Living Overseas with a Medical Problem? It is Possible
Have you ever thought about using acupuncture or massage therapy treatments and were talked out of it by well-meaning but perhaps misinformed friends? Has your fear of these lesser known treatment modalities kept you from trying them? Here are five questions about acupuncture and massage therapy that should put your mind at ease and give you more correct information.
Aren’t acupuncture needles dangerous and painful?
Acupuncture needles today are required to be sterile, and most acupuncturists today use disposable needles to comply with that, so you’ll never be treated with needles that were used on another patient. Read More»
Hearing aids are a necessary part of life for thousands of children with hearing losses throughout the United States. Since children as young as four weeks of age may receive hearing aids, these patients are often too young to maintain and troubleshoot hearing aids on their own. If your child is one of these you’ll need to run a performance check on his or her hearing aid each day. This will help you become accustomed to its normal behavior so you can easily detect when something strange is going on. Read More»
Even though your mom or day may have agreed to move to an independent living village, he or she may still be feeling nervous and apprehensive about this decision. While this is completely normal, it can still be hard to see a parent going through this. If you would like to help, but are not sure how to, consider trying these three tips.
Place familiar things in the house
One of the best things you can do when your parent finally makes the move is to place familiar things in the new living space. Read More»
Rectal prolapse is a serious medical condition that can occur in aging adults who have suffered with long-term constipation, hemorrhoid problems, and diseases and conditions such as multiple sclerosis and whooping cough. The prolapse of the rectal sphincter means that the inner walls of the rectum become detached from the inner walls of the anal cavity. This condition can be frightening, but many people avoid bringing up even the slightest symptoms to their doctor because of their tendency to avoid the topic due to embarrassment. Read More»
When menopause sets in, many women find that they are forced to battle a warmth that starts in the head and neck regions and slowly spreads to encompass their entire body. If you have experienced this uncomfortable feeling, you know exactly how bothersome hot flashes can be.
One hot flash research study shows that at least 75% of women going through menopause will experience hot flashes, so finding ways to curb these uncomfortable attacks is important. Read More»
