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- 3 Ways to Feel Better, Fast - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Abigail SteidleyThe primary reason we end up with chronic pelvic pain syndromes is surprisingly simple. Our bodies are designed to respond to danger and stress with the fight or flight response. Two very important things happen when we experience this physiological response consistently, day in and day out. ...
Views: 1068(1 vote) - 4 Foods to Eat to Stop Back Pain in Its Tracks (One May Shock You) - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Andrew HunterDo you suffer from back pain or sciatica? I used to. It certainly is painful and what’s even worse is that it can rob you of your life. Suddenly even the most basic things like walking, going to work, or even playing with your children can become a massive struggle against pain. Most cases ...
Views: 1362(1 vote) - Adenosine & PEMFs - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2019 from Dr. William PawlukPEMFS, THE “GUARDIAN ANGEL” ADENOSINE AND INFLAMMATION A critical consideration for selecting and applying pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy is the strength of the magnetic field needed to affect the tissue being treated. For the most effective results, the individual seeking to do ...
Views: 4315(1 vote) - Alternative Healing Practices: Can They Overcome Chronic Pain? - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Donna BurickGetting out of bed in the morning can be a painful process for some people. If you are someone who suffers from aches and pains, knees buckling or slight pain in the lower back as you shift your weight, you are not alone. You are also not alone in wanting to find a way to ease the discomfort so ...
Views: 1428(1 vote) - Avoid the Risk of Injury - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from sarah labdarExercise is essential for proper body weight, muscle tonicity and body functioning. Although when we exercise we are putting stress on the body, to build muscle, burn calories, and burn fat. Unlike mental stress, physical stress is good to keep the body maintaining proper function. However, ...
Views: 890(1 vote) - 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 ...
Views: 2750(1 vote) - Bowen: The Key to Optimal Health and Pain Elimination - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesBowen is a multidimensional healing system that alleviates human pain and suffering. It was discovered and developed by the late Tom Bowen of Geelong, Australia. It is a natural health care solution that safely and gently awakens and revives the self-healing mechanisms of the body by applying ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - Celiac Disease & Thyroid Disease – Overlap of Symptoms but Distinctly Different Diagnosis & Treatment - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Gary KaplanIt’s a commonly misdiagnosed autoimmune condition. Its symptoms include fatigue, constipation or diarrhea, hair loss, depression, weight gain or loss, and infertility. And it greatly undermines the sufferer’s quality of life. Sound a lot like Celiac Disease? Actually, these are common symptoms ...
Views: 1811(2 votes) - 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) - Cracked Tooth Treatment | What to Ask Your Dentist - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Shawn Van de VyverYou know exactly what it means, when you hear that typical "crack" as you bite down on your morning sesame seed bagel. Then, you spit out that little white piece of tooth that just snapped off as you were enjoying your breakfast. Now you have to address your broken tooth. A tooth can fracture ...
Views: 1220(1 vote) - Ease the pain by taking fast acting Joint Supplements - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from jenifer smithWe tend to take our health for granted when we are young. Stiffness and Muscle Pain is an alien concept and the thought of taking Joint Supplements doesn't enter our minds. As the years roll by though that once flexible frame can start to show signs of age and Joint Supplements don't seem like ...
Views: 1054(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: 2938(1 vote) - Fibromyalgia Questions and Answers Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Dr. Gene Martin8 Why are Doctors so hesitant to treat people with fibro and why do they say it's all in your head. If you have Fibromyalgia, you understand how debilitating it can be, not just the pain, but the other symptoms including the "fog". Doing a full Fibro history is and should be very time consuming ...
Views: 1071(1 vote) - Fibromyalgia: The "Mystery Disease" and Other Chronic Pain Issues - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Eileen SilvaAsk any pain sufferer: pain is real. If pain is your constant companion or the companion of someone you love… this one's for you. "Fibromyalgia" - the "catch-all" diagnosis for unexplained pain - is nearly an epidemic today, especially with women over 40. We have identified 8 major ...
Views: 1199(1 vote) - Getting Over Everyday Strains and Sprains Has Never Been Easier! - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2016 from Harshad JethraWe all have our own ways of dealing with injuries. Some choose to ignore, but some do pay heed. In fact, as a direct result of the slightly, let's say sedentary lifestyle that we lead, injuries are fewer. And that's mainly because we do not find time to involve ourselves with outdoor ...
Views: 1186(1 vote) - Getting rid of the Migraine Headaches is now possible - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2010 from James AllenDays have gone when people suffered from Migraine Headache pains severely. There are many natural Migraine Headache Relief options available now a day, but they will not all work for every person i.e. some may work for some folks while others may help other folks. Getting in to a hot bathtub or ...
