Massage is a great way to relax, ease tension, and promote a healthy immune system. Massage is no longer just a way to give your body a treat. It has become mainline and fully acceptable in the modern world. Massage has been used for centuries as is noted in early writings and paintings found on old walls. It was often the only method used in treating certain illnesses. As technology advanced, massages begin to take a backseat to modern medicine and prescribed drugs. Studies showed side effects of the drugs were often worse than the original symptoms. Gradually, the medical world has moved back to the seeing the benefits of therapeutic massage. (more…)

Many people search for alternative treatments for back pain. They tire of the exercise requirements and don’t want to take anti-inflammatories or over the counter pain relievers any more. One treatment option is visiting a chiropractor. They are health care providers who use a different method to try to relive the pain. When you would go to them is one of the key decisions. Since we know that most back pain will disappear in matter of a few weeks with little or no treatment and that using pain relievers and doing some light exercise could speed hat up. When would a person fit in the alternative of going to see a chiropractor? (more…)

There are many myths that surround the skin condition eczema. Unfortunately, the ignorance among the general population is tremendous. Better knowledge about this common skin condition goes a long way in increasing empathy and support for those who suffer from it.

Three of the most common myths are:

(1) Eczema is caused by emotional factors.
(2) Eczema is contagious and can easily be passed from person to person.
(3) Eczema can be easily cured with the use of topical corticosteroids. (more…)

Asking questions is an important part of learning everything you can about the skin condition eczema, whether you are a patient of it or have a family member or friend who is. There are certain FAQ’s (frequently asked questions) that are common to most eczema sufferers. Let’s take a look at what some of those are.

What exactly is eczema?
Eczema (sometimes referred to as dermatitis) is a skin condition that can affect both males and females and sufferers can range from the very young to the elderly. Approximately one fifth of all children suffer from eczema as well as one in every twelve adults. Eczema can be mild, moderate or severe. In the mildest case the skin is red, warm, dry and itchy. In moderate to severe cases it can be very inflamed, incredibly itchy, cracked, crusty, scaly, raw, bleeding and weeping fluid (known as wet eczema). (more…)

Substance use disorders are the major public health issues facing the United States today. It is estimated that more than 15 million Americans suffer from alcoholism. Several factors mitigate the onset of excessive alcohol use in people. These include genetics, general risk factors, gender, family links and people with emotional and behavioral disorders. (more…)

Many people picture acupuncture as someone sticking hundreds of needles into a person to treat unknown ailments and the picture goes no further. It really isn’t like that. Acupuncture is a part of the teachings of Chinese traditional medicine, also called TCM, and is a popular treatment in the realm of alternative medicine. But it is by no means as simple as someone sticking a bunch of needles into the patient nor is it only about inserting needles. There are several treatments that are part of what acupuncture is all about. (more…)

It is devastating to a parent when their child is diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. They may feel guilt because this disease is an inherited medical condition. A parent may not know they are a CF gene carrier. If both parents are carriers there is a 25 percent chance one of their children will be born with cystic fibrosis. There is a 50 percent chance one or more of their children will be carriers, and a 25 percent chance the child will not be diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. (more…)

It is estimated that there will be 80 million elderly (age 65 or older) living in the United States by the time the year 2030 rolls around. Diseases that are common in those aged 65 and older are those diseases that are associated with the deterioration of body systems. Diseases that can occur in those in the 65 and older group are: (more…)

Reflexology, or zone therapy, is a complementary therapy, intended for use alongside conventional medical care and not as a replacement. It is the practice of stimulating nerves on the feet, hands and ears, in order to encourage a beneficial effect on some other parts of the body, or to try to improve general health. Reflexology is most commonly performed on the feet, moving on to the hands and/or ears where physical restraints (contraindications), such as veruccas or fractures, apply. (more…)

While as many as 40 percent of all American adults snore, not too many people know exactly what causes snoring and what serious affects it can have on the health of you and those who live with you.

In this article, we will discuss what snoring is, what can cause it, and what can help to remedy the problem. (more…)