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- Symptoms, Causes And also Remedy Of Trigeminal Neuralgia - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Mario CoraEncountering 'neuralgia' soreness? Here's the right place to know all about its symptoms, causes and treatments.Trigeminal neuralgia is popularly known as the suicide disease or perhaps fothergill's disease or perhaps Prosopalgia. Trigeminal neuralgia is often a neuropathic dysfunction where a ...
Views: 3814 - Interrupting the Cycle of Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2009 from Darlene LancerIf you suffer from chronic pain, you are not alone. Millions of Americans seek treatment for chronic pain, pain that continues for more than six months. Chronic pain is no longer viewed as a symptom, but as an illness in itself. Things we take for granted, such as eating, sleeping, dressing, ...
Views: 3745(2 votes) - Alter Your Pain Experience: Hypnosis for Pain Management - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Cynthia LindnerINTRODUCTION: Hypnotherapy is a recommended treatment for chronic pain patients. Strong evidence has been gathered by a 1995 panel of physicians of the National Institutes of Health that show hypnotic interventions are beneficial in the management of cancer pain, temporal-mandibular ...
Views: 3662(4 votes) - Three Simple Nutrients for Migraine Relief - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Dr. Al SearsDid you know there are a few simple nutrients that you can take to help you get rid of migraines for good? If you or a loved one suffers from migraines, you know that most people pop a pill and sleep the pain away in a dark room. And many of them deal with terrible side effects like ...
Views: 3638(3 votes) - Ease Arthritis Pain with LED Light Therapy - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Victoria GirardLED light therapy offers a drug free alternative for easing your arthritis pain and getting back to enjoying life and the beauty it presents every day. Dealing with pain on a daily basis steals your joy from the most mundane tasks to the biggest of events in your life. LED light therapy is a ...
Views: 3636 - Muscular Causes of Low Back Pain - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2009 from Roger FontaineLow back pain caused by tight anterior inner hip muscles. This article is written at a level which requires some knowledge of anatomical attachments, ie: origins and insertions of muscles, as well as names of muscles. Should you wish to know more I invite you to look online for an anatomy ...
Views: 3612(1 vote) - ***7 Minutes to Natural Pain Release: WHEE for Tapping Your Pain Away - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2009 from Karyn MaierWHEE is an amazing method for releasing pains of all sorts. Users report dramatic improvements with tension headaches, migraines, frozen shoulders, backaches, irritable bowel syndrome, surgery, injuries, arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome and cancer. Example 1: I was out hiking with a friend, ...
Views: 3555(1 vote) - Know More Info On The Sclerotherapy Procedure For Hemorrhoids And If It's Best For Everyone! - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Jake BremerThis surgical procedure called sclerotherapy for hemorrhoids is most effective when used on small yet inflamed hemorrhoids that are on the inner regions of the anus. Physicians use a powerful chemical compount when performing sclerotherapy for hemorrhoids that actually attacks the hemorrhoids ...
Views: 3544 - What Causes Fibromyalgia[FMS], Chronic Fatigue Syndrome[CFS], Multiple Chemical Sensitivities[MCS] and the natural solution? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Prof. George GrantWhat causes Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue/Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and what is the natural cure? Cause #1: Toxins Toxins cause inflammation by penetrating healthy tissue in your body and hiding there. Your immune system knows they are there and responds with acute inflammation to ...
Views: 3535 - Headaches? Don't Sleep Late On Sunday! - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Roberta MittmanIf you think a taste of chocolate, a glass of wine, and sleeping late on weekends are harmless vices, think again. Those innocent indulgences are just a few of the most common triggers of headaches. But don't give up hope just yet. It's possible you may be able to enjoy your favorite things ...
Views: 3510(2 votes) - Control Pain with Hypnosis - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Steve G. JonesChronic pain can be debilitating, and even pain that isn't lasting can severely impact our quality of life. For this reason, the ability to control pain with hypnosis has come into the public eye a great deal recently. Many of us live with pain every day. Arthritis, fibromyalgia, and ...
Views: 3460(1 vote) - Three Minutes to A Pain Free Life - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Tim ReynoldsMy back started hurting about a month ago for no real obvious reason. At first I thought it was due to my revised workout routine during my rehabilitation for a shoulder injury. I figured the pain would go away. But it didn’t. It stuck around day after day, week after week. It was an odd pain ...
