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- Early And Advanced Symptoms Of Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Andy YangUnderstanding the symptoms of osteoporosis now is a considerable step towards preventing osteoporosis in the future. Low levels of calcium in the body along with the increase of phosphoric acid intake due from excessive consumption of carbonated drinks is normally the cause of ...
Views: 1575 - Herniated Disc Alternative Treatments - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Jesse CannoneMany patients who hear a diagnosis of a herniated disc immediately question whether spinal surgery is in their future. Whether or not surgery is the right option should be discussed with one's doctor. However, most patients can find back pain relief using more conservative treatments. The ...
Views: 1575(4 votes) - Young Prisoners Battle With Self Harm And Self Injury - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodIn 2009 Rob Allen published an article on the Guardian website called Prison is no place for children. That statement still rings true today. He continues to say that "The prison inspectorate's disturbing report of the culture of violence and fear in Cookham Wood Young Offender Institution (YOI) ...
Views: 1573 - Hypnosis For Preventing Cavities and Helping With Dental Problems - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Devin Hastings“One of the greatest discoveries a man makes, one of his greatest surprises, is to find he can do what he was afraid he couldn't." -Henry Ford Hypnosis can easily prevent future dental problems. You see, as it turns out, a lot of common yet unsuspected beverages actually cause a great deal ...
Views: 1571(1 vote) - Ergonomic Chairs - The Dangers Inherent in Transfers With Back Pain - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalErgonomic Chairs are designed to maintain your comfort when performing work based activities throughout the day. It means that people who have back problems are more likely to choose this type of chair, for easing their back discomforts. As an Occupational Therapist, my expertise is safety ...
Views: 1559 - ***CHOICES IN ANGER: Emotions, Mind and Spirit, Part 3 - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Daniel BenorBlaming others Scapegoating comes into common practice through processes that have been repeated throughout recorded history – in family, classroom, interracial and international settings. The targets of anger are always dehumanized. These “others” are painted by the blaming group as being ...
Views: 1557 - How to Use Twitter to Manage Your Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Lisa CopenIf you have a chronic illness or live with daily chronic pain you are physician may have requested for you to keep a diary of your pain levels so that he can monitor what activities or influences in your life can increase your level of pain. He may have recommended that you also record your ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - 3 Safety Issues With Ergonomic Chairs - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalSafety can only be dangerous with an ergonomic chair; if you perceive the chair as safe, when in fact it is NOT safe. Therefore you must learn to notice the safety issues around an ergonomic chair, because they are not always the same as a standard chair. It does not matter which ergonomic ...
Views: 1556 - Pain Management For Exercise-Related Injuries - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Wendy StollPain Management For Exercise Related Injuries It can happen to the best of us. Unexpectedly, during your workout or sporting event… BAM…an injury occurs! Do you ice it or use moist heat? Do you elevate it, wrap it, or tape it? Here are some tips to help you manage your pain and get you back ...
Views: 1556 - 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 ...
Views: 1552(2 votes) - You Said I Have What?????? - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Cate Cavanagh"Never heard of it." I said when the doctor told me I might have Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy. I had seen yet another doctor because of the massive pain I had in my hands and arms as a result of a work related injury for two years. I had x-rays and an EEG which indicated mild Carpal Tunnel ...
Views: 1550 - Pain: The Messenger - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Abigail SteidleyAfter years of struggling with physical pain and other uncomfortable sensations such as vulvar burning, rawness, and itching, I felt exhausted. I was so sick of pain I wanted to give up, somehow, or run away. I longed to jump out of my own skin and just escape. I was going crazy dealing with ...
Views: 1548 - How Injuries Accelerate Aging - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Lawrence GoldPopular beliefs about aging confuse the effects of genes with those of stress and injury. As a result, people associate pains and stiffness directly with aging, and so believe them to be inevitable. “The thousand natural shocks flesh is heir to” leave their mark in memory. Memory ...
