That little arch in a person's foot does more than you think. It helps to keep your body in its natural alignment, from head to toe. Here is how that arch benefits people, and why your flat feet may be a source of constant back pain. The Natural Arch Your calf muscles connect to the bones in your feet through a large tendon. That tendon and a number of ligaments in your foot form the bones into a cup shape.
30 July 2015
If you have unsightly or uncomfortable varicose veins that you want to get rid of immediately, you have quite a few options -- most of which are minimally invasive. The most popular options for varicose vein treatment are laser treatments and varicose vein surgery. Both of these treatments are effective and easily recovered from, but depending on your personal situation you might prefer one over the other. Will the Veins Recur?
16 July 2015
The domesticated dog is man's best friend, but even friendships of this magnitude experience rough patches. Every year, about 4.5 million Americans fall victim to dog bites and dog attacks. In many cases, these bites are minor and need only minimal treatment and perhaps a prescription antibiotic. Unfortunately, in some dog bite incidents, the outcome is considerably more serious. The Worst Case Scenarios Dog bites can and do result in fatalities.
13 July 2015
Kids are always on the go, always falling down and always losing everything. Parents of children with eyeglasses tend to obsess over methods for keeping their kid's glasses on the face and unbroken. If you're a parent of a child who wears glasses, these tips will help you protect your child's precious protective eyewear. Experiment with Different Ways of Keeping the Glasses on the Face Wrap-around temples are the rubbery ear grips that are shaped to fit over the back of your child's ears.
17 June 2015
Do you need a nurse along with your home health care? One thing that can confuse people about home healthcare is what kind of care comes along with it. Not everyone needs a nurse, but some do. You may not realize if you need professional care over general care. Do You Need General Care? General care is any kind of care that doesn't require a nurse. General caregivers / Personal care aides – These are the people who can help you with day-to-day living.
3 June 2015
Your flat feet can make buying shoes difficult. They can make long work days painful. They can cause your ankles to suddenly give way. Who knew that missing a little arch in your foot could cause so much trouble? Here is why your feet give you so many problems and how you can find some relief. Blame Your Anatomy A large tendon that runs from a calf muscle to bones in your feet causes those bones to form a cup shape at the bottom of the foot.
20 May 2015
If you are employing people to perform work that is of a physical nature, then investing in pre-employment physical exams is a great idea. It can help both employers and employees because it allows to set expectations for how suitable the candidate is for the job in question. With that thought in mind, here are the top reasons for why you should invest in pre-employment physical exams: Employee can determine their ability: a candidate for the position might apply thinking that they have the physical ability to complete the job, but they aren't sure.
1 May 2015
If you have heard the term "refractive error," it can be a little confusing. A refractive error is essentially a vision problem, such as only being able to see objects up close, but not far away. There are different types of refractive errors you might experience, all of which change how your retina focuses on light. There are many causes and treatments for them, depending what refractive error you are dealing with.
17 April 2015
Hearing aids are wonderful technological tools that help a lot of people who suffer from hearing problems. Unfortunately, however, they can sometimes be uncomfortable to wear, especially when you're just getting used to them. The good news is that there are several things you can do to make your hearing aids more comfortable and wearable. Get a Custom Fit When possible, you should choose in-the-ear or ITE hearing aids because these devices can be specifically fitted to your ear.
3 April 2015
Walking is a great activity for seniors to engage in, especially if they live in rural areas. Rural areas provide enough open spaces for walking, so that seniors can go as fast or as slow as they wish. This kind of flexibility is especially important for seniors who have issues with movement. While walking comes naturally, there are a few things that seniors can do to maximize the benefits that can be derived from walking.
24 March 2015