Tips For Managing Fibromyalgia With Reflexology

For patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia, the chronic pain, fatigue and other symptoms can be nearly debilitating. While there are many over-the-counter and prescription medications that can help combat some of the symptoms, some patients find themselves looking for more options. One of the things that you might want to consider is reflexology treatment. Here are several reasons why you should seek out reflexology for your fibromyalgia symptoms. Enhances Circulation When you're looking to improve circulation, you need to focus your massage efforts on the cardiovascular areas of your feet and hands. Read More 

3 Tips For A Successful Experience With The Gastric Balloon

The gastric balloon is one of the most recent development in weight loss. It is a non-surgical approach that is ideal for people who are overweight, but may not qualify for or want a permanent procedure. If you are considering the gastric balloon, there are changes you need to make to gain the most benefit from the procedure. Prepare Before The Procedure Your doctor will give you post-procedure instructions about how you might feel and what is acceptable to eat, especially in the days following the procedure. Read More 

3 Things That May Increase Risk For Post-Rhinoplasty Complications

Rhinoplasty is also known as a "nose job," and while most people who undergo this type of surgery enjoy uneventful recoveries, post-operative complications can arise. Here are three things that may raise your risk for post-surgical complications following your rhinoplasty: Smoking Cigarette smoking can delay healing after surgery. The toxins in smoke impairs circulation and can cause damage to the tiny capillaries of the nasal tissues, diminishing blood flow. Adequate blood flow is essential in the healing process, and when it is impaired, the risk for infection rises. Read More 

It’s Time: 3 Questions To Ask When Choosing A Home Healthcare Agency

Your parents are getting up in years. It's becoming more difficult for them to care for their daily needs, including remembering when it's time to take their medications. If it's not the time to bring them home with you or place them in an assisted living facility, you might want to consider speaking to a home health care agency. Hiring home health care workers may be the way to allow your parents the benefit of living at home while having someone available to assist them throughout the day. Read More 

Two Tips For Helping You Lose Weight

Being overweight can have profound impacts on both your appearance and your weight. Unfortunately, losing weight can be an exceedingly difficult task for many people. If you have found yourself struggling with successfully losing weight, you might benefit from using the following couple of tips to help give you the best chance for achieving your desired weight. Avoid Weighing Every Day When you first start trying to lose weight, it can be easy to become almost obsessed with weighing. Read More