Views: 1546(1 vote) - Learn About Arthritis Relief - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comArthritis is a complex disorder that is comprised of more than 100 distinct conditions that can affect people at any stage in life. The two most commonly discussed forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis which both have very different causes, risk factors, and effects on ...
Views: 1545(3 votes) - Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Arif RahimHypertension is extremely common in people with type 2 diabetes, affecting approximately 20-60% of all patients, depending on age, ethnicity, and body weight. The causes of this type of high-blood pressure are unknown, but are likely to be a complex combination of genetic, environmental, and ...
Views: 1544(2 votes) - Your Migraine Support System - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Megan OltmanThere is no doubt that Migraine is a very isolating disease. For most of us when we have a Migraine attack, we seek our cave – a dark, quiet place where we can limit the stimulation and lie down until the pain passes. We often miss social opportunities with family and friends; we often have to ...
Views: 1544(1 vote) - Step Up to Better Joints - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Zen-Jay Chuang“Are you kidding?” A patient named Bob raised his voice during a visit earlier today at my office, “You are sending me to exercise even though I have pain when I move?” Bob is a sales executive who travels all over the country for his company. Like most of my male patients, he seldom sees me ...
Views: 1543 - Riding a Bicycle is Cheaper Than Visiting a Chiropractor - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalYes, it is true that if you ride a bicycle regularly, you will not have to visit a chiropractor for erasing your sciatic pain. I can vouch for this, because I have suffered postural scoliosis in my spine since I was a teenager, caused from one leg being longer than the other by 3 cms, or one ...
Views: 1539 - Better Your Time Management with Time Blocking - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Barby IngleWhen you are in chronic pain or chronically ill, you can manage better if you are organized and goal oriented. I like to practice something I learned called Time Blocking. We typically practice this in project management without knowing that there is a name for it. We have to get things done ...
Views: 1534(2 votes) - How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Helps Ease Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2018 from Amelia GrantChronic pain is defined as pain that lasts for more than 3 months and is different from the normal kind of pain that everybody feels from time to time when they pull a muscle or cut a finger. A person experiencing chronic pain has to endure the discomfort for months or even years after an injury ...
Views: 1531 - Quick and Easy Steps to Reduce Neck Pain - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Nanci SimariSome pains in the neck are unavoidable- traffic, home repairs, mosquitoes in the wetland. Neck pain, an annoying, immobilizing, and/or excruciating sensation, is a pain in the neck that can be avoided or treated. Finding the time to take care of oneself can cause more stress, indeed one of the ...
Views: 1531(1 vote) - Letting Fear Drive - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Abigail SteidleyMost of us are not hoping to wake up every morning and feel intense panic or desperate fear. If we could ask for anything, we’d probably ask for peace. Peace for others, peace for the entire planet, and peace within ourselves. Yet, when we face health problems and physical pain, peace seems ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - Lumbar Radiculopathy, Sciatica, and Lower Back Pain - by Submitted on May 09, 2018 from Jenny LWhat do lumbar radiculopathy, sciatica, and lower back pain have in common? Other than pain, these conditions originate from the back and causes pain throughout the lower body area. As people get older, normal wear and tear to joints, discs, and bones becomes noticeable. Thus, back pain is ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - Ways Of Preventing Back Pain -Part I - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Stacy WishnerIf you’re like millions of other Americans, chances are you take your back for granted. That is until you wake up one morning unable to move or you experience excruciating pain. You may wonder what happened and how it got to be this bad! Experts say the most common reason for back pain is ...
Views: 1527 - Fibromyalgia Questions and Answers Part 3 - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Dr. Gene Martin14 Why am I so tired all the time? The basic reason and simple one is that you are sleep deprived. As you know, with fibro, sleep is so difficult. You're not getting the sleep required, thus you're extremely fatigued. Keep in mind that the sleep meds used still do not allow you to deeply sleep ...