Views: 3418 - Natural Healing with Zero Point Energy - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from William WuFirst time I heard about the wand for natural healing was in April. A friend told me that there was a new self-care product about to launch in North America. By the end of April, I had a conference call with Mark Victor Hansen, the co-author of the ""Chicken Soup for the Soul"". The conference ...
Views: 3415 - Control Chronic Pain with Creative Visualization and Relaxation - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Patrick Porter, PhD, Creator Of The MindFitAnyone who suffers from persistent pain knows it’s nothing to take lightly. It isn’t simply a medical condition. It becomes a way of life for those who suffer. Persistent pain can have a costly impact on your life. It can lead to depression, loss of appetite, irritability, anger, loss of ...
Views: 3384 - Cluster headache, relief, treatment, causes, herbal products - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Veena DeoA Cluster Headache is characterized by severe unilateral pain in the eye or temple, affects primarily men and tends to recur in a series of attacks and is also called Histamine Cephalalgia. It is also known as suicidal headache. It is less common than migraine and tension headaches. In this ...
Views: 3364 - ***Laminine, a freeze dried extract of raw organic eggs - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Steven PetrosinoLaminine is an extract derived from fertilized organic hen eggs at a critical stage of incubation (on the 9th day). The use of fertilized egg extracts in medicine and nutrition dates back to 1929, and scientific studies on this unique supplement have been published in numerous peer-review ...
Views: 3336 - The iliopsoas : The culprit of back pain - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Jean-Francois ThibaultBack pain is the most common pain of the 21th century. Most of my clients in treatment suffer from pain ranging from the lower back to the upper neck. We are in fact victims of our sedentary lifestyle, stress and bad postural habits of everyday. It is important to understand that pain can occur ...
Views: 3325 - Quick And Easy Relief Thanks To Trigeminal Neuralgia Natural Treatment - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2012 from Mario CoraThis article aims to give you some valuable information regarding Trigeminal Neuralgia Natural Treatment. Trigeminal Neuralgia is caused the trigeminal nerve is put under pressure by the blood vessel. A patient of trigeminal neuralgia may suffer intense pain as a result of various activities ...
Views: 3308 - 7 Ways to Relieve Back Pain in Ergonomic Chairs Using a Towel - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalIt is very easy to sit in a chair, but to sit in a chair for a long time with comfort is difficult. If you are sitting at a computer all day, then I would suggest try bringing a small or medium sized towel to your work area. You will be amazed at how much this piece of equipment will aid your ...
Views: 3287 - What is A Root Canal? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Dental ChicagoA root canal has two meanings. The first one is basically the space within the root of the tooth which holds the dental nerve as well as connective tissues called the dental pulp. The other one reflects the dental operation wherein the dental pulp is cleaned out and disinfected in order to ...
Views: 3247(1 vote) - Emu Oil for Sunburns - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Scott WellsI just had to take some time to give serious props to a new product I’ve been using. Before I start touting how good this product is let me first tell you my very first experience using it. I was on the beach all day about five years ago and committed the worst sin on the beach. I fell ...
Views: 3232(1 vote) - Identifying The Causes Of Abdominal Pain - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from Mark RosenbergDo you sometimes experience pain in your abdomen? It may not be bad enough to seek immediate medical attention but may be persistent enough to wonder why you keep having it. I often have patients who call me with symptoms of abdominal pain and I explain that there can be many causes for it – ...
Views: 3217 - Fibromyalgia and Energy Medicine - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Melanie SmithBy Melanie Smith, AP, DOM Author of Energy Medicine for Healthy Living™ Resources www.wellwithin.net Free Newsletter and EBook Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) affects an estimated 2 percent of the population. Research shows that up to 90 percent of people with fibromyalgia have turned to ...
Views: 3195(1 vote) - Blisters And Bunions: Soothe Them Fast! - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Stacy WishnerAt this time of year many of my patients are attending holiday parties. This can mean being on your feet for long periods of time, standing, dancing, walking, in new, stiff dress shoes and high heels which can cause a real pain in the foot, namely that of blisters and bunions! Especially if ...
Views: 3153 - Cocooning - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Aryana HudsonIn the moments when you are asleep and lucid in the mind allow the place of your days accomplishments to fruition from the mind of your creation to come forth from your subconscious that is the executor of your creative projects when you are tuned away from the immediate five senses. When the ...
