It is estimated that five million people in the U.S. have fibromyalgia, a condition that can cause extensive fatigue and chronic pain. This complex medical condition can affect many different systems in the body and has no known cause or cure. For victims of this condition, the best hope comes from management of the pain…
Protecting your heart from disease is essential for a long life. One of the key factors in taking care of your heart is regular exercise. You don’t need to jog five miles or hit the gym every day – exercise can be in the form of a brisk walk, a cool swim or other activities…
One of the most common joints to become troublesome is the knee. Carry the weight of the body, twisting, bending and turning as needed, the knees take quite a bit of abuse. There are many different components that endure wear and tear in the knee; when any of these become dysfunctional, it can require treatment…
Laser therapy has quickly become a popular option for treating many different types of skin conditions. It can be an affordable option for those who want to improve the quality of their skin or get relief from skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo or rosacea. However, not all laser skin treatments are the same. Different laser…
What is minimally invasive surgery? It is a technique used in the medical field to reduce the incision size for needed surgeries to limit tissue damage and improve recovery for the patient. These surgeries are often used in small or hard to reach places where open surgery can be risky for the patient. Gynecologists use…
Sunscreen can be one of the best defenses against negative effects from sun exposure. It can help reduce the risk of sunburns, skin cancer and premature aging of the skin. However, when and how to use sunscreen properly is surrounded by myths that have been perpetuated over the years. Here are some of the sunscreen…
Healthy, smooth skin is a wonderful asset to have. However, sun damage and age can change the tone and texture of your skin, creating flaws that make you look older. The good news is that many of these flaws can be reversed with professional skin treatments. You can have flawless skin again with a visit…
Do you have varicose veins, swollen feet/ankles or leg pain when standing? You may be suffering from chronic venous insufficiency. This condition affects up to 40% of the population in the U.S. and can be debilitating if left untreated. Getting to the cause of the pain and managing the symptoms can help you continue to…
There are TV reality series dedicated to plastic surgery gone wrong, and people who have went overboard with plastic surgery. While most people who choose to get plastic surgery prefer a natural, tasteful appearance, there are others that have changed so many features that they no longer look like themselves. If you have already had…
Time can take its toll on your body, and if you’re a woman, this often means your breasts will begin to sag as you get older. There are many contributing factors to sagging breasts: breast size, number of pregnancies, weight gain/loss, bra support and age. Gravity will pull on heavy breasts, especially those without good…
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