Guidelines To Take Care Of Your Skin
September 13th, 2011Skin types differ from person to person. It can also depend upon the seasons or even hormonal change; and as you get older; your skin cell turnover process slows down. Also, external factors such as pollutions, smoke and sunlight etc. causes skin sagging and wrinkles. However, if you can give your skin its proper daily attention, you will be able to see changes in your skins texture and form.
Below are a few tips in order to take care of your skin—maintaining your youthfulness:
1. Protect yourself from the sun.
2. Avoid smoking
3. Get the right amount of sleep
4. Eat healthy
5. Wash your face when you wake up and when you go to bed
6. Drink 8-10 glasses of water each day
7. Make sure you remove your make-up at the end of the day
8. Try to avoid alcohol when it is not necessary to consume it
If you are able to follow these guidelines, you should be able to maintain your youthfulness well into your thirties and even your forties!
How to treat Repetitive Strain Injury?
June 11th, 2011Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is an umbrella term, a shorthand to refer to various musculo-skeletal injuries which are normally related to some activity. The root cause of RSI is Tension Myositis Syndrome. Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS) is a condition that is characterized by how the mind and body react to the stresses of everyday life. Pain from RSI is caused by a slight lack of oxygen in the area of the body that experiences the pain (note this isn’t the only cause of pain, just one of them). Physiotherapy and massage help the pain by pumping more blood to the area of the body that is being treated. More blood of course means more oxygen so this kind of treatment works really well for a few hours. But soon the extra blood flows away and you experience the pain as before. You have to perform a few simple exercises, to address the root cause of RSI and cure it for good.
Self help:
Take short breaks, they are better than a few long ones. Just let your arms relax in your lap or at your side for a few minutes. Every half-hour find an excuse to get up from your desk to loosen your neck and shoulder muscles. Gentle exercise such as swimming, walking and stretching and massage are good to maintain muscular condition which probably helps avoid tiredness. Massage is relaxing and may help to stretch muscles but also risks aggravating the injury. Stretching prior to every activity, whether it is work or play, is always recommended. Put ice or heat packs on affected areas. One reduces swelling, the other stimulates blood flow. Hot baths and saunas also stimulate blood flow which can aid recovery. You can apply a tubular bandage which may help, possibly by limiting the amount you can use your muscles. Yoga, meditation and other body-awareness exercises such as the Alexander Technique can be beneficial for the back, neck and shoulders.
Sources of help:
Primary health care workers Chiropractors and osteopaths, Sports injury specialists and physiotherapists, Equipment that reduces the need to use your hands.
June Is National Scoliosis Awareness Month
June 9th, 2011A recent study conducted by medical and healthcare professionals outside the chiropractic profession found that chiropractic care can be most effective in treating work-related lower back pain compared to care by a physical therapist or physician.
Overall, chiropractic patients had lower medical expenses, fewer disability recurrences and shorter initial periods of disability, the study showed.
The study was published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011. According to a statement by Foundation for Chiropractic Progress spokesperson Gerard Clum, DC, “A chiropractor provides an effective approach to maintain health, a key component in preventing episode recurrence. The trend revealed in this study shows chiropractic care resulting in the best outcomes.”
View the study abstract online.
Source: Northwestern Health Sciences University, www.nwhealth.edu/nwtoday/index.html
Chiropractic Care – Interesting Facts and Statistics.
June 9th, 2011- - The popularity of chiropractic is at an all-time high, 80% of Americans will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives.
- - Back symptoms are the most common cause of disability for individuals under the age of 45.
- - 20% of all American military medical discharges are due to low back pain.
- - More than 20 million Americans will seek chiropractic care this year.
- - Chiropractic has been around for more than 100 years.
- - Today there are approximately 50,000 chiropractors in the United States; 10,000 in Japan; 5,000 in Canada; 2,500 in Australia; 1,000 in the U.K.; and, 100-500 in each of: Belgium, Denmark, France, Italy, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, New Zealand, South Africa, The Netherlands.
- - In the western world 85% of people will be disabled by back pain at some point in their lives.
Spine 12(3):264-268. - - 1992 costs associated with low back pain in the U.S. were estimated to be $60 billion.
The Manga Report – 1993. - - Nearly 30% of the U.S. population aged 18 and older have used chiropractic.
The Gallup Organization – 1991. - - WCB studies indicate a 45-55% saving in overall costs when treatments are provided by a chiropractors instead of a medical doctors.