Views: 1526 - Neck Pain Causes And Treatment Options - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Brian WelschMillions of people suffer from minor to chronic neck pain, and it can really be a sore spot for many. There are some root causes, and many treatment options available to the general public. These treatments range from over the counter analgesics to neck surgery if there is a severe enough ...
Views: 1523(1 vote) - People Of All Classes Self Harm - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodAs the heading says, people of all classes are capable of doing self harm. It doesn't matter what age, background or race you've come from, it still can happen. Even people, who appear to be successful in their lives, could do self harm. Let's take Victoria Pendleton for example. Victoria ...
Views: 1523 - How to Remain Pain Free During the Holidays - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from Leon ReyfmanIn the midst of the Christmas rush, most people don't take the time to think about the wear and tear the holiday season can put on their bodies. It may sound silly to some, but the holidays are one of the most likely times to suffer a back injury of some kind. Think of it this way... a great ...
Views: 1520 - Safety in Ergonomic Chairs - A Safer Way to Transfer For Big and Tall People - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalMost people never think about safety, when sitting in an ergonomic chair. However, safety is an important area to consider, because of the risks inherent in movement. If you're moving incorrectly, this may cause an injury to your skeletal joints, or the ergonomic chair itself may not be safe for ...
Views: 1520 - May is Arthritis Awareness Month - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Susan PiergeorgeArthritis Arthritis is a condition caused by an inflammatory response. The word arthritis means joint inflammation. According the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, it is the most common cause of disability in the United States, with nearly 19 million affected. The term arthritis ...
Views: 1519 - *** Compassion Fatigue (Part 1) - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Daniel BenorOverview The recent tsunami in Asia and major earthquake in Pakistan have highlighted problems long recognized in the helping professions. Caregivers have known well the potentially draining experiences of compassion fatigue – from experiences of policemen, firefighters, paramedics and other ...
Views: 1517(1 vote) - Preventing and Relieving Back Pain - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2012 from Ron NusbaumSelf-Help for Back Pain Back pain unfortunately is a common problem; four out of 5 Canadian adults will suffer with serious back pain at some time in their life. Many people accept this as a normal part of life. It doesn’t have to be. There are lifestyle changes one can make that will help ...
Views: 1517 - 10 Common Causes of Low Back Pain - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2015 from Winifred BraggLow back pain is widespread, and is one of the most frequent reasons for people to seek health care. It is estimated that 80 percent of us will experience back pain by age 55, and it is the leading cause of long-term work disability. While it is often thought that low back pain is primarily ...
Views: 1516(1 vote) - Jaw Pain Relief Facts You Need to Know - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Jeannie CrabtreeIf you are experiencing a lot of jaw pain and have come to read about how to get some relief, please read on. There are answers out there. Personally I have been helped a lot. Many of us experience discomfort in the jaw joint or what in medically appropriate terms is known as the ...
Views: 1516(1 vote) - Do More Potent Pain Killers Signal Need for Drug Education Classes? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2012 from Mike MillerAddiction is a terrible thing. I can guarantee you not one person ever begins to take a substance or drug with the hope that they become addicted. Care to argue? Would you agree that addiction to prescription medication is reaching epidemic proportions? Would you agree that addiction to ...
Views: 1514(1 vote) - Boy's Fear of Opening Healed Hand Cleared with EFT - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2009 from Elaine NitzA little boy named John (not his real name) who was 4 years old was staying with my sister for a while. He loved to play any kind of ball, and one day he sprained his hand while he was playing catch. It was a pretty severe sprain, and it was painful for him to open the hand, especially after he ...
Views: 1513(2 votes) - Seven Ways that Walking Reduces Pain and Improves Quality of Life - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Winifred BraggIf you have musculoskeletal pain, such as back pain and osteoarthritis, exercise can relieve your pain. When we move our bodies, we release endorphins, which are hormones that improve mood and diminish pain. Exercise also increases blood flow to organs, joints, and muscles, which helps to ...
