The spine is a complicated system of the body which can impact many aspects of your health. The nerves that travel to your organs and limbs must have free space along the spine; the spine also helps you bend, twist and move your body. Unfortunately, the spine is also one of the first places to…
When you have arrhythmia, your heartbeat is irregular. It can mean your heart is beating quicker than it should, too slow, or in an abnormal pattern. While some types of arrhythmia do not cause health issues, it is always important to have any heart irregularity monitored by a cardiologist. In some cases, arrhythmia can lead…
Facial hair has become a hot trend in men’s personal style. A well-groomed beard, mustache or goatee is a popular asset to have, creating a masculine and attractive appearance. However, not everyone can grow a full beard or mustache; patchy or thin facial hair is common due to genetics or interruptions in the follicles. Hair…
When the skin begins to lose collagen as you get older, the skin does not repair itself as it did when you were younger. The skin loses its elasticity, creating lines, wrinkles and sagging skin. Restoring collagen levels in the skin can help tighten the skin, restore a more youthful texture and minimize wrinkles. Collagen…
Hand and wrist injuries can cause debilitating issues if the proper rehabilitation is not followed. The intricate nerves, muscles, joints and bones in these crucial appendages must be allowed to heal, while maintaining flexibility and strength. Physical therapy can promote healing after injury or surgery, specialized for the hand and wrist area. Here are some…
Discussing sex and contraceptives with your teenage daughter is important, but can be a difficult subject to approach. As much as it may make you, and your teen, uncomfortable, keeping the lines of communication open on this subject can have a major impact on their life. An estimated 750,000 teens are impacted by pregnancy every…
Facets are the small joints that are located between each vertebra, assisting in helping the spine and body move and twist. When these joints are injured or worn, they can cause pain and stiffness to varying degrees, depending on the damage. This is referred to as facet syndrome, which can occur in the cervical, thoracic…
Almost everyone has experienced some sort of rash. Whether you got exposed to poison ivy or breakout in a rash from certain detergents, most rashes are not serious and can be easily treated at home. But, there are times when a rash can be a symptom of a more urgent issue that needs medical care.…
Incontinence is not something any woman wants to experience, but it is very common for those in their fifties and beyond. From frequent, urgent visits to the restroom to urinary leakage problems, urinary incontinence can have a negative impact on your life. While there are discreet undergarments you can wear to catch leakages, most women…
Plasma-rich platelets or PRP are used in many medical applications to improve healing and growth. Not only can this element help in injuries and treatments for trauma, it is also used in cosmetic procedures to improve hair and skin growth. For those struggling with hair loss or thinning hair, PRP injections can offer a non-surgical…
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