Acupuncture has spread around the world since originating in China but conventional western medicine has remained steadfastly skeptical. Although there is now good evidence that acupuncture can relieve pain, many of the other health benefits acupuncturists claim are on shakier ground.
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Shedding Light on Chronic Pain
Chronic pain affects millions of people around the world. While there are medications available there is also concern about adverse side effects and the long term use of drugs. Chronic pain can be caused by a vast array of conditions and causes. In some cases the cause of chronic pain is known but cannot be [...]
Psychosocial Yellow Flags – Disability and Work Loss
by Jonathan Blood Smyth The incidence of serious underlying illnesses or conditions occurring with musculoskeletal conditions such as neck pain or low back pain is low. However, it is vital to screen out these patients so they get appropriate medical diagnosis and treatment. Red Flag questions have been developed to identify these patients and ensure [...]
Looking for the Natural Anti Inflammatory Way
by Paul J. Easton Many affected individuals who suffer from chronic inflammation are recommended with such medical treatments as Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), even so, they may not be aware of safer medical treatments for this medical condition, such as the extract from green mussels. The bad new is that NSAIDs are proven to have [...]
Lupus Diet and Nutritional Healing
by S. L. Becker Healing lupus is possible, and many have done so through diet alone. If you’re dealing with lupus, fibromyalgia, and other symptoms commonly related, especially arthritis, you have the ability to naturally reduce inflammation with nutritional healing. The benefit: There are no side effects, no meds to buy, your grocery shopping bill [...]
Why Buy an Ergonomic Chair?
by Alisa Ferr Ergonomic office chairs are practically a workplace requirement these days. It’s not uncommon for office workers to remain sitting for hours at a time without a break. To minimize discomfort to the back, neck and shoulders during this time, an ergonomic chair can be very useful. They’re generally more costly than a [...]
Muscle Strength Assessment by Physiotherapy
by Jonathan Blood Smyth All of our activities of daily living depend on having sufficient muscle power to carry them out, from actions demanding high levels of power such as getting up from the ground to fine actions such as writing and typing. Loss of sensibility can be more disabling than loss of muscle power [...]
Avoid These Foods If You Have Gout
by Terry Horner A major factor in having a gout attack is ingesting large amounts of foods that have a high purine content. Your body metabolizes purines into uric acid. When this acid gets out of control it settles in your joints and causes painful gout. Not eating foods with high purine levels can help [...]
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