Views: 1512(3 votes) - Disability Tax Credit Benefits For Parkinson’s Disease - A Great Relief To Sufferer’s - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Emely PorterParkinson’s disease or PD is a neurological disorder and is one among the many conditions that constitute the motor system disorders. The British doctor James Parkinson called it the ‘shaking palsy’ and it was his path breaking efforts in recognising and distinguishing the symptoms of this ...
Views: 1511 - First Aid All New Moms Should Know - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2017 from Harper HarmonIf you are a new mother, then it is an excellent idea to learn several first-aid procedures. One of the best ways to understand first-aid methods is by enrolling in a class that is taught by a registered nurse. Local hospitals and fire departments often offer first-aid classes that only require ...
Views: 1511 - 7 Foods You Should Never Eat If You Have Joint Pain - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2016 from Sara BistonSuffering from something like severe joint pain can be a painful and even debilitating problem. Millions of people around the world suffer from arthritis or other inflammatory problems that cause chronic and sometimes severe joint pain. The more we learn about inflammation-related disorders, the ...
Views: 1508 - Back Pain Management Techniques - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Jin ChongAccording to the research, four out of five of us are going to suffer from back pain at one time or another. Back pain can be caused by many factors, from muscle strain to more serious conditions such as a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, spondylosisthesis, osteoporosis, or a tumor, so it’s ...
Views: 1505(1 vote) - Back Pain Gets Well with Chiropractic - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Dr. Steve EdelsonDr. Steve Edelson of South Tampa (813) 831-8321 has been treating people who suffer from back pain for over 14 years. I have also been a patient. In the past, I have suffered from severe back pain. It is no fun. I can really empathize with patients who I treat for back pain. The low back can ...
Views: 1504(2 votes) - How to Get Relief From Sciatica Nerve Pain - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2018 from Rahul RahejaThe pain of sciatica nerve irritation can be an annoyance to everyday life. This pain can stretch from your lower back to the bottom of your feet. And the potential for the pain is always there, whatever you are doing. You could be simply trying to relax or sitting at a desk and the pain will be ...
Views: 1502 - Mobilization, manipulation, and massage - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2018 from Jenny LThere are many styles of manual therapy, but there are three distinguished forms of manual therapy: mobilization, manipulation, and massage. They all start with the letter ‘m’ and they seem to do similar things. However, there are certainly differences between the three forms. The similarities ...
Views: 1502(1 vote) - Learn How To Reduce Your Joint Pain! - 5 Ways to Manage Joint Pain - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2017 from Gaurav GautamIs joint pain giving you sleepless nights? Then this article is for you, joint pain is an everyday problem for many people, characterized by pain and discomfort in the lower and upper back, legs, and buttocks that can be mild and episodic or chronic and debilitating. There are some ...
Views: 1501 - Use of Hypnosis for Pain Management - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from jannah smithPeople typically tend to think of hypnosis as some kind of circus act. This cannot help though since there is so much hype regarding its use. But did you know that it can be a viable and natural way for managing pain? This is very much apparent in monks practicing a form of hypnosis coupled in ...
Views: 1501(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: 1499(2 votes) - How To Identify Gout Symptoms - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanWhen the body becomes overloaded with uric acid, the result is gout – a disease that is becoming increasingly prevalent. This is a debilitating disease that is highly preventable. In order to avoid gout, you must know what causes this disease and for you to be treated, you should know the ...
Views: 1497 - Where's The Pain? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2008 from Joy IdriesA few months ago I started to suffer from severe hip pain, which I later discovered turned out to be the end stages of osteoarthritis. It often kept me awake at night so the horrible nightmare that suddenly loomed one dark night was probably the last thing I wanted at that time! I woke myself ...
Views: 1496 - Dangers in Daily Living: Vacuuming the Carpet - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalThe previous article wrote about the dangers to our spines, when mopping the kitchen floor. It may seem similar movements could be used to vacuum the carpets. However vacuuming requires greater strength, when pushing a mechanical piece of equipment compared to a mop. This is because the mop ...
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