Views: 3142(2 votes) - How to Rehabilitate Your Lower Back - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2010 from Dr. Steven SmileyLower back exercises when done properly can significantly reduce low back pain by activating muscles of the low back and “core.” 80% of people will experience some form of low back pain in their lifetime. Therefore, people should be doing some kind of exercise for the lower back to prevent ...
Views: 3139(2 votes) - Types of Back Pain and Mattresses That Can Help - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Kermit BauerIn regard to your health, the most important piece of furniture you own is your mattress. You spend approximately one third of your life in bed. An uncomfortable mattress can have a negative effect on the quantity and quality of your sleep. This is especially the case for millions of back pain ...
Views: 3127(6 votes) - Why We Need Lumbar Support - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2011 from Ed DelaneyYou may already have heard of lumbar support a number of times, but you may not yet fully understand it. If this is the case, then this article is just right for you. Here we will give you a brief discussion regarding the lumbar area, its function in your body, and why you need to provide it ...
Views: 3116 - Referred Pain and Trigger Point Therapy - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesHuman Physiology versus Modern Living Human bodies have not changed much in the past 10,000 years; however, during the last 150 years, we have greatly changed our lifestyles. Our bodies deal with new chemicals, sleep habits, physical tasks, indoor lighting, noise, and other unnatural ...
Views: 3114 - Painless Deep Tissue Massage: An Oxymoron? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Alice SanvitoPainless deep tissue massage. Some people think it's an oxymoron. Many clients and therapists alike believe that in order for a massage to be therapeutic is has to be painful, that harder means deeper and better and more effective. They believe that the only way to affect deeper muscle tissue is ...
Views: 3094(1 vote) - Using NLP & Hypnosis for Pain Relief - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Matthew FergusonRecent discoveries into a very interesting illusion that reduces arthritic pain have been made. Researchers at the University of Nottingham in the UK discovered, by chance, that there was a major reduction in pain if a person suffering from arthritic pain put their hand into a simulator wired to ...
Views: 3047(1 vote) - ***10 Ways to Dig Your Hole Deeper - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2009 from Daniel Benor1. Assume as an article of absolute faith: There is no possible way to get out of this hole. 2. Blame yourself for getting stuck in this hole and look for the most exquisitely critical things you can say to yourself about your stupidity for ending up where you are. 3. Say "No!" immediately ...
Views: 3046 - UNFINISHED BUSINESS - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Jeannie SmithThink of an event in your life in which you were traumatized. When you think of this event, is there a feeling that is brought to the surface? If there is an emotional aspect, then this points to the fact that you still have an energetic charge in this experience that has not been cleared. ...
Views: 3043 - Stress Reduction for 12 Subjects after using the Infra Red Negative Ions Amethyst Bio Mat over 3 months - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Prof. George GrantAbstract: 12 subjects were tested before and after using the Bio Mat for one hour daily over 3 months period using 3 different biofeedback devices and blood cortisol levels to measure stress reduction. Far Infra Red/Negative Ions Amethyst Bio Mat reduces Stress by 78% as validated by Pre ...
Views: 3034(2 votes) - Freedom From Chronic Pain - The Power of Metaphor - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherWhen I was first introduced to EFT at the beginning of 2004, I was desperate to alleviate the intense and chronic pain I was experiencing as a result of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). In particular, pain in my knee joints, thighs and neck, as well as the evening headaches which verged on ...
Views: 3006(2 votes) - Cupping/Fire-Cupping: Healing For The Body And Mind - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Bret EllingtonCupping or fire-cupping is an excellent therapeutic tool, that is extremely effective for pain relief. Placing the cups over injured areas can stimulate circulation, detoxify the body and create myofascial relief. If you suffer from chronic back pain, fibromyalgia or just want to improve your ...
Views: 2998(1 vote) - The Body as a Torture Chamber - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Sam VakninThere is one place in which one's privacy, intimacy, integrity and inviolability are guaranteed: one's body, a unique temple and a familiar territory of sensa and personal history. The process of chronic disease invades, defiles and desecrates this shrine. It does so publicly, enhancing the ...