California, 1972 – Wisconsin, 1978 – Florida, 1988 – Utah, 1991 – State of Victoria, Australia, 1992. - - 9 out of 10 chiropractic users feel their treatment is effective.
The Gallup Organization – 1991. - - 58% of those using chiropractic considered it an essential part of their heath insurance package.
The Gallup Organization – 1991. - - “Chiropractic patients were 3 times more satisfied with their care than patients of family practice physicians.”
Western Journal of Medicine – 1989. - - “Chiropractors are now accepted as a legitimate healing profession by the public and by an increasing number of physicians.”
The Manga Report – 1993. - “Chiropractic is a growing component of the health care sector, and it is widely used by the population.”
The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, and Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia, January 1992. - - 94% of all spinal manipulations are performed by chiropractors.
RAND Corporation.
Neck and Shoulder Pain.
June 8th, 2011Our neck and shoulders are prone to developing pain due to the delicate alignment of the bones and muscles in these areas. The spine that makes up neck is made of delicately aligned vertebrae, while the shoulder is made of four bones. All the muscles and tendons of this area form a complex system running in many directions, making it possible for the shoulder and neck to move in many different directions. This allows us to twist, turn and rotate our arms, head and upper back in many different ways. However, strain on them can affect the alignment of these bones and muscles, leading to neck and shoulder pain.
Poor posture is also a big culprit when it comes to neck and shoulder pain. The ligaments and muscles may be strained too much, leading to neck and shoulder pain. Slouching, slumping, workings in an awkward position – all lead to neck and shoulder pain.
Chiropractic & Massage Center in Philadelphia will help you to treat neck and shoulder pain.
Neck Pain
The spine is made up of bones called vertebrae stacked on each other. Accidents and injuries can cause damage to the neck by stretching the neck too much, in an unnatural position, resulting in neck pain. Sometimes, neck pain is also caused by whiplash injuries often suffered in car collisions, when the neck “whips” backward or forward and the rest of the body is carried in the opposite direction due to momentum. Neck pain treatment includes painkillers, icepacks, anti-inflammatory drugs or surgery. The root cause of the neck pain, however, must be addressed before it can be successfully treated. Chiropractic & Massage Center seeks to treat neck pain arising out of strain or tear of muscles, ligaments etc. through massage and other therapies.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pains are also caused due to more or less similar reasons. Overexertion, tendonitis, shoulder joint mismatch, pinched nerves and dislocation cause shoulder pain. Chiropractic & Massage Center aims to remove the pressure exerted by the misaligned bone on the “pinched” nerve. In addition, chiropractic is highly useful when it comes to treating shoulder dislocations.
Chiropractic and Neck and Shoulder Pain
In almost all cases of neck and shoulder pain, chiropractic techniques can be useful. Chiropractic & Massage Center therapist will look into factors like your lifestyle, diet, and past problems before deciding on a course of treatment. Apart from realigning the problem vertebra, or other adjustments to relieve the pain and stiffness, the chiropractor may also recommend use of special pillows, sauna, ice packs and exercises to relieve the neck and shoulder pain.
The Chiropractic & Massage Center in Philadelphia aims not just to heal the pain symptoms, but also the root causes underlying them. They could be anything from pinched nerves to vertebrae dislocation. Neck and shoulder pains have a tendency to become a chronic problem if not treated early, so it is always a good idea to consult a chiropractor in the early stages. So if you feel throbbing pain, or a tingling pain extending from your shoulder upwards to the head, consult a chiropractor at Chiropractic & Massage Center of Philadelphia.
Benefits of Chiropractic Care (Philadelphia)
June 3rd, 2011There are many benefits of chiropractic care. If you are considering seeking out this type of treatment, there are many reasons why it could and should be done. We are at Chiropractic & Massage Center can help you.
Those that find themselves with problems with their body often do not realize that chiropractic care can often relieve these problems when other medicinal options will not. Often times, it is necessary to seek out the help of a chiropractor and relief will be found. Chiropractic & Massage Center is serving NE Philadelphia, Bucks County and Mongomery County.
What Chiropractic & Massage Center can Do For Me?
There are many physical benefits to chiropractic care. Here are just a few of the things that can be made better in your life through chiropractic care.
- - Decreased arthritis and pain in joints that have arthritis.
- - Pain relief from all areas of the body, virtually.
- - Reduction of pain in the back, legs, feet and knees through the relief of spinal pressure
- - Less stiffness in the areas that are treated
- - Less muscle spasms throughout the region
- - You will be able to move better and more if you were restricted to begin with.
