2015

Can't Find The Source Of Your Back Pain? These Possibilities May Surprise You

Figuring out why your back hurts isn’t difficult when you’ve obviously been injured in an accident or suffer from a known spinal condition. But what about those mysterious aches and pains you simply cannot account for? Here are some common (but surprising) causes of annoying back pain – along with some smart tactics for countering them. Mobile Device Misery Believe it or not, your mobile device could be wreaking mayhem on your back.…

7 Ways To Prevent Knee Pain

Whether it is caused by a sports injury or arthritis, knee pain can be debilitating and prevent you from doing your normal activities. Sometimes the pain can be so severe that you can’t even walk on your own. However, you can decrease the risk of knee pain if you come in tune with your body and avoid exercising incorrectly. Here are seven effective ways to prevent knee pain: Choose Low-Impact Exercises…

4 Things You Need To Know About Lichen Nitidus

Lichen nitidus is a rare, inflammatory skin disorder that presents as clusters of papules on the skin. Here are four things you need to know about this disorder. What are the signs of lichen nitidus? If you have this disorder, you’ll develop many shiny, skin-colored papules. These papules tend to be small at between one and three millimeters in diameter. They can be either round or polygonal and have well-defined edges.…

Six Ways To Ease Into Recovery After Spinal Surgery

If you have recently undergone spinal surgery or you anticipate having a procedure such as lumbar spinal fusion, it’s a good idea to make preparations for your post-surgery recovery. There are several things you can do to facilitate healing and prevent complications. You probably know not to lift heavy objects during your recovery process, bend at the waist or grasp hard-to-reach objects, but there are other measures you should take as well.…

How To Prevent Varicose Veins From Forming During Your Pregnancy

Around 55% of women develop varicose veins at some time in their lives, any many of these women find that they first notice them during pregnancy. While varicose veins are common during pregnancy, there are steps you can take that may help you prevent them. Here are two things to understand about this subject. Why It Happens During pregnancy, your body will go through a variety of changes. One of the main changes is the amount of weight you will gain rather quickly during the nine months you are carrying the child.…

What You Can Do To Cure Your Fingernail Fungal Infection At Home

Some of the most common and persistent infections of the skin on the hands are caused by fingernail-based fungi. While not dangerous, these infections are unsightly and can do permanent damage to the nail bed. Fortunately, you can often treat a fingernail infection using a few simple items; below is more information on some effective home remedies that you should consider trying: How to identify a fingernail fungal infection Fungal infections of the nails usually occur more often in the toenails of individuals, but fingernail-based infections are also prevalent.…

7 Tips For Parenting A Child With ADHD

If your child has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), do not feel alone—5.9 million children between the ages of 3 and 17 in the U.S. are diagnosed with this disorder. Because children with ADHD have different brains from other kids, parenting them can sometimes be a challenge. However, if you modify your parenting techniques, you can make your child’s life easier. Here are seven tips for parenting a child with ADHD:…

6 Tips For Helping A Loved One With Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a serious eye disease affecting an estimated 3 million people in the United States. When left untreated, glaucoma can lead to blindness. If your aging parent, spouse, or another family member has glaucoma, they could most likely use your help. Living with impaired vision caused by glaucoma is very challenging, but thankfully there are things you can do to make your loved one’s life easier. Here are six tips for helping a loved one who has glaucoma:…

What You Need to Know About Switching Careers to Be a Midwife

If you have always dreamed of working in a profession that helps mothers usher newborns into the world, midwifery could be a great career choice. The success of television shows like “Call the Midwife” has given the general public insight into the rewards of midwifery and the profession is growing as more women seek the assistance of licensed midwives. Even if you have a degree in a completely unrelated field, you can change careers and become a successful midwife with dedication and a few years of training.…

Two Natural Remedies That Can Help Improve Your Oral Health

Because your smile is one of the first things people see, you should do all you can to keep your teeth healthy. Along with brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist regularly, you can also practice several natural remedies to help heal your teeth and keep your mouth healthy. Here are two natural ways you can take care of your teeth and improve your oral health. Oil Pulling The practice of oil pulling to swish oil around in your mouth has become popular recently, but make sure you follow the correct instruction for proper oil pulling.…