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- 3 Reasons Why Sciatica Doesn’t Go Away - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterI sometimes hear people complain that their sciatica won’t go away despite the fact that they have done “everything” to get rid of it. Why is this? Are some people cursed to live in pain for the rest of their lives? I personally don’t think so. There is usually a much more common problem ...
Views: 19988 - My Lower Back is Killing me! - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Butch PhelpsLow back pain is the #1 reason for doctor visits in America. Did you know that according the Journal of the AMA that most back surgeries are deemed a failure. Not a very high success rate. Most low back pain comes from the muscles in your hips, not your back. Chiropractic may not help because, ...
Views: 17990(10 votes) - How to Treat Toenail Fungus using Vicks Vaporub - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2011 from Dr Rajshree VToenail fungus cannot cause death; neither is the condition painful or causes some discomforts. In most of the cases the fungus can make the toe become ugly and even make the sufferer become self-conscious. If the fungus infection becomes severe, it causes the toe to fall off from the skin that ...
Views: 16022 - Excessive Lumbar Spinal Curvature is a Common Source of Lower Back Pain - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Stephen AkamineWhat is Lordosis? Lordosis is also known as Hyperlordosis or Swayback or Saddleback. It is an abnormal excessive front-to-back curvature of the lower back Lumbar Spine. Hyperlordosis is one of the most common causes of Lower Back Pain yet is a correctable condition if addressed ...
Views: 14631(1 vote) - Treating Lyme with Energy Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukLyme disease is caused by the transmission of bacteria and viruses by the deer tick. Tick borne diseases are found throughout the world. The bacteria infection caused by the tick bite in the case of Lyme disease is a corkscrew type organism, called a spirochete. These are very hardy and ...
Views: 11746 - Static Magnets vs. Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMF) - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukThe use of magnets and magnetic fields as they relate to healing has long been studied. Magnetic bracelets and necklaces, mattresses and shoe inserts are both widely available and widely used. Cleopatra herself was reported to have slept on a lodestone, or magnetized rock. Understanding the ...
Views: 11634 - Is Dr. Oz Right About Inversion Tables? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Janelle TrempeIn an episode of the Dr. Oz show, the use of inversion tables was touted as an effective alternative medicine treatment option. What is an inversion table? Who might benefit from using one and who should definitely avoid inversion therapy? What is an Inversion Table? Inversion tables are ...
Views: 11583 - Learning To Deal With Thrombosed Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from James WoolleyThere are basically two types of hemorrhoids - internal and external. Thrombosed hemorrhoids are external ones that have ruptured, which in severe cases can lead to a blood clot. If these hemorrhoids become strangulated, you will know it because the resulting pain can be quite severe, which is ...
Views: 11560 - Pain Management with PEMFs - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukPain management is one of the most common applications for PEMFs. Current conventional medical approaches to pain management often leave much to be desired and involve heavy medications, procedures, surgeries, and physical therapy. Rarely will conventional doctors refer patients to alternative ...
Views: 11488(1 vote) - Osteoarthritis Prevention and Recovery - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukOsteoarthritis (OA) affects about 40 million people in the USA. In this post, we discuss what causes OA, what traditional therapies are missing, and explore hugely promising new research that shows the far-reaching benefits of PEMFs for OA. OA Development Joints are complex structures ...
Views: 11200(3 votes) - Acetaminophen Safety and Toxicity - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukAcetaminophen (like Tylenol) reduces fever and relieves pain. It doesn’t reduce swelling like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) do, but it is gentler on the stomach and is less likely to cause other side-effects that NSAIDs can cause. When taken correctly and carefully, they can be ...
Views: 11100 - Modifying Inflammation with Magnetic Fields - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukPulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMFs) have been used to treat almost every conceivable human illness or malady, including many inflammatory diseases such as arthritis or psoriasis. PEMF therapy has been associated with pain reduction, and accelerated healing. PEMFs exert these effects by ...
Views: 11100(2 votes) - Environmental Pollution and Pain Medications - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukI was struck by a recent article in Integrative Medicine regarding the incredible environmental risks we are creating with the huge volume of pharmaceuticals being used to manage pain. Consider that, according to the Institute of Medicine, there are probably close to 110 million Americans with ...