Views: 636(1 vote) - Headache affects everyone, learn more about it - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Mark BevanHeadaches are one of the most commonly reported medical conditions. Each one of us experiences headaches at some point in our life. Occasional headaches are not harmful as they can easily be treated. However, if the intensity and frequency of the headaches increase and starts to affect your ...
Views: 841(2 votes) - How Injuries Accelerate Aging - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Lawrence GoldPopular beliefs about aging confuse the effects of genes with those of stress and injury. As a result, people associate pains and stiffness directly with aging, and so believe them to be inevitable. “The thousand natural shocks flesh is heir to” leave their mark in memory. Memory ...
Views: 1567(1 vote) - How much Pain? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from Megan OltmanMy daughter had her wisdom teeth out yesterday. Once the anesthesia wore off she started feeling pretty serious pain. She took her first Lorcet and called me on the intercom about half an hour later, sounding panicked - she needed more pain meds, right now! We got her some ibuprofen, but tried ...
Views: 1143(2 votes) - How Stress Derails the Healing Response - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Mark WileyDespite high-tech surgeries and low-tech massage, weekly handfuls of pain killers and structured physical therapy routines, people are still suffering in body pain. The answer may well be found within the mind itself, and the hold it has over our thoughts, emotions and our physical bodies. ...
Views: 1164(2 votes) - How to Self-Relieve Low Back Pain - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Lawrence GoldThis article explains how somatic exercises make back pain vanish and why they are probably the fastest, most lasting way to end most back pain. They work not by suppressing symptoms, but by clearing up their underlying cause and the cause underlying that, so that no further damage occurs to ...
Views: 2663(1 vote) - How to Use Twitter to Manage Your Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Lisa CopenIf you have a chronic illness or live with daily chronic pain you are physician may have requested for you to keep a diary of your pain levels so that he can monitor what activities or influences in your life can increase your level of pain. He may have recommended that you also record your ...
Views: 1579(1 vote) - Learn About Arthritis Relief - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comArthritis is a complex disorder that is comprised of more than 100 distinct conditions that can affect people at any stage in life. The two most commonly discussed forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis which both have very different causes, risk factors, and effects on ...
Views: 1565(3 votes) - Massage for Women's Pain - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Walt MorreyThere are a number of conditions that can affect a woman’s health. For instance, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Syndrome are much more common in women than in men. These conditions can start a chain reaction leading to additional health issues, however, I believe that with patience, ...
Views: 1724(3 votes) - Meditation: Can It Help Reduce Your Pain? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Gary KaplanMeditation, which can be practiced in many different forms, has been used for thousands of years to benefit the mind, body and soul. Now there is a growing body of medical research proving that meditation not only modifies brain function, it can actually change the way we experience physical ...
Views: 1097(1 vote) - Message From My Inner Healer - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from Abigail SteidleyAfter I had been to see a vulvovaginal specialist for my interesting mix of vulvar dysesthesia, vulvar vestibulitis, pelvic floor syndrome, and interstitial cystitis, I had a complete meltdown. I really thought this doctor would save me from the nightmare and give me my life back. I had ...
Views: 1134(1 vote) - Migraine Headache Pain Relief Management - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Will BlearsOne of the most complex forms of illnesses is the migraine headache pain. In fact, this condition is very common as it does not only triggers adults, but teenagers and children as well. Although unpleasant, headache pain is basically regarded as a normal part of a person’s daily life. Since ...
Views: 742(1 vote) - 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) - Non-Drug Pain Management : Medvive TENS Unit - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2019 from Jessica RoggersWhat is pain? Pain is a signal in your nervous system that something may be wrong. It is an unpleasant feeling, such as a prick, tingle, sting, burn, or ache. Pain may be sharp or dull. It may come and go, or it may be constant. You may feel pain in one area of your body, such as your back, ...
Views: 791(1 vote) - Ode to my Aching Hand - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Elaine CorreiaSwollen hand and fingers dear And sympathetic toes do hear I have fought the pain With out gain Adjusted the bone And soft tissue did moan Taken herbs and pill In an effort to heal you well The more I resist The longer you persist Oh how I have tried to heal The injuries that ...
Views: 1695(3 votes) - Pain Management (General) - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2008 from Dr. Y. Frank AoiJapanese Acupuncture PAIN MANAGEMENT Do not go again the nature and the flow of the river. Follow the seasons. What Is Pain From Wikipedia International Association for the Study of Pain (JASP) defines pain as “an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or ...
