Archives for May, 2008
OSTEOARTHRITIS PATIENTS TREATED WITH ACUPUNCTURE SHOW IMPROVEMENT
Wednesday, May 28th, 2008
Acupuncture for osteoarthritis is most effective for individuals with symptomatic osteoarthritis who have moderate pain despite conventional medical therapy. Acupuncture for osteoarthritis may be a primary therapy or may be integrated into allopathic health care. Acupuncture for osteoarthritis treatment often incorporates selected acupoints at the site of pain and distal acupoints located at sites away […]
The Subconscious Mind
Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
It is said:
Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High, who abides in the shadow of the Almighty, will say to the Subconscious Mind, you are my refuge and my fortress, my drawing board, my GOD, in whom I believe and trust.
For IT (Subconscious Mind) will deliver me from all forms of calamity and […]
ACUPUNCTURE FOR CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME
Monday, May 19th, 2008
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a painful progressive condition caused by compression of a key nerve in the wrist. It occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist. CTS is a form of repetitive stress injury which occurs most commonly in workers whose […]
LOWER BACK PAIN MAY RESPOND BETTER TO ACUPUNCTURE THERAPY THAN CONVENTIONAL THERAPY
Friday, May 16th, 2008
If you suffer from lower back pain, six months of acupuncture treatment may result in more effective pain management than results obtained from conventional therapy, according to a recent report in Archives of Internal Medicine (JAMA/Archives).
“Low back pain is a common, impairing and disabling condition, often long-term. It is the second most common pain for […]
ACUPUNCTURE FOR DENTAL PAIN
Tuesday, May 13th, 2008
More people seek out an acupuncture physician for back pain than tooth and jaw pain, but evidence indicates that acupuncture is a treatment of choice for pain associated with tooth extraction and for the anxiety most people experience prior to sitting in the dentist’s chair. Many health experts estimate that nearly half of all adults […]
VITAMINS AND MINERALS FOR HEALTH
Monday, May 12th, 2008
Vitamins and minerals are substances that your body needs to grow and develop. Your body uses vitamins for a variety of biological processes, including digestion, nerve function and growth. Nutrient needs should be met primarily through a balanced diet with supplementation suggested for certain sensitive populations. The best way to get enough vitamins and minerals […]
EXERCISE AND MEDITATION
Friday, May 9th, 2008
Only a moderate amount of exercise is required to counteract the detrimental effects of inactivity in individuals. While the harmful health effects of choosing a sedentary lifestyle can be high, beginning a moderate exercise plan can be beneficial at any time. A moderate exercise program can also result in many cardiovascular health benefits.
Individuals who participate […]
EIGHT SYMPTOMS OF STRESS: MOOD SWINGS
Wednesday, May 7th, 2008
Mood swings are a common occurrence for many people but may interfere with daily activities when they become frequent and excessive. Mood swings may have several causes, such as chemical imbalances, use of some medications, diet, and hormonal changes. Various types of physical illness can also cause mood highs and lows. Strategies that can be […]