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As a society (especially when children) we’re taught that medical doctors know everything, which is a big burden to carry doctors and leaves many patients afraid to ask questions. Often times patients will come in with a prescription from their doctor for “TED hose” but after a couple of questions it is obvious they are needing compression stockings, not the prescribed TED hose. Does your doctor know the difference between compression stockings and anti-embolism stockings (also called “T.E.D. hose”)… more importantly, do you?
Back pain is the second most common neurological disorder in the United States (National Institutes of Health), and it seems everyone has back pain at some point in their lives. For people with chronic back pain everyday activities can become horribly painful or even impossible, and while there are a variety of prescription medications for back pain relief the side effects can include liver damage, heart attack, or even stroke. Luckily there are a variety of back pain treatment options that don’t include prescriptions and provide natural relief for back pain.
When it comes to chronic back pain, the leading culprit is improper posture. Whether you slouch, stoop, slump or shrug, most back pain is due to the unflattering and unhealthy way we carry ourselves throughout the day. Poor posture leads to arthritis and back pain, and can ultimately lead to more severe impairments. Admittedly, correcting your own posture is difficult to accomplish by yourself and old habits die hard. So in order to help you stay on the right track to relieving back pain and improving posture there are some interesting and innovative products on the market designed to help.
Picking the perfect pillow can be a daunting task. With millions of different options on the market it is easy to become overwhelmed and unsure which device will best work for you. From compact, portable travel pillows to orthopedically designed neck supporting pillows, there are pillows for just about any need or desire. To help you decide which pillow will best suit you, here are some of the most popular types of pillows available, all designed to help you get restful sleep whenever and wherever you need it.
The knee is the biggest joint in the body. It is a system made up of cartilage, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. If you are involved any activity or sport which demand a lot from the lower extremities, you know a healthy knee is a big player in terms of articulation, agility, and stability.
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