Views: 2657(1 vote) - Pain Management And Causes Of Pain - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Roster BensWhen a whiplash injury occurs after a rear shunt vehicle accident we usually think purely in terms of the acute injuries to the anatomical structures in the cervical spine or neck.What causes pain in the side or sternum? This is a common question presented to Medical Doctors and there are some ...
Views: 1368(1 vote) - Pain Management And Genetics - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Pamela Avery, MDYesterday your grandparents suffered from back pain. Today, you suffer from fibromyalgia. Did you ever stop to think you might have inherited your pain? Science has now explained why some of us are susceptible to developing painful conditions while others are not. This is a fascinating look into ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - Pain Relief Therapy - History of Pain Management - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Holly JanionThroughout the ages, no matter what medical problem a patient suffered from, whether caused by illness or injury, one common factor always prevailed and this was pain. The only difference was the degree and intensity of the pain experienced by the patient. Pain is the oldest medical problem ...
Views: 1922(2 votes) - 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: 3095(1 vote) - Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Steve HefferonWhat is it? The Sacroiliac joint (SI) connects the base of the spine to the pelvis. It has two connection points and a hefty network of ligaments because it is a weight-bearing joint. The connection points have a kind of interlocking mechanism that limits movement at the joint. The SI joint ...
Views: 1891(2 votes) - Saved by My Inner Healer - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from Abigail SteidleyMy Inner Healer and I became very good friends after my first appointment with a breathing and relaxation instructor named Kathleen. Deep breathing is a fantastic way to start listening to your Inner Healer. Breathing is magical. It stops panic, it brings your awareness to your thoughts, it ...
Views: 1111(1 vote) - Symptoms of panic attack - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from John CruiseThat is the fact that for your mind and body to function well they need good nutrition. In fact they just need to be cared for and looked after the best way you possibly can. Experts are constantly telling us that to maintain good physical and mental health we need to eat a balanced diet. ...
Views: 1126(1 vote) - Telling the Difference Between Heartburn and a Heart Attack - by Chest pain always makes someone think they're having a heart attack which is a life or death situation. However, not all chest pain is related to the heart. Sometimes it is merely the result of heartburn which isn't usually a dangerous health issue. If you've experienced a lot of heartburn, then ...
Views: 1060(1 vote) - Tennis Elbow - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYou don't have to play tennis to develop tennis elbow. It can be due to any movement that puts excessive force on the wrist muscles. Tennis elbow refers to elbow pain as the result of an injury to the elbow tendons that bend and straighten the wrist. Hold your hand down with your thumb on the ...
Views: 1035(1 vote) - Tennis Elbow Braces - What You Need To Know - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Nick RobertsHuman beings are physically active creature and they suffer from a lot of diseases and injuries. Tennis elbow is one such injury. This type of injury is generally suffered by sportsperson. In this article we are going to discuss about tennis elbow and its cure recuperation method using aides ...
Views: 2206(1 vote) - That Pain in the Neck - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Dr. Steve EdelsonMost people do not realize how much they move their neck during the day until they are unable to do so. The degree of flexibility of the neck, coupled with the fact that it has the least amount of muscular stabilization and it has to support and move your 14 - 16 pound head, means that the neck ...
Views: 1377(2 votes) - 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: 2958(1 vote) - The Critical Need for a Diagnostic Based Pain Assessment for Chronic Pain Management with Medical Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Stephen AkamineWhat is the Benefit of a Diagnostic Based Pain Assessment for treating Chronic Pain with Medical Massage? Medical Massage Therapy, when combined with Diagnostic Testing, as part of a Comprehensive Pain Assessment, can be a highly effective tool for Chronic Pain Management. Can Medical ...
Views: 2454(1 vote) - The Genius of Your Body-Emotion Connection - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from Abigail SteidleyYour body wants you to stop panicking. When you push the panic button, you also push the adrenaline (and other stress hormones) button. Your sympathetic nervous system is activated, which is what surges your body into fight-or-flight mode. If you are continually feeling fear and panic, you are ...
Views: 1054(1 vote) - The Quick Fix for My Life - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Walt MorreyWe see it everywhere in our culture – everyone wants the quick fix – Got a virus? Give me an antibiotic!! Got back pain? Let’s fix it with surgery!! Overweight? Just do the latest diet for a week!! I saw it advertised on TV, so it must be right. The government protects us from false ...
Views: 1905(3 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: 3639(3 votes) - Tiger Balm is a Herbal Product and has no Side Effects - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Alex DsouzaWe never stop criticizing about “I would have been working on computers, if my back had not been paining by sitting in front of the computer for long hours”. Now is the time to put an end to such sentences, because Tiger Balm really works effectively for muscle pains, and you will be able to ...
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