If you're a ballet dancer, you probably think sports hernias are the purview of football and hockey players, right? Wrong. Ballet dancers, male and female, are both artists and athletes and are also at risk for this misunderstood and often misdiagnosed injury. Read on to learn more about sports hernias, including their treatment and prevention. What Is a Sports Hernia? Sports hernias usually start out as a pain in the lower abdominal area near the pubic region.
9 March 2015
Cataracts are generally a problem of age. However, older people aren't the only people who can have cataracts. Children, even babies, can end up with cataracts. This article will tell you more about why a child might develop cataracts and how you can recognize the problem. What Are Cataracts? The eye are made up of several parts. They include the iris, the pupil, the retina, and the lens. The lens is located behind several other parts of the eye.
26 February 2015
It seems like everyone is always out for the easy route to a desired goal. Gastric bypass as a solution for extreme obesity may seem like a cop out and a way to avoid the hard work of weight loss, but for most obese people, it may be the only way. Learn about the barriers that obese people face when trying to reach an acceptable weight and why they should not feel guilty about taking the "
17 February 2015
Picking out a new hearing aid can be a very difficult experience, mostly because there are quite a few different hearing aid options on the market. Two types of hearing aids that you should consider are completely in the canal and behind-the-ear aids. Completely In The Canal Completely in the canal hearing aids are going to be the smallest hearing aids that you can buy. In fact, this type of hearing aid is so small that it will often require the use of a small cord that is attached to the device itself to remove.
10 February 2015
If you are wondering if marriage counseling is a workable solution for your relationship, here are some indicators that counseling just might work. If there are real problems in your relationship, but both parties are present and will to go to counseling, a couple might gain from the experience. Here are four indicators that marriage counseling can be worthwhile and actually work: 1. If Both Partners are Willing to do the Work
5 February 2015
Making the decision to move into an assisted living facility is a hard one. Why make it more complicated by stumbling around in the dark? Below is a list of five factors to keep in mind while you tour potential facilities for your loved ones. 1. Assess for Current and Future Needs Most facilities may have elevators, but do they also have easy access for mobility scooters and wheelchairs throughout the facility?
3 February 2015
If you're having a baby, you will want to do everything possible to ensure your child is healthy. As the expecting mother, there are certain things you can do may increase the possibility of giving birth to a healthy baby. Knowing specific tips that will help you do this can be of great assistance if you are pregnant. Tip #1: Take a Pre-natal vitamin Being with child will require you to increase the amount of nutrients that you need each day.
29 January 2015
As a woman, you become acutely aware over time that your body operates in a manner far different than that of your male counterparts. This is particularly true when you consider your gastrointestinal health and your related symptoms. Women experience issues such as acid reflux, colon problems, and stomach ulcers in ways that are far different than those of men. Additionally, many women tend to ignore their "stomach" problems without realizing they could be ignoring the telltale signs of serious health problems that if left untreated could become severe in a short period of time.
27 January 2015
Let's face it: Your dream of getting older doesn't involve living in a nursing home. No, you want to remain independent for as long as possible, even if you suffer from ailments like diabetes and arthritis. Independent senior apartments, such as The Courtyards at River Park, are often part of a larger community that offers increased care and assisted living if you ever need it and are increasingly a good choice for relatively healthy seniors.
22 January 2015
While severe food allergic reactions are fairly easy to detect due to the severity of symptoms, which include serious swelling and difficulty breathing, milder food allergies can be harder to recognize and diagnose. In many cases, people can have milder food allergies and not even know it. In some cases, the symptoms of mild food allergies can include stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, itching skin or just a general sense of not feeling well.
21 January 2015