Views: 10982(1 vote) - 3 Common Things That Could Be Causing Your Sciatica - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you’re reading this, then I’m guessing you probably already know what sciatica is. Heck, I’d even be willing to wager that you probably even have it yourself. If you do, I’m sorry. I know how painful sciatica can be. Not only does the pain keep you from doing simple daily activities like ...
Views: 10924(1 vote) - Don't Buy The H Miracle Until You Read This Review - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Jake BremerIf you're looking to download or buy the hemorrhoid miracle you'll want to read this review first. Holly Hayden espouses the idea that you can totally get rid of all types of hemorrhoids in a natural way. Drawing upon home remedies for hemorrhoids given to her by her late grandpa, Holly lets you ...
Views: 10689 - Drinking Only Alkaline Water Can Heal Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Gail McGonigalIt is difficult for many people to understand that there are very different types of water around. This is largely due to the chemical structure of natural water. Water that comes from your tap is natural water at a pH of normally 7.5; which many people fear may not be healthy for us, ...
Views: 9421 - The Many Benefits of Orthotic Insoles - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Steve RobertsThe use of therapeutic orthotic insoles can have a major influence on the health of your body. Did you know that at least seventy percent of people suffer from a foot condition which impairs the normal function of the body? Overpronation – or excessive pronation of the foot affects almost three ...
Views: 8508 - Having surgery? Increase your magnesium levels - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Shiloh VermaakIf you are scheduled for surgery, it is in your best interest to start increasing your magnesium stores as soon as possible. All types of surgery decrease this mineral and this leads to a variety of complications including blood clots, abnormal heart rhythms, kidney failure, impaired brain ...
Views: 8317(1 vote) - Achilles Tendonitis: Link to Knee Pain - Help for You!!! - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2016 from Julie DohertyAchilles tendonitis is a condition of irritation and inflammation of the large tendon in the back of the ankle. In most cases Achilles tendonitis is a common injury for both Professional and weekend athletes. They may well suffer from Achilles tendonitis. However it is also a common ...
Views: 8245 - What Is Ergonomic Movement? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail McGonigalThe term 'ergonomic' is a label that applies to the study of the workplace environment for efficiency, safety and productivity. People who study this area usually have a professional background in ergonomics and apply their own understanding to the employment environment through their ...
Views: 7937 - PEMFS FOR BACK PAIN - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2019 from Dr. William PawlukBack pain is so common that you’ve probably experienced it for yourself – or you will at some point in your life, since over 85% of adults do. In fact, back pain is the second most common pain ailment – only headaches occur more often. Back pain, like any pain, is a communication that ...
Views: 7768 - An Essential Understanding of the Psoas Muscles - - Upgrading the Approach to Tight Psoas Muscles - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Lawrence GoldTo begin, let's say that an essential understanding of the psoas muscles means a basic understanding of their function. Basic, in this sense, means easy to understand, and function, in this sense, means more than what they do; it means what they enable you to do. So, this piece presents a ...
Views: 7259(3 votes) - Invisalign Pain Management - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Micko StojanovicIt has been quite extensively granted presently that Invisalign is the easiest procedure to a beautiful smile. However those who decide to undergo the procedure have a question in mind whether Invisalign is actually comfy right from the commencement. Well, to be honest, it is not always. ...
Views: 6944 - Kinesio Taping the miricle cure for knee pain and other injuries. - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Suzanne NewmanI've worked on at least 10 people with knee problems ranging from people waiting for a knee replacement, dancers, soccer players and people with general knee problems. Every person that I worked on, once the tape was on an in-place when they got up off my table they were out of pain and felt ...
Views: 6549(4 votes) - The Particular Research Driving Beets And Arthritis Pain Relief - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Etta ObryantFor the heart involving rheumatoid arthritis will be inflammation, which might become very painful. Therefore, investigation into arthritis pain relief can be exceptionally significant. Joint disease happens any time inflammation assaults the actual bones associated with victims, and also it ...
Views: 6528 - The Hidden Cause of Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Stephen AkamineNeck Pain and Lower Back Pain complexities? Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain are the 2 most common forms of pain in the human anatomy, yet the cause of either can be complex at times due to so many different causes. One of those is often very difficult to diagnose, frequently overlooked, and is ...
