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Sunday, January 23rd, 2011
The prefix “arth” refers to joints and ‘itis’ refers to inflammation. The term “arthritis” is a generic term meaning painful joints. Are there different types of this condition? – true and false.
Although different types are common in adults who reach that ‘certain age’ it also affects children still in diapers and young people in the prime of their lives. Over 100 different types range from the relatively mild cases of tendonitis or bursitis to crippling systemic forms such as rheumatoid or Lupus. (more…)
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Sunday, January 23rd, 2011
Deep tissue massage focuses on specific problems such as chronic pain, fibromyalgia, limited mobility, recovery from injuries, repetitive strain injury, postural problems, osteoarthritis and muscle spasms.
The pressure will generally be more intense and more focused with this type of massage as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots. Also known as adhesions, these knots can cause chronic tension and pain in the neck, low back and shoulders. (more…)
Tags: arthritis, chronic pain, deep tissue massage, fibromyalgia, muscle spasms, pain relief cream, tension
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Tuesday, October 26th, 2010
Food, stress, and your day to day schedule can all affect your libido and can determine the way you look and feel about sex.
Most of us would rather feel and look good than bad. To feel good we need to bring into balance the two most important hormones that relate to a woman’s body, estrogen and progesterone.
Many doctors prescribe synthetic progesterone, called progestin to balance these hormones. Some side effects of synthetic progestin include: increased the risk of breast cancer, cancer of the uterus and increased risk of osteoporosis. (more…)
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Sunday, September 19th, 2010
Do you remember the Calgon commercial that was on TV a few years ago? It emphasizes soaking your troubles away. Well, you can do that without running away from home. A hot bath will do exactly the same thing.
Hot baths do warrant a word of caution before we continue here. Check the temperature carefully. While we say “hot bath” the water would feel better if it was warm to the touch but not scalding. It is hard to relax when you are sustaining third-degree burns. (more…)
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Friday, September 10th, 2010
Exercise is an important part of our lives. Staying in shape is one way to increase your life expectancy. Weight bearing exercises are important also for increasing muscle mass and bone density as you age.
Most of us have learned what to do when it comes to exercising. The problem is where and when to get the job done. With a busy lifestyle, making time for exercise is a challenge.
Weight bearing exercises aren’t just for bodybuilders. As you age, especially once you hit the age of forty, you begin to lose muscle mass. For women especially, bone loss becomes a problem. When the body is in need of calcium it can rob it from your bones. Building muscle not only increases their mass but your strength.
Here are five easy toning exercises that can be done anywhere and whenever you have time. At home, at the office, or on vacation, you can do these easy yet extremely effective exercises. (more…)
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Thursday, September 2nd, 2010
It’s a fact that we will all get older, though aging doesn’t have to be the specter looming on the horizon that many fear. You can keep your body healthy through exercise. Combined with diet, exercise is one way to age gracefully. As we age, we lose muscle strength. It is a condition known as sarcopenia. Loss of muscle mass as well as strength can be a fatal combination in the aging population. Strength contributes to one’s balance and flexibility. Without it, a fall can result in a broken hip or arm instead of a possible sprain from catching yourself.
There are no quick fixes to getting into shape. But, you can begin an exercise program at any age and reap the rewards. For seniors, implementing an exercise program may help to reverse the effects of time on your joints, muscles and bones. For women especially, osteoporosis is a threat as you age. So, what types of exercises can you perform? Don’t worry – you won’t be doing any PT training any time soon. You can strive for that but not right away. When choosing your exercise, use these tips. (more…)
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Thursday, September 2nd, 2010
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are not the only types of arthritic conditions. Diseases such as gout, pseudogout, childhood arthritis and lupus fall into this category.
Treatment modalities for all methods of arthritis will include rest, exercise, medication, weight loss, joint protection and cold or heat. The goal is to decrease pain and inflammation, slow the progression of the disease, decrease the disability in the joints and improve your overall health.
Some individuals also find that while altering their diets to effect a change in their overall health they also improve the cartilage production and their pain and discomfort. By altering their diet to improve weight maintenance they also decrease the amount of stress placed on the large weight-bearing joints. Research has also proven that given the opportunity, correct nutrition, water and light, the body is able to do an amazing number of things to heal itself. (more…)
Tags: arthritis, back pain, carpal tunnel, diet, fibromyalgia, inflammation, joint disease, joint pain, rheumatoid arthritis
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Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
Although osteoarthritis usually accompanies old age, researchers have found that cartilage in the joint becomes chemically different than a joint that does not have the disease.
Researchers have also found that there are usually a series of events which lead to the development of the condition and that, while it is often associated with old age, that association isn’t enough to trigger osteoarthritis.
These particular events involve both the use and breakdown of the cartilage as well as the production and maintenance in the joints. The joints which are affected are usually the larger weight-bearing joints such as the knees and hips. These provide the majority of the cushion when we are doing any weight-bearing exercise such as walking or running.
Athletes who perform repetitive motion exercises, such as rowing or tennis, will find that osteoarthritis can also develop in the elbow and shoulder areas. (more…)
Tags: arthritis, cartilage, fibromayalgia, hips, joints, knees, osteoarthritis
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Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
Exercise is very good for your health during pregnancy and can have many other benefits as well. Keep the exercise light, especially during your first few weeks of pregnancy while your body adjusts to the changes.
Any type of heavy exercise can divert the blood flow from crucial areas, and most women that exercise on a regular basis should tone down their workout regimen during pregnancy.
Swimming, walking, and yoga are two very popular exercise activities that are suitable for pregnant women. There are other forms of exercise such as weight lifting that are acceptable as long as it isn’t too strenuous. Most specialists recommend exercise 3 – 4 times a week, unless you have a medical condition that prevents it. If you are ever in doubt, you should consult a physician first.
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Sunday, August 29th, 2010
If you suffer from chronic tension, joint and/or deep tissue pain in areas of your body such as your neck, low back or shoulders, deep tissue massage could be especially helpful for you. Massage has been giving individuals medical and health benefits for years. At this time, over 30 different types of massage have been identified, having been used for the last 3000 years. Deep tissue massage is one of those therapies that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue.
Deep tissue massage uses some of the same motions and techniques as Swedish massage but the pressure will generally be more intense. Deep tissue massage is a more focused type of therapy as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots, also known as adhesions.
Deep tissue massage should be done by a therapist who has been specially trained in the technique. Although it does not hurt, it is likely to be more uncomfortable than a classic Swedish massage. Using these deeper techniques for massage can help to break up and eliminate scar tissue and is usually focused on more specific areas of the body than an overall body massage. Although there may be some soreness during or after the massage the participant should feel better than ever within a day or two. (more…)
Tags: chronic pain, deep tissue massage, fibromyalgia, injuries, massage, muscle knots, muscle spasms, osteoarthritis, postural problems, repetitive strain injury, Swedish massage
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