Like males, females also possess a hormone called estrogen, having almost the same functions as testosterone. The right concentration of Estrogen in body leads to better sleep, stronger bones and joints, and better sexual functions. Low estrogen can cause mood swings, tender breasts, fatigue and problems during intercourse. To treat the low levels of Estrogen in human body, hormone therapy […]
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Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHT), which also is known as bioidentical estrogens/progestogens, is a specific form of medical treatment which helps to balance your sex hormones throughout the aging process to help maintain a healthy balance. Bioidentical hormones have been used for decades by both men and women who are concerned with the affects age can have on their bodies and […]
Read moreLimited range of physical movement and pain are caused by trauma or repetitive motion. These can turn into injury over a period of time. Human beings search for the quickest and easiest way of relieving the discomfort, whenever there is any type of deterioration in health. For people who want to look beyond the drugs to counter the swelling and […]
Read moreOsteopathy is one of the youngest medical practices being administered today. Its main purpose is to help patients who have problems with muscles and bones. It aims to pinpoint the root cause of the problem to help the patients completely recover. One of the approaches that are being done in osteopathy is Myofascial release. It is a kind of therapy […]
Read moreIt is estimated 260,000 carpal tunnel surgeries are performed each year in the U.S. However, early in the disorder, CTS is reversible. Unfortunately, if not treated, over time the insulation on the nerves may wear away, and permanent nerve damage may develop resulting in the need for surgery. There are several physical therapy treatments which can treat CTS. Whichever methods […]
Read moreAfter having my knee replacement operation, I met many people who had this operation or were expecting to have the operation in the future. I was asked many questions. So I decided to put pen to paper and tell the story of my journey towards my knee replacement. In this article I shall document the phases I went through to […]
Read morePEMF is a mode of treatment that has proved to be a success in many studies conducted by the National Institute of Health. PEMF, otherwise known as Pulse Electromagnetic Field is a technique that can be used to correct a number of medical conditions in a cost effective and timely manner. It is very simple to understand how PEMF works. […]
Read moreThe spine has different regions depending on the location in the body. In this article, we are going to talk about your thoracic region – where it is located and how you can maintain its health. The thoracic region is the region in your spine which is located in the upper back. It runs from your neck area until your […]
Read moreAs we age, our bodies lose their ability to function as well as they used to when we were younger. After living a full life, our muscles, joints, and bones wear down, and we need extra help to stabilize our health and wellness. Physical therapy is a great service for the elderly, especially those who are suffering from diseases such […]
Read moreIt goes without saying treating patients is a physical job. Not only is extensive knowledge required, but physical strength and stamina are a large part of being successful when working in physical therapy. That being said, treating patients can take a toll on a therapist’s body, putting them at risk for the very issues patients come to be treated for. […]
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