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If you have not considered a visit to a chiropractor, make an appointment. Learn a little about how to prepare for the visit, and what to expect.

Psoriatic Arthritis Effects On The Body

11 February 2019
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Psoriatic arthritis is a type of arthritis that is combined with psoriasis, so the skin and the joints are both affected with this type of arthritis. The entire body can be affected with this type of arthritis, which is why receiving treatment is so important--to help you get back to your life without feeling pain and other effects associated with psoriatic arthritis. Read on for some of the effects that this can have on the body. Read More …

Why An Addiction Detox Facility Is Safer Than Trying To Detox At Home

4 January 2019
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you're addicted to alcohol or drugs, then you know how uncomfortable it is when you run out and start going through withdrawals. Detox can even be dangerous depending on what type of drugs you use, how long you've been using them, and if you have medical problems too. It's usually best to go through detox when you're at an inpatient facility so you can be supervised. Here's why this is a safer option than trying to detox at home. Read More …

Five Options To Consider When Caring For A Senior Citizen

3 December 2018
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Caring for a senior citizen can be a very difficult task, and it usually falls to family members. While the amount of help needed will vary with each senior, the process is usually heart-wrenching and time-intensive across the board. It can be very difficult to watch a spouse or loved one struggle for help and a desire for independence. Luckily, there are many different routes one may take on the road to adequate senior care. Read More …

Three Key Characteristics of Smart IV Pumps Every New Technician Should Know

12 October 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you are considering going into a medical technician field, you will come in contact with smart IV pumps. As someone new to the industry, you may be wondering what you will be facing when dealing with these IV pumps. Here are three of the main characteristics of these pumps that you need to know before you even begin using them. By keeping these key characteristics in mind, you will have an advantage over others seeking the same technician training you are. Read More …

3 Tips For Managing Neck Pain And Stiffness In RA

14 September 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is often associated with damage in the smaller joints of the hands and feet, and to a lesser extent, the larger joints. One overlooked area that may be affected is the neck. If RA affects your cervical spine, there are ways you reduce pain, stiffness, and damage to this area. Have Imaging Tests It is important to have imaging tests done on your cervical spine. Generally, your doctor will order an x-ray to determine if there are obvious indicators that RA has caused damage. Read More …

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Back Pain: Easing the Symptoms

Only people who live with constant back pain will understand how my days tend to go. On days when the pain is slight, I can manage pretty well. When it flares up, there is no such thing as a comfortable position. Fortunately, I have found ways to help ease the pain and keep going. A friend recommended that I see a chiropractor. While skeptical, I did find that having an adjustment twice a week does help. I tend to rely less on pain medication than I did before, and there are days when I feel almost normal. If you have not considered a visit to a chiropractor, I suggest that you make an appointment. Let me tell you a little about how to prepare for the visit, and what to expect. You may find that those visits end up making your days much more pleasant.

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