If you have an unstable or crooked spine, your doctor may have recommended spinal surgery. It can help correct these issues and you can live a normal life again. However, in order for the surgery to be successful, you must take the recovery process seriously. Here are a few tips to recover from spinal surgery. Avoid Certain Movements After spinal surgery, it is very important to steer clear of activities that require you to twist, bend, or lift more than a few pounds.
16 September 2021
Most people suffer an electrical shock at some point in their lives. Thankfully, though, most of these electrical shocks are mild. You're stunned, but you're able to go on with your day. Sometimes, though, an electrical shock can be more severe and require medical care. Here are some signs that you, or someone you are with, should seek emergency care after an electrical shock. Burns Burns that come from electrical shock can be sneaky.
13 May 2021
When you retire or become disabled, you will be issued a Medicare policy. This policy can grant you access to medical and prescription services that you need as a retiree or someone who has a qualifying disability. However, it will not pay for all of those services and could leave you with significant bills of your own to pay. You can make your Medicare work the most for you by purchasing an additional insurance policy to act as secondary to it.
22 February 2021
When you're looking for a way to move your body with a group of other likeminded individuals, an aerobics class at a gym or a yoga class at a local studio may immediately come to mind. While both of these pursuits can be enjoyable and beneficial, you might be looking for something a little different. One option to explore is qi gong, which is an ancient Chinese practice that many people continue to enjoy today.
17 December 2020
Psoriasis is a skin condition in which you have scaly, itchy patches on the skin. These patches can become inflamed when you scratch them and may ease from time to time, but they can reappear later. Psoriasis can be treated, but there is no cure for it. Psoriasis is an issue with the immunity system. It can be triggered by things such as stress, infection, and even the common cold. Read on for further information about psoriasis and what can be done to treat it.
6 October 2020
Whether you're currently seeking help for your bulimia or not, the act of eating and then purging, you should know that the action of throwing up regularly can potentially increase your risk of developing cancer. Giving up bulimia for the sake of your future is critical to reducing your risk. Here's what you should know about this risk and what you can do to get help. 1. How Bulimia Increases Risk of Cancer
16 June 2020
Doulas provide emotional, educational, physical, and mental support to mothers during the birthing process. Not to be confused with midwives, doulas do not participate in the medical aspects of birth. Instead, they empower pregnant mothers to have positive birth experiences. There are also postpartum doulas that provide support to new parents with birth recovery; however, the best-known type of doulas may also be thought of as birth companions and advocates for new mothers.
11 February 2020
