Being involved in contact sports such as football, boxing, wrestling, martial arts and the like, requires extra care from the players. Prevention is still the best way to keep us healthy. Still, many things can happen with contact sports and one of the most common is having a concussion. When the head is forcefully hit …
Tui Na, or tuina, is a therapeutic form of massage and has been used in China for more than 5,000 years. Defined as “the ancient healing art of fingers and strength,” tui na (pronounced “twee nah”) has been gaining international attention for its safe and effective treatment for a wide variety of conditions. Tui na …
Many professional, college and high school athletic teams and athletes are using acupuncture treatment for sports injuries. Sports injuries are injuries that typically occur while participating in organized sports, competitions, training sessions, or organized fitness activities. These injuries may occur for a variety of reasons, including improper training, lack of appropriate footwear or safety equipment. …
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Yeast infections are caused by an overgrowth of an organism called Candida. These organisms are sometimes present in the vagina in smaller numbers without any symptoms, but occasionally a change in their environment gives them a chance to multiply and grow out of control. Yeast infections can occur due to increased sexual activity, infections, colds, …
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Circulatory massage is the most common healing method used for enhancing the proper flow of blood through the entire body and providing relaxation to the various muscles. This massage relaxes the tensed muscles in the body and relieves the stress from the body thus improving the overall health of the person. It involves applying pressure …
The sciatic nerve is a nerve bundle composed of several nerve roots that originate in the lower back and sacral area. This nerve goes down to the lower leg and foot and down the back of the thigh between muscles like the piriformis, which run down from the sacral area to the legs. A tightening …
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a wrist pain that has gained a prominence in the lexicon of computer users. The pain is caused by the compression of the nerve at the wrist and is associated with motor deficit of the thenar muscles. Computer users who use a mouse quite often suffer from this syndrome because of …
Commonly called hay fever or allergic rhinitis, a seasonal allergy is an allergic reaction to a trigger that is typically only present for part of the year, such as spring or fall. Pollens that are spread by the wind are usually the main cause of seasonal allergies. People who are allergic to pollen are also …
Cerebral palsy (CP) refers to a group of permanent disorders of motor conditions resulting in disability related to body movement. CP is not contagious, but is incurable, and usually occurs due to injury to the part of the brain controlling muscle tone and activity. A person with CP may experience disturbance in sensation, perception, communication …
Fibromyalgia is a condition that an estimated 5.8 million people in the U.S. suffer from, with symptoms that involve muscle aches, pain, weakness and joint stiffness. It also involves unexplained fatigue, making it difficult for patients to move or perform normal daily activities. Although fibromyalgia symptoms may be alleviated through the use of medications, many …