Do you suffer from painful and uncomfortable hemorrhoids? Do you have regular bleeding during bowel movements? Hemorrhoids are an extremely irritating condition that many people experience. For mild hemorrhoids, a combination of better diet and exercise along with over-the-counter topical creams can relieve most of the irritation. However, in some cases, those common treatments aren’t effective. You may find that even with more fiber in your diet and the use of topical cream, your irritation and bleeding persists.…
As the parent of a young child with spastic cerebral palsy, also known as CP, choosing the right type of long-term mobility aid for them is an enormous and expensive decision. Since many medical assistance and health insurance companies limit how often they will subsidize the cost of wheelchairs, motorized tricycles and other adaptive transportation devices, choosing the most appropriate unit is crucial. Fortunately, your child’s ability to ambulate and be as independent as possible will be a little easier when you know the right questions to ask when choosing their mobility aid.…
A misaligned or crooked spine can cause a myriad of health problems, including pain and fatigue. It can also place undue stress on other parts of your body as you unconsciously try to compensate for the misalignment with poor posture and by over-extending your body. While a chiropractor can help alleviate your pain, you don’t have to experience pain at all. If you learn to recognize the first signs of spinal misalignment, you may be able to seek treatment before you start feeling the effects.…
