2016

Therapy Tips: 4 Ways To Ensure You Get The Most Out Of Your Treatment

A therapist is a professional that can help you overcome emotional hurdles in life. While attending therapy is a good place to start the healing process, it isn't foolproof. Without the proper tools, you might not get everything you want out of your therapy sessions. Fortunately, it's an easy fix. If you want to get the most out of your therapy, be sure you follow these four tips: 1. Track Changes Diligently

How To Have A Smooth Recovery From A Total Knee Replacement

The arthritis in your knee has made walking unbearable. You have an appointment to have the painful joint replaced with an artificial one. Recovery from total knee surgery takes several weeks to regain full use of your knee. A number of factors will determine how well your recovery progresses. Here are some tips on preparing your home and yourself for a smooth recovery from your upcoming surgery. Make Your Home More Recovery Friendly

Does Your Child Need A Plastic Surgeon Following Trauma?

As a parent, it's practically inevitable that some day you will wind up in the emergency room or urgent care with a child who has suffered some type of trauma. Often, a child's wounds can be managed by the ER staff, but there are times when you might want to request a plastic surgery consult. How do you know when to ask the emergency staff to call a plastics specialist? Here are four scenarios where you should feel comfortable asking for a plastic surgeon if one isn't offered to you, and what you can expect in general about requesting plastic surgeons in the ER.

St. Bernard Getting Older? Signs, Treatment, And Prevention Of Hip Dysplasia

Large breed dogs are more prone to getting hip dysplasia, which is an abnormal formation of the hip socket. Below is some information about what signs to watch out for so you know if your dog is getting this problem and how it can be treated. There are also things you can do to help prevent your dog from developing hip dysplasia. Hip Dysplasia Symptoms One of the main symptoms of hip dysplasia is an altered gait.

Management Of Chronic Neuropathy Pain

Pain and numbness or tingling in the feet, legs, hands, and arms are common symptoms of peripheral neuropathy – a condition caused by damage to the sensory and motor nerves located on the outside of the brain and spinal cord. While a number of medical conditions, including diabetes mellitus, autoimmune diseases, connective tissue disorders, shingles, Lyme disease, and vitamin B deficiencies, can cause neuropathies, medications to relieve neuropathy pain or treat the underlying condition can help alleviate the symptoms.