Many neck, back and spine conditions can be treated through surgery, but conventional open surgery can require extensive recovery time and risks. Advancements in medical techniques and technology have improved the options for spine surgeries, including endoscopic procedures with many benefits over traditional open-spine surgery. Using only a tiny incision and specialized imaging and instruments,…
Water is one of the key elements in life, sustaining the planet and everything that lives upon it. It is also a source for healing when used in certain types of therapies. Ingesting water is essential, but it can also be beneficial externally in the form of liquid, ice and steam. Hydrotherapy uses the different…
Rosacea is a common skin infliction that usually target the face, causing red patches that occur during flare-ups of the condition. Anyone can be susceptible to rosacea, but it is more common in people with fair complexions and women are more prone to the condition than men. Middle-aged women have the highest amount of cases,…
Do you have a yellow spot on a toenail that is beginning to get darker? It could be a fungal infection that is under the toenail, damaging the nail bed. If left untreated, the infection can worsen, causing discomfort, odor and possible loss of your toenail. The best option to cure the infection is to…
Where do you shave or wax to remove hair? Both men and women have areas that they may maintain to keep hair-free, whether it is legs, underarms, the back or chest. Hair grows quickly and in different cycles, so even waxing can only keep the area hair-free for a few weeks. The permanent option to…
There are many options when in comes to birth control, each with their own advantages. Intrauterine devices or IUDs are one of the oldest modern methods of contraception, yet they are still an excellent choice for many women. For those wanting a long-term contraceptive without the need for daily pills, shots or implants, an IUD…
When a hysterectomy is necessary, there are options available in how it is performed. Conventional hysterectomies require open surgery, with a large incision in the abdomen to remove the uterus. However, often a minimally-invasive option is available, called a laparoscopic hysterectomy, which can offer many benefits for those that can use this procedure over traditional…
Wouldn’t you love to wake up with dark lashes and perfect eyebrows, or know your mascara won’t run when you dive into the pool? If you use make-up daily to enhance your eyelashes or eyebrows, you can save time and have the convenience of semi-permanent make-up with tinting treatments. In one visit to your local…
The surface of your skin can become blemished, leaving traces of the sun, acne and other issues for the world to see. If you have struggled with sun-damage, scarring, large pores or other skin flaws, you may have options to rejuvenate the tone of your skin. One treatment that can improve the overall look of…
One of the most effective surgical options for combatting aging is the facelift. As the skin ages and loses elasticity, it begins to sag, as does the tissue underneath. Facelifts can surgically elevate the skin and tissue for a more youthful appearance, but there are many different variations on this procedure. Here are some of…
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