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- Night time heartburn and ways to deal with it - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from Hayden EckAround 80% of people suffering from heartburn experience symptoms at night, especially during sleep, which makes things worst. Waking up with heartburn is a difficult thing but there are various tips you can follow to get rid of it: Eat a proper diet. Plan what you eat and always include ...
Views: 738 - Causes Of Low Back Pain - 5 Main Reasons Why Low Back Pain Is Common Today - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Tommy WayneDifferent causes of low back pain can be related to different factors such as bad posture, overworked muscles, muscle straining and accidents. Other than those main factors, there are risk factors known to cause pain in the back. Risk factors include aging, size and shape of the spine, smoking, ...
Views: 1006 - Medical Research Suggests Numerous Benefits of Nose Breathing for Exercise-Induced Asthma - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Dr Artour RakhimovMillions of people suffer every day from exercise induced asthma that leads to irritation and inflammation of the breathing passages (bronchi) of the lungs. There are several essential changes in the respiratory system due to exercise, if we compare exercise with quiet breathing at ...
Views: 2224(1 vote) - Speech Therapy –A Blessing for Various Unspoken Words - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Kevin MeaneyGod has given us many beautiful things and it will not be wrong if I say that he send us by gifted five amazing senses like eye to see this beautiful world, nose to smell various awesome fragrance, tongue to taste the various delicious and different kind of foods, ear to hear various amazing ...
Views: 1854 - Five Tips To Help An Individual Cope With Their RSI Symptoms - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2011 from Melissa FreasierThere is an alarming increase in people who are beginning to discover RSI symptoms, as a result of the several career possibilities they've pursued. RSI or repetitive strain injury is often a result of people having to continuously perform the similar job, whether they’re working on an ...
Views: 697 - Aneurysm Treatment - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Tanveer MaqboolThe meaning aneurysm is dilatation. It is a localized, blood-filled balloon in the wall of a blood vessel. Aneurysms can usually occur in arteries at the base of the brain and an aortic aneurysm occurs in the main artery which carry blood from the left ventricle of the heart. A brain aneurysm ...
Views: 1199 - Types, Causes & Prevention of Neurologic Injury - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Florida InstituteTraumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Damage to living brain tissue caused by an external, mechanical force. It is usually characterized by a period of altered consciousness (amnesia or coma) that can be very brief (minutes) or very long (months/indefinitely). The specific disabling condition(s) ...
Views: 779 - Salvage Chemotherapy Treatment - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Waldenstroms MacroglobulinemiaThere are different types of chemotherapy treatments for Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia medication such as adjuvant chemotherapy, neoadjuvant chemotherapy, induction chemotherapy and other various chemotherapies. Chemotherapy treatments are highly effective due to the introduction of new and ...
Views: 764 - Neck Pain and Functionality - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Adam RostockiNeck pain and functionality is a topic which implies physical limitation due to the severe and affective symptoms of an upper dorsopathy condition. While this is certainly a true and crucial aspect of functional limitation associated with neck ache, there is another and equally important side ...
Views: 1098(1 vote) - CPR Certification Test - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from gloria katCPR stands for Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It is the emergency procedure applied in order to revive a patient suffering from a breathing problem or is gasping for breath. It is generally required during cardiac arrests. It can be performed in and out of the hospital. The person providing CPR ...
Views: 1690 - The Fibromyalgia Battle - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Randy JohnsonFibromyalgia is a frustrating disorder with unpredictable symptoms that may come and go. Symptoms include chronic, wide spread musculoskeletal pain, specific tender points throughout the body, joint stiffness, and fatigue. Although doctors and researchers are not sure what causes fibromyalgia ...
Views: 534 - Some Information on Pain Relief - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Dion DalyMedical experts describe pain as, "an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage." The degree of pain that different people feel varies: what might be a minor irritant to one person might be extreme pain to another person. Qualified ...
Views: 817 - Staying active when injured or ill - by Submitted on May 02, 2011 from Karl StringerWe’ve all been there – a massive cold or flu sets in or you pick up a knock that stops you exercising and taking part in sports for a while. Many people react by severing all activity and drive for the duration of their ailment, turning into a heap of melancholy and despair. ...
Views: 1059(1 vote) - About the registration of companies in Beijing - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Barker HicksBeijing Company registration is not an easy task especially for potential foreign investors. As a foreign investor one will have to contend with the lengthy and registration process which involves making multiple trips from one departmental office to another. However, the process of Beijing ...
Views: 1224 - Polarity Therapy for Chronic Fatigue - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2011 from Sher SmithAs a Polarity Practitioner and Cranial Sacral Therapist, I see many clients who are seeking relief from the little understood condition of SAD (Seasonal Affected Disorder), CFIDS (Chronic Fatigue & Immune Deficiency Syndrome), ME (Myalgia Encephalomyelitis), FIBROMYALGIA and RSD (Reflex ...
Views: 1153 - Twelve Proven Benefits of Whole Body Vibration Therapy - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from manny decostaWhole Body Vibration Therapy machines helps in contract muscles 20-30 times per minute. The machines build bigger and more toned muscles tissue. People of all ages have been trying out this exercise machine Therapy. Whole Body Vibration is a form of exercise like no other machine it is also ...
Views: 826 - Treatment For Acid Reflux- Useful Article For Babies With Acid Reflux - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Rohan RathoreAcidic backwash is a typical condition that every experiences at least once during their lifetime. During digestion the belly produces enzymes and acid to digest food. When the mix of stomach acid and enzymes are refluxed into the esophagus more often than they should, or for an extended time ...
Views: 807 - Orthotics Ottawa Ontario Help Many Overcome Different Foot Problems - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Jeremy ZywickiThe devices used in a shoe in order to heal many foot problems are known as orthotics. Another name for these devices is “orthoses”, which are inserted into a shoe to correct an irregular or abnormal walking pattern. Orthotics sometimes is also called arch supports that strive hard to improve ...
