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Physical Therapy Meets Fun: Video Gaming As Treatment For Stroke Patients

7 August 2015

While physical therapy is necessary when recovering from a stroke, it doesn't have to be limited to a tedious list of exercises and stretches. More and more, therapists are incorporating video games into treatment plans to get patients moving again and help them rebuild strength.  Wii Sports Games Nintendo's Wii console uses motion controls to play many of its games. "Wii Sports" games are particularly helpful for stroke patients who have lost strength and range of motion in their arms.

Three Natural Ways To Combat Symptoms Of Menopause

28 July 2015

For many women, menopause symptoms can be excruciating. Some of the symptoms can get so bad they interrupt daily activities and keep women from sleeping well. Whether it's hot flashes, night sweats, moodiness, or vaginal dryness, women want to find ways to combat their symptoms. For those women looking for natural ways to combat their symptoms of menopause, here are three of them.   Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has gotten a bad rap due to its link to the increase of breast cancer and heart disease in women who used it for an extended period of time.

4 Benefits To Investing In Acupuncture Treatment

30 June 2015

If you're open to the idea of alternative medicine practices and have some medical problems, you may want to consider investing in acupuncture services. Many individuals find that they're able to experience a number of benefits once they start seeing an acupuncturist on a regular basis. It's important to follow any set treatment plan that is suggested to you in order to get the best results. Take a look at the following information to better understand some of the biggest benefits that acupuncture offers.

Two Reasons Why You Should Consider Intravenous Vitamin Therapy

19 June 2015

Although you may believe that intravenous (IV) therapy is only used in instances where an individual can no longer feed themselves or for patients who are dehydrated, you may want to think again. IV vitamin therapy is a procedure that involves the injection of vitamins into your bloodstream. Many celebrities have already jumped on the bandwagon, and fully vouch for the results.  Use the following information to learn more about IV vitamin therapy so you can decide if you should begin a regimen right away.

The Secret behind Your Friend's Age-Defying Skin

12 June 2015

Chances are that you know someone who seems to defy the laws of nature. Someone who, despite the best efforts of time, never seems to develop smile-induced or frown-inspired wrinkles. If you have been wondering about what gives them an edge over the rest of humanity, so have a group of researchers. Now, they are confident that they have found an answer to your question. The study The journey to unearth the secrets of aging-resistant skin started in 2012.

Mind Over Matter: 5 Great Neurological Services

29 May 2015

The brain is a mysterious and complex part of the human body that scientists still don't fully understand. The good news is that they're getting better at understanding it with every passing year. Hospitals now offer a wide variety of services to diagnose, prevent and treat neurological damage and disorders. If you've been contemplating visiting the hospital for treatment, or simply want to educate yourself about the medical services available to you, take a look below at five of the most useful options below.

Ankle Sprains: 5 Strengthening Exercises to Keep Football Players on the Field

14 May 2015

Whether it is high school, college, or professional football, there is potential for serious injuries to occur that can sideline you. Because of the quick and sudden movements involved in football, players are vulnerable to twisting or spraining their ankles. However, stronger ankles are at less risk of being injured. With that being said, athletes should take the time to perform these five ankle-strengthening exercises a few times a week to reduce the risk of an ankle sprain:

When Hemorrhoids Flare Up: Getting Relief At Home

25 April 2015

Hemorrhoids are a very common condition that affect as many as 50% of people over the age of 50, as well as countless others. Unfortunately, this condition can often result in a great deal of pain and discomfort as the veins around the anus swell during a flare up. Thankfully, there are steps that you can take to obtain relief for these symptoms without running to the doctor every time your hemorrhoids flare up.