types, by several different manufacturers, have been approved in the last few years. There has been much public hype about this latest innovation. A poll by Spine -Health.com showed that 49% of ...
Views: 1245(3 votes) - How to Start Getting a Good Night’s Sleep. - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Ryan RosenthalSleeping disorders are the most common clinic problem we face today. Approximately one third of all Americans have sleep disorders at some point in their lives. Approximately 20-40% of adults report difficulty sleeping at some point each year. Approximately 17% of adults consider the problem to ...
Views: 1234(3 votes) - Spinal Stenosis and Fusion Surgery - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Jesse CannoneIf you're suffering from chronic lower back pain and past your college years you may want your doctor to check for spinal stenosis. But if your doctor suggests spinal fusion surgery you may want to think twice. So first of all, what is spinal stenosis? Basically it's a narrowing of the spinal ...
Views: 1434(3 votes) - Types of Back Pain and Mattresses That Can Help - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Kermit BauerIn regard to your health, the most important piece of furniture you own is your mattress. You spend approximately one third of your life in bed. An uncomfortable mattress can have a negative effect on the quantity and quality of your sleep. This is especially the case for millions of back pain ...
Views: 3111(6 votes) - Where You Can Win Over the Aging Process (and How) - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Lawrence GoldWhat happens in nearly everybody that leads to chronic pain and stiffness as they age? It's not what you think. People experience the chronic pains, stiffness and loss of freedom of movement attributed to aging as early as their thirties. According to popular opinion and medical science, that ...
Views: 2288(7 votes) - Help for Low Back Pain - by Submitted on May 09, 2010 from Shalan HillHave Low Back Pain? Yoga and massage are the perfect formula to relieve low back pain. Do some lunge stretches, to open the hip flexors (fronts of the hips). Long stride walking can really help too! Professional massages by an experienced therapist can really get you back to feeling pain ...
Views: 2484(4 votes) - The Dangers to your Spine in Daily Living: Washing the Kitchen Floor - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from Gail McGonigalHousework is one of the main ways that many people injure their backs, by simply not using the correct muscles or joints in the movements required for accomplishing the task. The main option for cleaning the floor is to use a kitchen mop. If your kitchen is large, then you are more likely to ...
Views: 2939(4 votes) - 4 Steps for Lower Back Pain Relief - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Graeme TeagueThere are four simple steps for lower back pain relief. However, fail to complete all four steps and you will only ever get temporary relief. Why? Unless you remove both the symptoms and the cause of your pain, it will return. In fact, the latest statistics point out that only 25% of those ...
Views: 1853(5 votes) - Arthritic Pain - Something Wrong in Your Body - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Januar AmbertoHaving reflex is your body’s way of serviceable you that extensive is wrong. being some people, they tell "no pain, no gain" besides pain is a perfect that they've done principal to the spot of dying and the body are going to let you be schooled this. exceptionally of awareness is not that ...
Views: 1074(2 votes) - ***If Your Voice Feels Tight, The Problem May Be Your Jaw - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2010 from Nancy DanielsWhen I show my clients how to find their 'real' voice, the first order of business is to make sure that their jaw is relaxed. This is important because if the jaw is clenched, you will not be able to make the change. Whereas tension in the neck and shoulder regions is much more common in woman - ...
Views: 7707(2 votes) - 3 Ways People Unintentionally Prolong Their Sciatica - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Andrew HunterA lot of people complain that their case of sciatica is more complicated that most. They say they've tried "everything" but nothing gets rid of it. Is this true? Is it really possible that most people's sciatica is an exception to the rule that lingers on and on despite all the usual ...
Views: 953(1 vote) - 4 Major Causes of Back Pain and How to Address Them - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2017 from Anica OaksChronic back pain should never be accepted as an unavoidable aspect of growing older. In the vast majority of cases, this discomfort can be taken care of with professional help and a few lifestyle changes. Here are some of the most common causes of back pain and a few things you can do to avoid ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - 4 overlooked causes of that pain in your neck - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Roberta MittmanNeck pain is one of the most frequent reasons people give for coming in to my office. Persistent neck pain, if left unaddressed, is a problem that not only decreases productivity at work but cripples quality of life after-hours. The causes of neck pain are many. Among my first ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - 5 Exercise’s to STOP Doing Now! - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Richard ClarkeHere are the top 5 exercises to remove from your program right now. 1. Anything done with a rounded back It doesn’t matter if you’re squatting, deadlifting, straight-leg deadlifting, rowing, or even doing triceps kickbacks, you must STOP doing these exercises with a rounded lower ...
Views: 1459(1 vote) - 7 ways to manage backpain for people of all ages - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2020 from John SmithAccording to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) more than 80 percent of adults experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. These pains can also occur in the upper back or neck pain and are one of the second most common reason for visiting the doctor. ...
Views: 661(1 vote) - Acquire a Healthier Life through Physical Therapy - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2013 from Igor StilerPhysical therapy is advised when you find it difficult to move around independently or perform daily tasks. It is a proven fact that you can acquire a healthier life through physical therapy treatment. Physical therapy helps to minimize pain and increase your physical functionalities. Sometimes, ...
Views: 1753(1 vote) - Advice For The Best Massage Of Your Life - by Submitted on May 31, 2018 from shikhar bansalMany people are interested in the idea of massage therapy as a career. A massage therapist helps people find relief from pain, relax and build muscle. Becoming an effective massage therapist requires dedication and work. This article contains a number of great tips to help you. When giving a ...