Views: 969 - Dream Medicine for Effective Natural Health Therapy - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Cleo PascalDreams are not only meaningful when interpreted. They are also opportunities for emotional, spiritual, and even physical healing. Dreams are products of the unconscious mind. They speak of one’s inner desires in life in general. In line with past notions on dreams, many people believe that ...
Views: 816 - Psychospiritual Therapy: A Natural Healing Method - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from Cleo PascalPsychospiritual therapy is a natural healing alternative that almost anybody can benefit from. It is an educational method that includes aura balancing, guided imagery, and philosophical discussion. It makes the subject see the therapy method not as a cure to crisis, but as an open door towards ...
Views: 1407 - Unloader Knee Braces - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Jonny NewtUnloader knee braces are a non-surgical treatment for osteoarthritis. They decrease the load taken through the worn part of the knee, reducing the symptoms of pain and swelling. The are rapidly gaining popularity as younger people with knee arthritis look to avoid joint replacement ...
Views: 1762(1 vote) - Why Are More People Scheduling Annual Check-Ups with a Physical Therapist? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Kevin McGovernWhy scheduling an annual check-up with a Physical Therapist first can lower health-care costs. When asked in a recent survey how a health and fitness service would benefit your life, nearly half of the respondents said that it would help them feel better and be able to enjoy things more. ...
Views: 1644 - Squeeze, Hold, Release Your Way to Sexual Health - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeHave you heard of pelvic floor exercises? You may have learnt about them from your aerobics instructor. Or perhaps your urologist was the one who ordered you to squeeze your butt cheeks together? Maybe your gynae was the one who asked you to attempt to tighten your vagina, or was it your ...
Views: 2917 - Information Regarding Breast Augmentation Surgeons - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2011 from Nancy GiffordWhen you think about breast augmentation surgery, you need to know that breast implants (breast augmentation) you desire should suit the body proportion or symmetry and not the size you think you should have. Breast implant procedures should provide you with an attractive appearance and feel ...
Views: 670 - Daily exercise for back pain - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Brenton Lechler"Perhaps you often find yourself suffering from dull or severe back pains It is actually a condition experienced by millions of people all around the world.There is much debate as to whether back pains can be completely cured. Most doctors prescribe medications when patients come running into ...
Views: 789 - Glucosamine Helps With Joint Pain And Inflammation - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Marc WarnerJoint and bone problems affect more than 400 million people worldwide, and is expected to steadily increase over ten percent annually during the next ten years. Over 30% of baby boomers are actively managing joint issues. Glucosamine, Chondroitin and/or the combination of both ingredients are ...
Views: 786 - ***Aches and Pains: Listening to Your Body and Empowering Yourself to Keep It Working - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2011 from Mike GaudetteWhy is it that we tend to take better care of our cars than we do our bodies? I think it’s because there is a specific monetary value attached to the car. We value what we pay for our car. Our bodies, on the other hand, have no intrinsic monetary value so we tend to take our physical body for ...
Views: 1750(2 votes) - San Diego Physical Therapist Pain Free Living - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Dr. Vanessa JacksonMany of those who do live pain-free take it for granted. If you do have problems with nagging pain or an injury, physical therapists are doctors who can help make that pain a thing of your past. Ageing can bring on degenerative joint disease, osteoarthritis, or tendonitis. Injuries can include ...
Views: 770 - Physical Therapy is Essential to Preventative Health-Care - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Kevin McGovernHow Physical Therapy is fast-becoming known for annual check-ups to maintain good health and lower the cost of personal health-care. The title of this article may come as a surprise to most people since statistics point to the fact that most think physical therapy is solely about ...
Views: 1399(1 vote) - Massage and Physical Therapy to Relieve the Pain of Sciatica - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Andrew HunterThe human body's sense of touch is incredibly sensitive. It has even been used as a form of medical therapy going back thousands of years to ancient time. With the right understanding of pressure points and anatomy, you can then, of course use the power of massage to help ease the pain of ...
Views: 949(2 votes) - Physical Therapy Marketing Strategy- What To Do Before You Get More New Clients! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Iona MeadeRunning and Marketing a Physical Therapy Practice needs some careful thought and consideration. First you want to begin with the end in mind. Start with a clear vision of how you want your life and ideal practice to look and feel before you take action on marketing or get clients into your ...
Views: 2531(1 vote) - Healthcare Recruiting for Physical Therapy - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Brad JonesHealthcare recruiting for physical therapy is gaining prominence as many studies have shown that there are shortages throughout the physical therapy profession as well in healthcare facilities that employ physical therapists. The structured healthcare recruiting services of dependable healthcare ...
Views: 1596 - Gait Training Physical Therapy - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Gerry Van DykeMany people believe that since walking is something that they have been doing for most of their lives, no one needs to teach them how to walk again after an injury. Unfortunately, most injuries to the spine and lower extremities do alter walking mechanics and can lead to additional disability if ...
Views: 2372(2 votes) - Keeping Active as You Age And Other Life Long Care Of Your Body Considerations - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2017 from Leon EdwardWhen you want to make sure that the body you have lasts you your whole life, there are lots of things that you need to think about. When you want to make sure that you don't need to worry about your body giving out on you, check out some of the things that you can do to prevent it from doing ...
Views: 1560 - Physical Therapy For Prenatal and Post-partum Women - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2008 from Gerry Van DykeAlong with the “joys of pregnancy” can sometimes come the not so joyful pain and dysfunction associated with it. Some women experience low back pain, sacroiliac dysfunction, sciatica (pain, numbness or tingling down the leg) and even carpal tunel syndrome. Many women feel these are ...
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