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Is Walking Good for Sciatica? Ideas for Sciatica Relief

 

A man suffering from sciatica pain walking around the living room.

Sciatica is a not a medical condition but a combination of symptoms that are related to the sciatic nerves in the lower back. If you have these symptoms, you may wonder, is walking good for sciatica? Here are ideas on long-term and immediate relief for sciatic pain. What Is Sciatica? Sciatica is a common spine…

Sunscreen in Eyes – What Should You Do?

 

Young woman on the snow slope applying sunscreen on her face.

Sunscreen should always be on your skin when you are outside to protect against skin damage and cancer. Your face especially needs sunscreen due to its constant sun exposure, but there is a risk of getting sunscreen in your eyes when you apply it – here’s what to do if you get sunscreen in your…

Wrinkles Schminkles: Do They Really Work?

 

Young smiling woman with undereye silicone patches.

Silicone patches for wrinkles are not new – they have been around for several years, and silicone has been used for medical treatments for decades. Wrinkles Schminkles® brand is one of the best known brands of silicone patches, but do these products really work to reduce lines and wrinkles? What Are Wrinkles Schminkles Products? The…

What Causes a Lump Behind Ear?

 

Doctor with a magnifying glass examining skin behind man's ear.

It can be alarming when you find a lump behind an ear. The good news is that most of these lumps or bumps are not serious health concerns. If you have a bump behind an ear, it is important to know the possible causes and when you should see a doctor for diagnosis or treatment.…

PET Scan vs CT Scan: What Is the Difference?

 

A doctor and a woman undergoing PET or CT scan.

Medical imaging has come a long way in the last few decades. While once x-rays with high amounts of radiation were the only imaging tools, now we have many more advanced options. Two of the most detailed are the PET scan and CT scans, which are valuable, but very different, diagnostic tools. The advancements in…

Open MRI – An Alternative to Conventional MRI

 

Open MRI and traditional MRI machines.

Magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, is one of the best options for viewing soft tissues inside the body. Unfortunately, not everyone enjoys the confinement needed to perform this type of procedure. An open MRI is an alternative to conventional MRIs that may be right for some patients. Conventional MRIs are performed using magnetic and radio…

How Long Does an MRI Take?

 

A woman during MRI scanning procedure.

Imaging is one of the best options for diagnosing medical conditions. While x-rays and CT scans can be used for some areas in the body, others may require an MRI. If your doctor has recommended this form of imaging, you may be wondering, “How long does an MRI take?” What Is an MRI? Magnetic resonance…

10 Patient Retention Strategies for Doctors

 

A doctor meeting and shaking hands with a patient at a reception desk.

Obtaining new patients is important for any physician’s practice, but retaining existing patients is also vital. Patient attrition can hurt your revenue base, which is why it is important to employ effective patient retention strategies. Marketing to attract new patients takes an investment of time and money. It is more expensive to bring in a…

Effective Patient Acquisition Marketing Strategies

 

Patient searching a doctor online.

Most medical and dental practices strive to bring in new patients to increase their revenue and growth opportunities. Whether you have a new practice or a well-established book of patients, you need to have an effective patient acquisition marketing strategy. Patient churn is to be expected. Even if you have a busy practice, it will…

What Causes White Spots on Toenails?

 

A concerned young woman looking at her toe nails through a magnifying glass.

If you noticed white spots on toenails after removing polish, you may be concerned. While it may look strange, this is a common occurrence. There are several possible causes of white spots on finger or toenails. Let’s look at what causes white spots on toenails and solutions. Nutritional Deficiency One of the possible causes of…