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When Behind the Wheel this Holiday Weekend, Decide to Drive, September 2nd, 2011
Orthopaedic surgeons issue driving safety advice for Labor Day weekend travel. Orthopaedic surgeons are the medical doctors who put bones and limbs back together after traumatic injuries, including road crashes and every day, members of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) see the traumatic injuries caused by distracted drivers... Read More »
Achieving Realistic Physical Activity Goals Benefits RA Patients, August 29th, 2011
Success Linked to Reduced Arthritis Pain and Increased Quality of Life. Researchers from The Netherlands report that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have higher levels of self-efficacy for physical activity are more likely to achieve their physical activity goals... Read More »
Vitamin D Insufficiency Prevalent Among Psoriatic Arthritis Sufferers, August 24th, 2011
Disease Activity Not Affected by Vitamin D Levels. New research reports a high prevalence of vitamin D insufficiency and deficiency among patients with psoriatic arthritis. Seasonal variation in vitamin D levels was not observed in patients in southern or northern locations.... Read More »
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A-Z Of Therapies
It's often said that 'different things work for different people' and it's our good fortune that we are now living in a time when the wisdom of many different cultures and philosophies is available to us. We suggest you check out the following therapies from the conventional or traditional approach, and in contrast, the natural or complementary approach.
Descriptions below are compiled by Editor Felicity Wood (non medical practitioner “ but chronic pain sufferer) from Government Health Authorities, representative Alternative Medicine Associations and Natural Therapy Teaching Centers.
Latest Useful Tips
Exercise Tips for Seniors
People are living longer than ever before. Advances in medicine, nutritional awareness, and improved exercise habits have contributed to the rapid growth of the 65+ age group. By the year 2030, there will be more people over age 65 than under age 18!... Read More »
Let's Improve Our Posture!
Following are some tips of how to achieve good posture and alleviate back pain in the workplace and other situations. Be sure the back is aligned against the back of the office chair. Avoid slouching or leaning forward, especially when tired from sitting in the office chair for long periods. For long term sitting, such as in an office chair, be sure the chair is ergonomically designed to properly support the back and that it is a custom fit... Read More »
Pain-free travel tips
For many people with back pain or neck pain, the prospect of a long trip can be daunting. The seats in cars, airplanes, buses, and trains aren't always the most comfortable and sitting still for an extended time can in and of itself aggravate painful areas in the back and neck. The following tips are offered to help reduce or avoid overall back pain and discomfort while traveling... Read More »
Useful Tips
In response to visitors frequently asked questions about ergonomics, keeping on track, preventative measures and back pain remedies, we have an ever growing resource of USEFUL TIPS to help you live
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When Behind the Wheel this Holiday Weekend, Decide to Drive, September 2nd, 2011
