Sometimes I sit cross legged in my chair a little bit too much at the office, and I end up pinching of my Sciatic nerve. This stretch has done wonders in relieving the pain as quickly as possible. For best results, do this twice every day - once in the morning to stretch out before a day of non-movement, and once in the evening to stretch out the day's tensions. … [Read more...]
A sick world: We live longer, with more pain and illness
The world has made huge progress fighting killer infectious diseases, but as a result we now lead longer and sicker lives, with health problems that cause us years of pain, disability and mental distress . Continue reading … [Read more...]
The Five Most Common Reasons People Visit Emergency Rooms
With the cost of visiting the emergency room escalating, emergency rooms should be empty. The reality is that many people who at one time had health care insurance now use the emergency room as their primary access point to medical care. Emergency room nurses and paramedics prioritize patients according to their symptoms to help ensure that the most seriously ill patients get … [Read more...]
Osteoarthritis, Pain Relief and the Importance of Dietary Choices
We are what we eat! Any condition which limits movement and causes pain in the joints is called Osteoarthritis. It is common knowledge that cartilage (the smooth surface at the head of the bone) and bone health impact on joint health. Inflammation of bone/joint, bone spurs and long-term wear and tear all have a role to play, but importantly, Osteoarthritis is not an inevitable … [Read more...]
Alternative Methods For Back Pain
Back pain can be a debilitating condition. Once you’ve exhausted modern medical treatments, and are fed up with popping pain pills, you may consider resorting to alternative means. There are in fact many effective alternative treatments for your back’s health. Give some of the following methodologies a try to relieve your back pain. 1. Acupuncture. Working along acupuncture … [Read more...]