Views: 6384(1 vote) - Testimonial: Facial Fitness Systems and Patricia Goroway - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from PATRICIA GOROWAYAS A BIOLOGICAL dentist who focuses on head and neck pain and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, nothing is more gratifying than patients who ultimately become pain-free, and who embrace healthy habits that ensure they remain pain-free. I have found that recommending exercises as ...
Views: 6185(5 votes) - The Wrong Foods can Cause Back Pain - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Tom WatsonBack pain can be triggered by a number of things, one of them being the foods you eat or don’t eat. Here is some information about the types of foods you should be eating and those which you should stay away from. Most importantly, you should drink plenty of water on a daily basis to hydrate ...
Views: 6184(3 votes) - 5 Myths of Stretching - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Butch Phelps#1 The Longer you hold the stretch, the better- Traditionally most people who stretch will hold a stretch for 20-30 seconds. Why do they do this? They were taught by a professional, or friend, who said by holding this stretch for 20-30 seconds you will thoroughly stretch the muscle. I used to ...
Views: 6078(5 votes) - Medical massage therapy and insurance coverage. - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Andrew WolfeMedical massage therapy is recognized as a health care provision under rehabilitation outpatient coverage under most major medical plans. Specific plan coverage’s vary according to the benefit package your plan and/or employer offer. Medical massage therapy definition is the ability to heal, ...
Views: 6058(5 votes) - Shoulder Surgery Recovery With Acupuncture - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Bret EllingtonDifferent types of shoulder injuries will require different types of treatments. While it may be in your best interest to try natural healing options for certain conditions, surgery may be the best suited option in other cases. It is estimated that the average time it takes to recover from ...
Views: 5890 - Your painkillers could be killing you - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2019 from Dr. William PawlukAmericans are taking massive amounts of painkillers. The federal government is very concerned about the level of abuse and wants to take steps to reduce this dependence. WHY ARE AMERICANS TAKING SO MANY PAINKILLERS? The prevalence of chronic pain in the United States has been estimated to be ...
Views: 5697 - Move a Muscle, Change a Thought - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Megan OltmanMove a Muscle, Change a Thought. I first heard that in a self-help program many years ago. It's easy to stay stuck in a certain way of thinking, to stay down and confused and immobilized when we stay in the same place, looking at the same things. Get up, move, do something different, move a ...
Views: 5620(3 votes) - Learn 5 Things To Know Before A Hemorrhoidectomy Surgery - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Jake BremerIn this write up you'll learn all you need to know about a hemorrhoidectomy surgery. A hemorrhoidectomy surgery simply means removing the swollen hemorrhoid or vein that is near your rectum. A word of warning please don't have hemorrhoidectomy surgery with out really going through your research ...
Views: 5402 - Meditation for Pain Relief: How to Meditate Your Pain Away - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Suzanne GloverMindful meditation for pain relief has been proven to decrease the mind's response to pain by 40-57% according to a discovery published in The Journal of Neuroscience. But how do you get these benefits when you're in so much pain you can't think? This article offers you easy meditation ...
Views: 5369 - The Hidden Source of Muscle Pain and Soft Tissue Pain - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Stephen AkamineWhy is it called a hidden source of Muscle Pain and Soft Tissue Pain? There is a source of Muscle Pain and Soft Tissue Pain that can be difficult to pinpoint, because the pain is felt in a location that is not the source of the problem, and if not treated properly is oftentimes difficult to ...
Views: 4935(1 vote) - Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Your Whole Body Is Attached To Your Carpal Tunnel - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Kathryn MerrowCarpal Tunnel Syndrome Is A Whole Body Issue. It doesn't happen only at your wrist. What does this mean? Well, if you have been diagnosed with CTS, or if you suspect that's what you have, I'll bet you have pain elsewhere in your body, too. If you have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, chances are ...
Views: 4511(1 vote) - Reflexology: Healing Touch for Fibromyalgia - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Linda ChollarReflexology: Healing Touch? for Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain by Linda Chollar, AAEd, CWC, NBCR Touch Is Good Medicine Rising to meet the challenge of supporting the Fibromyalgia community, specific bodywork and touch therapies are merging with the allopathic as integrative treatment ...
