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Benefits of Kinesio Tape

Apr 24, 2013

Kinesiotape has a wear time that ranges 3-5 days and yes, you can take a shower on those days! Patients report pain relief in about 24 hours and it serves as a great postural correction reminder. The taping techniques are used for tendonitis, muscle strains, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel, and joint pain. It is utilized by professional athletes as well as the weekend warriors since it can be used as a lightweight, flexible brace. It is latex free!

Tags: kinesiotaping, kinesio, tape, posture, muscle, pain relief

Healthy Tip Of the Month

Feb 01, 2013

10 Resons to Wear high heels less often: Posture - Heels can alter the entire alignment of the body, moving pressure to the small part of the front of the foot that cannot handle all of the pressure. Arthritis - Altered walking with heels can create arthritis points in the joints like the knee and ankle. Muscle shortening – Though the back of the leg looks sexy in a good pair of heels, the shortening of the calf muscles lead to serious problems like plantar fasciitis.

Tags: heels, posture, arthritis, hammertoes, ankle, women, injuries

Healthy Eating

Feb 07, 2012

There are so many people willing to give you advice on living a healthy life. They promise if you follow their word, and advice, you will be assured a great body and a healthy life. It seems with all these so called experts telling you what to do; it still comes down to following a few basic rules:

Tags: health issues, healthy eating, proper foods, proper nutrition

Adult Food Allergy

Jan 31, 2012

There are literally hundreds of types of allergies known to mankind. Some allergies are found in the environment, such as hay fever, and other pollens and vegetation. Another major issue with allergies is in our food groups. Many adults and children suffer from food allergies.

Tags: allergens, finding the right diet, food allergies, food allergy, food groups, pollens, types of allergies

Obesity in Kids - What causes it?

Jan 24, 2012

Many people struggle with weight gain or being overweight their entire lives. The sad truth is that obesity in kids has risen to staggering numbers in the past couple of decades. Being overweight is never a good thing in adults, but being obese as a child is even worse.

Tags: being overweight, cause weight gain, causes of obesity, improper diet, junk food, lack of exercise, medical problems, obesity in children, overweight child, proper diet, proper exercise

Food Allergy Diet - Finding the Cause of Your Allergy

Jan 17, 2012

There are hundreds of different types of allergies. Some allergic reactions come from environmental causes, such as dust, pet dander, and pollen. Food allergies make up a large percentage of allergies found both in adults and children. Some food allergies are mild and cause minimal discomfort.

Tags: allergens, allergic reactions, allergy diet, food allergens, food allergies, food allergy, good health, types of allergies

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Back Pain - Understanding and Managing the Condition

Jan 12, 2012

When most of us hear the word “arthritis,” what we’re really picturing isn’t rheumatoid arthritis, but rather “osteoarthritis,” the most common form of the condition. The differences between the two forms vary drastically.

Tags: arthritis, back pain, cervical spine, flexible joints, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, stiffness, synovial joints, treatment options, wear and tear

Abdominal Strain - Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Dec 29, 2011

Abdominal strain isn’t pretty. True, it’s a muscle strain, but unlike most other muscle strains, an abdominal muscle strain typically isn’t one you can sport with ease or dignity. They hurt; at best, they feel awkward internally, while also making you feel awkward as a social human being. Abdominal strains are just about the worst.

Tags: abdomen, abdominal muscle strain, abdominal muscles, abdominal strain, abdominal strains, nausea, paleness, pallor

Repetitive Strain Injury - How to Prevent and Treat Them

Dec 21, 2011

Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) – Causes and Treatments

Tags: desk workers, long periods of time, odd position, posture, repetitive activities, repetitive strain injuries, repetitive strain injury, risk, strenuous activities, thumb

What are the Causes of Lower Back Pain?

Dec 13, 2011

Lower back pain (also called lumbago) is pain in the lumbar region of the back, which is located just above the tailbone area. Most Americans will experience pain in the lower back at some point in their lives, so this is a fairly common ailment.

Tags: anti inflammatory medication, arthritis, causes of lower back pain, common ailment, degenerative arthritis, dull ache, heavy lifting, low back pain, lower back pain, lumbar region, osteoarthritis, oxygen deprivation, severe pain, spinal disc herniation, spine, tailbone area

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