Among the many different treatments and therapies for peripheral neuropathy, many who suffer from this condition have turned to massage for help in managing the symptoms. Because peripheral neuropathy is caused by damage to nerve endings in the hands and feet, a massage is thought to help stimulate those nerve endings. [Read more…]
The Top 4 Skin Cancer Myths (and a How-To Guide for Practicing Safe Skin)
Phoenix boasts an average of 211 sunny days per year, a swimming pool in nearly every back yard and plenty of fun year-round outdoor activities, so it’s easy to see why Valley residents spend a lot of time outside in the Arizona sun. But if not properly protected, your skin can suffer as a result of over exposure to the sun. Arizona has overwhelming skin cancer rates; the highest in the nation and the second highest in the world next to Australia. Skin cancer affects millions of people each year, and results in one death per hour which makes early detection and treatment imperative to curing melanoma and other deadly skin cancers. Below are a few skin cancer myths and misconceptions and some easy tips to stay protected. [Read more…]
The Link Between OsteoArthritis and Age
History shows that there is definitely a link between OsteoArthritis (OA) and how old we are, but exactly what that link is not as obvious as we might think. It is often thought that the development of OsteoArthritis is inevitable as we get older. However, not everyone who grows old experiences OsteoArthritis and not every joint in the body is affected by age in the same way. In fact, there are people who live well into life without ever experiencing or showing signs of OA. [Read more…]
8 Essential Apps for Your Healthy Lifestyle
If you’re like most adults, you spend a large amount of time on your phone. Why not use it for good? Use it to help you stay on track with your health. That’s what these 5 apps are designed to do. From tracking your eating to scheduling a doctor’s appointment, they do it all. You have the health world at your fingertips now! [Read more…]
The OsteoArthritis Treatment Journey
Where did your journey with OsteoArthritis begin? Did it start with stiffness in your knees or hips? Maybe there are others in your family who had been suffering with the symptoms of arthritis for years before you noticed them in your own body. [Read more…]
How Many Times Can I Go Through the Knee Program?
When it comes to treating chronic knee pain, there are many different options available. These options range from taking over the counter pain medication to extensive knee joint replacement surgery. For the most part, patients and doctors agree that knee surgery should be the last resort, especially if the patient is still younger than 60. [Read more…]
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