Views: 2957(1 vote) - Arch Support Inserts and Plantar Fasciitis Exercises for Effective Relief for Pain in the Heels - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Fred SalomonFoot care experts recommend the exercises for plantar fasciitis shown below in addition to the use of orthotic shoe inserts to ease pain in the heels caused by plantar fasciitis due to excess pronation. You must be aware that these plantar fasciitis exercises should not cause you pain, but ...
Views: 2951(1 vote) - Feature Article - Headache? Stiff Neck? Check Your Ergonomics! - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2010 from Stacy WishnerLike most of my patients, you probably spend at least 8 hours a day working. For whatever your profession is, a set of ergonomics has been developed for it. The science of ergonomics was created to design workplace environments, furniture, devices, and specific positions that would allow people ...
Views: 2937(1 vote) - A Call Out to All Perfectionists and Overachievers - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Abigail SteidleyI've been noticing a trend lately while working with women suffering from health issues. I coach women with pelvic pain issues of any variety, and I can't help but notice some commonalities. I am no longer surprised when I hear person after person describe herself as a perfectionist, an ...
Views: 2931(1 vote) - Some Tips to Home Cures and Herbal Remedies for Anxiety Attacks - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Kevin JeffersNatural cures for treating various human diseases are on the rise. Anxiety patients can find considerable relief through natural remedies. One can leaf through different types of remedial measures like aromatherapy, herbal supplements and physical exercises mentioned in this article. Anxiety ...
Views: 2916 - The Dangers of Wearing High-Heeled Stiletto Shoes - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalHow can anyone manage to walk comfort when walking in high-heeled stiletto shoes? It seems that there are guidelines on the internet that show you how to balance in these incredibly high-heeled shoes, or stilettos as they are called in the fashion world. Sadly I must inform you about the ...
Views: 2851 - Is Slouching To Blame For Your Back Pain? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Stacy Wishner“Stand up straight, shoulders back, don’t slouch, tighten your tummy muscles, and tuck in your glutes!” If you remember to do all these things on a daily basis, your back will thank you for it. At least that’s what most people think. As a matter of fact, patients naturally assume that poor ...
Views: 2842 - Bipolar Disorder Broken - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from David HanscomDebbie is a 45 year old woman who I have been working with for about four years. She was diagnosed with a severe bipolar disorder at age twelve. About 10 years ago she had a lifting injury at work and developed chronic low back pain. Over a series of eight years she underwent multiple low back ...
Views: 2818(2 votes) - Sphenoid sinusitis: Causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from Victor MarchioneSphenoid sinusitis is an inflammation-related condition that can create uncomfortable symptoms and headache pain. Here, we explore what causes sphenoid sinusitis and how to deal with it. Our sinus is a cavity filled with air on both sides of our nasal structure. The cavities filter the air we ...
Views: 2812 - How Migraines Affect Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorTonight, all of a sudden, I had a migraine headache... the kind where the lights are even too bright. I was working and felt it coming on. Then within minutes, it was FULL force, like a hammer banging constantly on my forehead. I had no idea why I was getting one or when it would disappear. I ...
Views: 2811 - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome -The Longer You Wait, The Worse It Gets! - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2010 from Stacy WishnerMore and more patients come to me convinced they know the nature of their medical condition. It’s not surprising because people nowadays “google” everything and sometimes find out more than they need to know. Just yesterday, I saw a patient who swore she had Carpal Tunnel Syndrome because ...
Views: 2797(1 vote) - Pain, pain, go away...the 7 mistakes that are making your pain persist - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Sukie BaxterSo often, pain plagues us for years, rearing its ugly head at the most inopportune times, like right before a sporting event, while we're on vacation, or when the weather finally turns to sun and it's time to get outside and play. Even worse, it can be a persistent thorn in your side for years; ...
Views: 2786(6 votes) - Piracetam for Greater Mind Power And Increased Energy - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from Ziesha SheyNootropics are a new class of mind power drugs which increase brain power and improve memory by acting upon the hypothalamus or the central nervous system. Piracetam is one such nootropic drug which is mainly prescribed by physician for certain brain conditions such as myoclonus. Piracetam ...
Views: 2758 - Back Pain and Headaches - A Common and Frequently Overlooked Cause - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Robert AffolterAccording to the National Institutes of Health, Americans spend $50 billion annually on back pain. Yes, that is Billions with a B! It is the most common cause of lost work but is second to headaches as the most frequent neural disorder. A frequently overlooked cause of lower back pain is ...
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