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If you have surgery, or if you develop a painful injury, you will have a few different pain relief options. There are over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen, herbal options like CBD, and opiates. Many doctors prescribe opiate pain relievers, like hydrocodone and codeine, for patients in pain. But should you take these opiate pain relievers? That depends. Take a look at these pros and cons when making your decision.
Pro: Opiates are quite effective in almost all patients. Read More»
Hearing aids are fairly tough and secure tools that rarely need a lot of upkeep or upgrades to keep them strong. However, there may be a time when it is necessary to manage ear wax problems. This issue is common with hearing aids and may become a real concern if not properly managed. Thankfully, a high-quality maintenance and cleaning should help out a lot here.
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You’ve probably heard of reiki, which is a form of energy healing that’s becoming more popular in the United States. However, what you have heard or believe about reiki may not be accurate. There are a lot of misconceptions floating around about the practice, and to decide whether or not it’s right for your needs, you need to know the truth.
Misconception #1: Reiki is a religious practice.
Reiki is often mistaken for a religious practice. Read More»
Exploring in the woods can be a lot of fun when it is done right but can also become an issue for some people. For example, some may end up developing poison ivy rashes that can be quite painful and hard to tolerate. In a situation when these rashes become too widespread on the body, it may be necessary to go to an urgent care center to get help for this issue right away. Read More»
Back pain is debilitating and very painful, limiting your physical movement in inconvenient and painful ways. It’s also a very common problem that tends to affect millions of Americans. In fact, 8 out of 10 Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives, whether that’s acute pain that lasts only a short while, or chronic pain that lasts longer than three months. Lower back pain is a frequent area of concern. Read More»
If you have varicose veins in your legs, you may look at them and assume they’re just a cosmetic issue. This could be true for a while. Varicose veins don’t usually cause any major problems in the early stages, but they usually worsen and become more than a cosmetic issue over time. When that happens to you, it will be important to seek treatment. Here’s a look at the signs your varicose veins are ready for treatment, and also a look at some of the treatment options worth exploring. Read More»
The great thing about personal fitness programs is that they can be personalized. You can alter the program to suit your unique needs. However, there are still some specific elements that a personalized fitness program needs to have in order to be effective.
A Goal
Before you even start building a personalized fitness program, you need to know what the goal of that program is. For instance, you would build a very different program if your goal is to lose 15 pounds as opposed to if your goal is to add 10 pounds of muscle. Read More»
When you first come down with tinnitus, you may think you’re stuck dealing with the ringing in your ears for the rest of your life. There’s a bit of folklore that insists once your ears start ringing, they don’t stop. This may have been true years ago when doctors and researchers did not know a lot about the condition, but it’s not true now. There are plenty of ways to manage and treat your tinnitus, and here are a few of them. Read More»
Varicose veins are twisted, swollen veins—often purple or blue in color—that are often on the legs and feet. For some people, these veins are just a mild cosmetic concern, but if your veins cause soreness or pain, you may want to consider removing them with sclerotherapy. Read on to address some questions you may have about this surgery.
What’s the Procedure Like?
The procedure is minimally invasive. Your doctor will inject a chemical irritant into the varicose vein which will cut off the flow of blood and cause it to shrink. Read More»
If you have an addiction to heroin, oxycontin, or another type of opiate, then you can seek help for your addiction through an opiod addiction treatment center. These centers vary quite significantly in what they offer, so you do need to look at your options quite closely. Keep reading to learn about a few of the more important offerings you need from the center.
Dedicated Detoxification Process
Opiate addicts go through an extensive and uncomfortable detoxification process. Read More»