Views: 4417(3 votes) - Pain...Numbness? Could It Be A Pinched Nerve? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Stacy WishnerIf you have ever suffered from a pinched nerve you know how painful it can be. Chances are you experienced numbness or decreased sensation in the area supplied by the nerve or a tingling, “pins and needles” feeling. Some of my patients tell me they feel a sharp or burning pain which is ...
Views: 4321(4 votes) - Adenosine & PEMFs - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2019 from Dr. William PawlukPEMFS, THE “GUARDIAN ANGEL” ADENOSINE AND INFLAMMATION A critical consideration for selecting and applying pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy is the strength of the magnetic field needed to affect the tissue being treated. For the most effective results, the individual seeking to do ...
Views: 4290(1 vote) - Clearing Physical Pain with a 10 Step N- EFT Protocol - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDWhenever a client presents to me with a physical ailment I usually follow a certain basic protocol as I support the person to feel better. Of course this is customized for each case, however, I am happy to share this as a guide. Using my own version of meridian based tapping, N- EFT/ Neuro- ...
Views: 4223(2 votes) - Eliminate Insomnia by Managing Your Subtle Energy Environment - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Michele FitzgeraldModern technology and a variety of subtle energies in the environmental can cause insomnia, or the experience of sleeping the full night through, but feeling like you have not slept at all upon waking. An increase in morning aches and pains is another common symptom of invisible, energetic ...
Views: 4200(1 vote) - Herbal Remedies for Hallux Rigidus - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanHallux rigidus is a problem associated with the joint of great toe. In the Ayurvedic approach it is known as sandhigata vata, which is known as arthritis in allopathy. It is a condition of arthritis which results in the pain and stiffness in the joint of the big toe and leads to the difficulty ...
Views: 4133 - Elbow Pain When Weight Lifting - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Alex MillerFeeling elbow pain in your weight lifting endeavors can be very annoying and frustrating, let alone maybe downright excruciating. Usually the pain becomes chronic, that is, it seems to never go away. You may be given the advice by a health care professional to rest completely by not lifting ...
Views: 4035 - Athletes And Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from Barby IngleSports injuries are injuries that occur to athletes in major or non major sporting events. They can happen to professionals and amateurs alike in many cases, these types of injuries are due to overuse of a part of the body when participating in a certain activity. For example, runner's knee ...
Views: 4029(2 votes) - Is Your Job Causing Your Sciatica? The Truth May Shock You - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Andrew HunterA lot of us work in an office or at a desk for 8 hours a day. We sit in front of computers and do our job. But can this sort of lifestyle actually cause your sciatica? And more importantly, what can you do about it without getting a new job? If you don’t already know, sciatica is caused ...
Views: 3925(1 vote) - Understanding Pain and Suffering - How to Overcome It - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Cindy L. HerbMany of us suffer from pain, either physical or emotional. Usually, we define pain as anything that causes hurt, aching, soreness, or tenderness. Essentially, we associate it with something that is not pleasing. However, what exactly is pain? Furthermore, is there a way to successfully overcome ...
Views: 3894(2 votes) - The Herbal Treatment of Pain - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Karen VaughanPain is a huge topic. Pain can come from trauma, pressure on nerves, from the wear and tear of osteoarthritis, inflammation due to allergens or pollutants that can set off autoimmune reactions, low Vitamin D status, expanding cartilage under weak bones (osteomalacia), retained placentas, ...
Views: 3892(2 votes) - Freedom From Chronic Pain - EFT Identifies and Dissolves the Root Causes - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherChronic pain is the body's way of informing us that it is not at peace; it is diseased. It is also a guaranteed way of getting our attention. An enormously effective, safe and non-intrusive way we can respond to pain is by applying Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT). In fact, one of the ...
Views: 3851(6 votes) - Do Inversion Therapy Tables Relieve Back Pain? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from OneTouch MassageIf you suffer from chronic back pain, you're not alone. Millions of adults in the U.S. suffer from it every day. The search for a natural form of relief has led many of these sufferers to turn to gravity inversion therapy for help. This popular treatment involves the reversal of gravitational ...
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