Views: 1220(2 votes) - Advising Neighbours on Your Move During a Quick Property Sale - by Submitted on May 02, 2010 from Steven MartinSome of the most important people to be aware of when getting your quick property sale taken care of are neighbours that you are working with. These people are ones that should be properly informed of your move. You should look into some important tips when it comes to getting your neighbours ...
Views: 856(1 vote) - Back Ache First Aid Tips - the Wise Woman Way - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedFIRST AID FOR BACKACHE Heat - a warm bath, a hot shower, a hydroculator, a hot water bottle, a towel dipped in boiling water - will provide temporary relief for most backaches. Tiger Balm, Olbas, Zheng Gu Shui, Wintergreen oil and other homemade or purchased herbal liniments and rubs can ...
Views: 2715(2 votes) - Back Pain relief is just be a tap away. - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Alex St. UrbainLiving in a world where such a heavy emphasis is placed on pharmaceuticals, sometimes it can be refreshing to look at alternative ways to feel better. One interesting new concept is the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) also known as meridian tapping. EFT is a self healing technique that has ...
Views: 1219(1 vote) - Back Problems - Causes, Consequences And Solutions - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2018 from Alakey FryPain and curvature of the spine - one of the most common modern ailments, which is fraught with not only a general deterioration in the quality of life but also psychoemotional disorders. And after all, from an ugly posture and a chronically aching waist, it is possible and necessary to get rid ...
Views: 1078(1 vote) - Back Surgery for a Herniated Disc? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from Jesse CannoneWhen faced with crippling back pain, many say they are willing to do virtually anything to get rid of it. They want the pain gone - right now. A typical scenario leading to back surgery starts with over-the-counter pain medicines like ibuprofen. Then a call to the family doctor. Followed by a ...
Views: 957(2 votes) - Chronic Pain – You can live without it!! - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2009 from Walt MorreyChronic Pain – You can live without it!! Walt Morrey, LMT, Lees Summit, MO Lic # 2006000793 Massage can reduce or eliminate pain for many people. If you live with chronic pain, you may be able to eliminate it from your life. You’ve been to doctors, chiropractors, etc. and may have ended ...
Views: 1238(3 votes) - Computers make you fat - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from amy lewisWhat? You can't eat a computer! How can it make you fat?! You sit in front of it most of the day at work,if you work in an office,and then you sit in front of it at home to play games,make extra money,or just unwind. Which means you don't MOVE!You sit hunched over causing back pain and neck ...
Views: 3650(1 vote) - Could You Have Spinal Stenosis? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from David StevensAs we age, our bodies go through many changes associated with aging. We often find that we are unable to do the things that we could do even just 10 years ago. It is normal as we get older to not be as strong or agile as we used to be. We may not walk as steady as when we were younger, or we ...
Views: 3555(1 vote) - Facet Joint Syndrome: Source of Your Back or Neck Pain? - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Jesse CannoneFacet joints connect your vertebrae together. They provide a smooth slippery surface allowing you to bend and twist. And they limit your range of motion just enough to prevent accidental injury of your spinal cord. When they hurt, it can seriously impact your ability to move normally. A ...
Views: 1637(2 votes) - Feeling Good About Back Pain Relief - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from Graeme TeagueWhen you look at finally getting back pain relief, how does it make you feel? Can you actually imagine being pain free? The secret to getting long term back pain relief is precisely that. Feeling good now, imagining the feelings you will have when you are able to perform all the activities ...
Views: 1492(2 votes) - Find Best Acupuncture Services in Hamilton New Zealand - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2018 from Carey GiddensIf you're looking for another way to manage your fibromyalgia pain or reduces nausea, and vomiting after surgery & chemotherapythen, you may be able to get some relief from acupuncture. You should also remember that acupuncture probably works best when you combine it with other treatments.It has ...
Views: 933(1 vote) - Flexibility: The Key to Pain-Free Joints and Muscles at Any Age - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2013 from Zen-Jay ChuangEvery day at my medical practice, I see several people for different aches and pains due to arthritis, stiffness of joints, tight muscles, and combinations of these. They can be young men or women in their twenties coming in for severe low back pain, or retirees in their sixties bothered by ...
Views: 1880(1 vote) - Get Relief from Excruciating Back Pain - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from N K SinghStudy shows over 60% of the world population suffers from pain in the back region, at least once in their life time. However, for most people suffering with backache is a persistent and chronic problem. Some of the reasons for back pain are perennial bad postures, slip disc, injury, regularly ...
Views: 1544(2 votes) - Habituated Stress - Rolf to Revive - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Heather CorwinA woman (we'll call her Jane), came to me with debilitating knee pain, bunions, and neck pain. Jane wasn't an extreme athlete, nor was she a stranger to physical activity. So why was she in pain? Habituated stress often manifests in the body from repetitive activities which can create pain. ...
Views: 1087(2 votes) - How Serious is Neck and Back Pain? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Dr. Michael L. HallAccording to the CDC back or spine problems are the second most common reason for disability in America affecting 7.6 million people. Modern medical science finally has an answer to help alleviate the suffering. Almost as common as the common cold, back pain and neck pain is thankfully not at ...
Views: 1943(1 vote) - How to Fix Back Pain - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2011 from John MillerAround the world there is an epidemic of back pain - and other musculo-skeletal pain. Much of this pain is personally generated. In a sedentary society, weak and tight muscles allow bones to be drawn out of alignment. For a while you don’t know it’s happening, in fact you could be 99% of ...
Views: 1488(1 vote) - How to Heal Back Pain by Healing Emotions - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Anne WestLow back pain is an epidemic in the U.S. and more than 80% of people worldwide will suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives. Widespread suffering from back pain is a new phenomenon; never before in history has there been mention of millions of people suffering from the same pain ...
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