- - Range of motion will increase.
- - You have better coordination from taking that step to throwing that baseball.
- - You have increased energy, self esteem and you just overall feel better
There are additional benefits of chiropractic care as well. When you realign the body, as it should be, you relieve pressure throughout it. This often allows you body to begin to heal, as it should again. For example, it can help your joints to heal, your tissues to heal and your pains to leave.
Some relief through chiropractic care is actually immediate. Often times, when you lay on a chiropractic table and the doctor works his magic you will get up feeling better. This is because the doctor has the ability to realign joints and limbs that are not in the right position now. That means that when he puts them back into place he can and he will provide you with a lot of immediate relief.
Other times, a chiropractic care treatment can leave you a bit sore and aching. This is due to the very same reasons. Consider the fact that your body has been out of line for so long that it is going to feel different and it may hurt a bit to fix it. Although your doctor will tell you what to expect from the chiropractic care treatment, and what benefits your body will get.
Ideally, everyone should seek out a chiropractic care for this type of insures. The benefits of chiropractic care should push more people into doing it because it can be so overwhelmingly beneficial to your body and your mind’s well being.
To find lower back pain treatment and low back pain relief call Chiropractic & Massage Center to schedule your appointment at 215-677-3733.
Chiropractic & Massage Center located in the Somerton section of NorthEast Philadelphia.
Chiropractic & Massage Center 13050 Bustleton AvePhiladelphia, PA, 19116
Headaches Affect Nearly Half Of All Adults
May 5th, 2011The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that headaches have enormous costs to society and are hugely widespread throughout the world. According to the report, 47 percent of all adults have some sort of headache disorder. In the European Union (EU) alone, it’s estimated that 190 million days are lost from work annually, solely due to migraine headaches. One in six women and one in twelve men are affected by migraines making it the most expensive brain disorder in the United States and EU with an estimated total annual cost of $229 billion. Doctors of chiropractic are highly trained to diagnose and treat a number of headache related disorders. In fact, many causes of headaches are soft-tissue based and can be successfully managed with safe, natural chiropractic procedures. If you experience headaches, no matter how severe or subtle, don’t continue to suffer. Call your licensed doctor of chiropractic today for a professional, thorough consultation and/or examination.
Author: ChiroPlanet.com
Source: Reuters. May 3, 2011.
Copyright: ProfessionalPlanets.com LLC 2011
Doctors of Chiropractic Commend Injury Prevention Awareness
April 5th, 2011Arlington, Va. – The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) reminds everyone that doctors of chiropractic can help play an important role in the prevention and treatment of many common injuries.
This reminder comes as communities across the country are observing National Public Health Week 2011 (NPHW). The theme of this year’s observance – “Safety is NO Accident” – focuses on preventing injury at home, work or play.
In general, doctors of chiropractic promote the value of prevention as a key component of health and wellness. They routinely provide recommendations to patients on topics such as proper lifting techniques, improving balance through exercise, workstation ergonomics and using mobile technology safely - all of which can prevent injury.
This week, ACA is highlighting its library of patient information and videos offering tips on how to prevent injuries at home, work and play. Should injury occur, doctors of chiropractic offer expert examination and treatment that gets patients back to work, in the game and able to enjoy their activities of daily living. ”Injuries happen in a split second, but have lasting consequences,” said ACA Vice President Keith Overland, DC. “However, simple preventative measures, a healthy lifestyle and appropriate health care will reduce the number of injuries a person experiences and minimize the impact of any injuries that do occur.”
Since 1995, when the first full week of April was declared NPHW, communities across the country have celebrated and recognized the contributions of public health and highlighted issues that are important to improving the public’s health. The American Public Health Association (APHA) serves as the organizer of NPHW and develops a national campaign to educate the public, policy-makers and practitioners about issues related to that year’s theme. APHA creates comprehensive planning, organizing and outreach materials that can be used during and after the week to raise awareness. APHA has featured a section devoted to chiropractic and its role in public health since 1995.
For more information about how doctors of chiropractic can help prevent and treat common injuries, visit http://www.acatoday.org/prevention.
For general information about this year’s NPHW observance, visit http://www.nphw.org/nphw11/first1.htm.
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA), based in Arlington, Va., is the largest professional association in the United States representing doctors of chiropractic. ACA promotes the highest standards of patient care and ethics, and supports research that contributes to the health and well-being of millions of chiropractic patients. Visit www.acatoday.org.
