Before you board the plane or get behind the wheel of your car, try out some of these tips to help support your back and neck: Use a rolled-up towel or small pillow behind your lower back to give you support that airplane and car seats do not provide. Buy a neck travel pillow, foam…
DetailsWith the sun shining, barbeques firing up, and outdoor activities making a comeback, summer is officially here. And just like any season, it’s important to consider safety concerns to avoid any unexpected trips to the emergency room. Watch out in the water Whether you’re at the beach, poolside or on a lake, bodies of water…
DetailsWhat you Eat Matters Research has shown that a well-balanced diet, exercise, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can play a major role for back health. Particularly, anti-inflammatory diets (i.e., Mediterranean Diet) helps reduce body and spine inflammation and can reduce chronic back pain. Food that promotes inflammation in the body that you should avoid include…
DetailsPressure injuries, also known as bedsores or pressure ulcers, can arise when an individual is sitting or lying in the same position for a long time without moving. This reduced mobility causes the skin over bony areas to become damaged due to lack of blood flow. These painful wounds can grow over time and lead…
DetailsAs we age, our joints become weak and stiff with less range of motion. While this is inevitable, there are steps you can take to make sure your joints are as healthy as they can be so you can continue doing the things you love. Why do joints get weak? The lubricating fluid (synovial fluid)…
DetailsAdjust your posture and alignment while sitting Avoid sitting for long periods of time, as it puts a significant amount of stress on your neck and back, leading to pain. Get up every hour to move around and stretch. Sit in ergonomic chair while working or put a pillow behind your lower back. Put a…
DetailsFlowers are blooming, bees are buzzing, birds are chirping and unfortunately, most people are sneezing. It’s that time of the year when everything is in picturesque full bloom, yet for those of us with allergies, it’s difficult to enjoy. It seems like every year the pollen gets worse – leading to runny noses, watery eyes,…
DetailsAn estimated five percent of adults worldwide suffer from depression, according to the World Health Organization. Depression affects everyone differently and can appear through a variety of symptoms. Anyone can be affected by depression, including your loved ones. Supporting an individual with depression can be challenging. Understanding how they feel and learning about resources available…
DetailsIf you’ve been suffering with hip pain that affects your daily life, it may be time to consider getting a hip replacement. Before going through with this process, it’s important to consider several factors and do your research. If you’re planning to get a hip replacement, one consideration is which surgical approach is best for…
DetailsFibroids and endometriosis are conditions in the pelvis that require medical attention. However, many women don’t know the difference between the two. While they have similar symptoms, they each will require specific treatment paths. What are they? Uterine fibroids are almost always noncancerous fibrous growths of the uterus. Depending on the patient, some factors can…
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