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Treatment for Painful Knee Inflammation

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Treatment for Painful Knee Inflammation

When I was a teenager, I became addicted to aerobics. At this time, I typically completed a high impact aerobics workout four to five times per week. Exercising helped me stay slim. Unfortunately, my aerobics sessions quickly affected my knees. One of my knees started swelling uncontrollably. The swelling was caused from a tear in my meniscus. After surgery, I underwent extensive physical therapy to strengthen my injured knee. Sadly, the swelling continued to persist. Due to my painful condition, I started researching ways to treat inflammation. On this blog, I hope you will discover easy, effective ways to ease knee inflammation.

Understanding the Pros and Cons of Different CPAP Masks

23 May 2017
 Categories: Health & Medical , Articles

If you have a sleep apnea condition, then your physician may suggest a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. The machine works by increasing throat pressure so the throat cannot collapse onto itself. This means that your airway can remain open and you can breathe much more easily at night. While the machines can help you get a good night's sleep, some people find the attached masks somewhat uncomfortable. If you want to make sure you are as comfortable as possible so you can get the sleep you need, then keep reading to learn about possible mask options and their specific pros and cons. Read More 

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo: Causes, Symptoms, And Why You Should Visit Your Chiropractor

17 January 2017
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According to Neuro Kinetics, approximately 70 percent of all people will experience vertigo at one point in their lives. If you've experienced the symptoms often associated with vertigo, and your doctor cannot seem to help you find relief, you may have a specific type of this disorder that requires specialized care: benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV. If you are struggling with the symptoms associated with vertigo and suspect you may have BPPV, here is some valuable information about this common disorder and why going to the chiropractor can help you find the relief you've been looking for: Read More 

Living With Diabetes: What Should You Know About Cardiovascular Disease?

8 December 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Articles

If your primary doctor diagnoses you with type 2 diabetes, you may have many concerns about your condition and how to manage it. But what you may not consider is how your diabetes can affect your heart, blood vessels and nerves. Adult onset diabetes, or type 2, can potentially cause cardiovascular problems in some individuals. If you don't keep your blood sugar within the recommended numbers or levels before and after meals, it may damage the arteries of your heart. Read More 

Could It Be The Flu? 5 Signs You Have More Than A Cold

15 November 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Articles

Like the name suggests, the common cold is very common. Most people have dealt with the fatigue, runny nose, headache, sneezing, and coughing associated with having a cold. However, many people are surprised to learn their cold is something more severe. Millions of people in the United States develop the flu each year. In addition, tens of thousands of people die from the flu each year. Due to these staggering statistics, understanding the symptoms of the flu is essential. Read More 

3 Tips for Managing Dog-Allergy Symptoms While in the Midst of Getting Allergy Shots

24 October 2016
 Categories: Health & Medical , Articles

Although having a dog companion around may lift your spirits and prevent you from feeling isolated and lonely, approximately 15% of Americans are allergic to dogs and cats and need to stay away. Just because you want a dog doesn't necessarily mean that your body will accept your new companion. This doesn't mean that all hope is lost. If you suspect or know that you are allergic to your new dog or puppy, building permanent immunity through allergy shots may be an option to consider. Read More