Author: American Chiropractic Association.
Source: American Chiropractic Association. Online April 5, 2011.
Copyright: American Chiropractic Association. 2011
Refreshing Facial: ultimate in relaxation
December 7th, 2010A facial is relaxing, and soothing. It leaves you with not only skin that looks healthy and nourished, but also a tranquil mind and clear thoughts. A facial helps keep the facial skin healthy and ‘in the pink’ by cleaning, exfoliating and nourishing the skin to leave you with well-hydrated and clear skin. It also helps in keeping wrinkles away. A facial can be called a “deep-cleansing” or sometimes a “deep-pore cleansing” facial because the skin is cleansed by extracting any black-heads or white-heads, dead skin or other dirt that may be present. Spa Bucks County and Philadelphia Spa offers superb refreshing facials that rejuvenate your skin and leave you with a glowing face.
Facial is a broad term used for all kinds of skin treatments performed generally by a qualified aesthetician. As the name suggests, it is specialized skin treatment meant for the face, however sometimes a massage for shoulder and neck are also included, and if you are fortunate enough, you may even get a foot massage as well. Do not miss Massage Specials Bucks County to get an ultimate relaxing experience.
There are various kinds of facials, which use numerous kinds of products, and are done for varying durations. The typical facial usually lasts for around one hour or a bit longer.
Whatever may be the treatment, a facial basically aims at clean facial skin and when you go in for one, some things that you can expect to happen are exfoliation of dead skin cells and extraction of blackheads. The aesthetician may assess the type of your skin and suggest treatments that will work the best for toning and moisturizing that skin type. Spa facilities in PA provide ultimate invigorating experience and take good care of your skin. After all, it is important that the aesthetician you choose is good at his/her work.
A skin-mask will be applied to purify and hydrate your skin. You will then be given a relaxing facial massage with use of various moisturizers and creams. The result will be clear, cleansed and smooth skin that feels great and a relaxing and refreshing experience. Day Spa services available in Philadelphia bring you the best services and keep your health and well-being above all.
You will also possibly have hot cloths placed on your face for some time while the aesthetician finds the products that best suit your skin. Generally the person who gives the facial also gives useful advice and general tips on the products that in his/her opinion are best suited for daily care of your skin.
If you have known sensitivities or skin allergies, you should discuss this with the aesthetician prior to booking an appointment. It is advisable to have your facial done a few days prior to any occasion or event where you wish to look your best.
Significance of Reflexology on our nervous system
November 12th, 2010
Reflexology is an art that drives human peripheral nervous system and organizes and synchronizes the body movement efficiently. The process of reflexology makes use of pressure, stretch and movement on hands and fingers in order to remove the stress, anxiety and even nervous system related problems in the humans. Reflexology exercise is conducted by a trained reflexologist who focuses feet and hands as these are considered the mirror image of our body.
Reflexology exercise is performed at many Spa and massage clubs as the means to get over from any kind of nervous problem besides removing stress and mental strain in an individual. Spa Bucks County is one of the amazing places to go for reflexology exercises, although you can also look for many other Spa and massage centers in Philadelphia, PA etc. Choice rests with you, and the best part is that you can choose your own timings. This is especially beneficial, in case you are working at odd hours. Most of Spa centers operate day and night and therefore, you can go ahead and enroll your availability in any of the Spa centers.
Though there are many theories that go around reflexology, most of Spa centers focus on nervous system while they apply reflexology technique. Under this s application technique, tender pressure is applied on both the feet which ultimately generate the signal through the peripheral traveling down the peripheral nervous system. After going through the peripheral nervous center it passes directly to the central nervous system where the processing of signal is carried out. After the processing in central nervous system of the human body, the signal travels through the internal organs of the body in order to make the adjustment si fuel and oxygen. At the end of the signal travel, a response is sent to motor system.
Later the signal travels to adjust and mange the body tone and over all tension levels in the body. It is important to not here that application of pressure on the feet should be correct so that the tone of the body is reset at a lower operating tempo, and this ultimately means lessening of stress and body’s wear and tear.
Since most part of reflexology comprises direct or indirect intervention of nervous system, it is therefore suggested that only a trained reflexologist should perform the techniques in order to get the best results. When it is reflexology, you cannot expect any errors, or else, there is possibility that your nervous system might get affected.
Check out on the internet and search through the experiences of a reflexologist and Spa centers which provided this technique. Do not be in a haste to take the decision as this might prove detrimental for you.