Month: January 2015
How to Decide Which Strain of Medical Marijuana is Right for Your Needs
Currently, 23 U.S. states have adopted legislation that allows for their residents to legally use marijuana as an alternative, non-addictive form of medicine to alleviate their illnesses and ailments. As a result, more Americans than ever before in history have access to this type of medicine — and with more states on the path to…
What is the Best Seborrheic Dermatitis Treatment?
Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin disorder which features chronic inflammation on the head and chest. When found on the scalp, the condition can vary from mild dandruff to thick scales, while patches on the face and trunk will usually feature powdery or greasy scales near prominent sebaceous glands. The cause of seborrheic dermatitis is…
From Pregnant to Menopause HRT Easing Struggles
“Sometimes the things we can not change end up changing us,” touts every blog out there aimed at inspiring those who are battling infertility. After struggling to create a child, all kinds of things are called into question: womens health, the helpfulness of assisted reproductive technology, whether we’ve (perhaps far too early) entered the first…
3 Sports Medicine Experts Who Can Keep You in Better Shape and Playing With Less Pain
If you’re an athlete or work with athletes, you’ve probably heard the term “sports medicine.” Many assume that the primary practitioners in this field are either physicians or physical therapists. But actually, there are quite a few more areas of healthcare dedicated to fitness and treating or preventing injuries in athletes. Here are some you…
5 Common Ankle and Foot Injuries You Should Learn to Recognize
Given how much wear and tear lower limbs take even in an average day, it should be no surprise that ankle and foot injuries are relatively common. Knowing some of the most frequently occurring problems can help you to recognize conditions sooner and and follow the appropriate course of action. Obviously, you’ll want to get…
The 3 Most Common Questions About Pilates, Answered
At the start of the year, it seems as if everyone is talking about the fitness programs they think will revolutionize their lives (or at least bodies). Some of these schemes come and go by the year, but one enduringly popular system is Pilates, embraced by professional athletes and suburban homemakers alike. Here’s what you…
Five Exercises to Avoid If You Have Lower Back Pain
Many people struggle with back pain. The cause ranges from sitting position, back injuries, or other physical reasons. It is crucial to handle back pain as soon as you feel it. The chances that you might develop a severe medical condition afterward are higher. Before you visit a chiropractic doctor for evaluation, it is important…
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Chiropractic Techniques
In the same day, you might hear one person praising chiropractic for healing his back pain and another person denouncing it as a completely pseudoscientific field. Chiropractic can be a polarizing subset of healthcare, despite its ubiquity in the United States. Should you consider seeing a chiropractor? That question is far too complex for one…