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Technology is taking a toll on your body – Massage therapy can ease the pain of technology-related discomfort and prevent future damage

Most people have had the unpleasant experience of dealing with pain. Regardless of the cause or condition, all individuals are seeking the same goal: relief. Massage therapy can ease the tension of pain and provide relief for a variety of conditions. A common source of pain in the upper and lower back, neck, shoulders and wrists can be attributed to …

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7 Tips for a Stress-Free Summer Vacation

Summer is in full swing. It’s an exciting time! The kids are out of school, the weather is great, and we are all ready for some fun and relaxation! Many of us like to spend the summer on the road with our family. While the idea of traveling somewhere new can be exciting, it can also be full of stress. …

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Aging in Place – Safety Modifications to Your Home

A term or concept that is becoming more and more popular these days is “aging in place” – being able to stay in one’s homes as one grows older.  Most likely the aging of a large group of baby boomers has a lot to do with this. More and more people are concerned about their ability to live comfortably in …

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The Trip

I love to travel.  I bet all obsessive and excited before every vacation trip, conference trip, or mission trip.  I buy the maps and the travel books.  I plan the days in too much detail (making my family completely crazy!) My kids even call me Clark Griswold  (If you don’t know who that is, forgive me.  If you do know …

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THE REAL CAUSE OF CHRONIC PAIN JOINT INSTABILITY

WHAT IS PAIN? Pain indicates tissue damage. In case of joint pain, the tissue that is damaged is “white” tissue. White tissue refers to joint structures with poor blood supply. Due to the limited blood supply, these structures have a compromised healing ability. White joint structures include cartilage, discs, labrum, ligaments, meniscus, and tendons. Conversely, muscles are red tissue. They …

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Diabetes and Healing Naturally

Food intolerance induces inflammation, the excessive generation of toxic free radicals increases the occurrence of metabolic, chronic and degenerative diseases such as diabetes. In contrast, a “True” allergy may induce anaphylaxis, whereas the magnitude of exposures to intolerable foods, despite its less dramatic flair, causes greater morbidity and mortality. IgE allergy to food has been recognized for centuries. IgE-mediated food …

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Preparing for Disasters…Are You Ready?

Disasters can happen anytime, anyplace to anyone, but as a resident of Florida it is  important to approach hurricane season fully prepared with a plan especially for those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease or other memory impairments. Disasters can be particularly disruptive to the daily living of older adults and their caregivers.  An emergency can exacerbate the effects of …

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What Would Rising Interest Rates Mean to You?

Provided by RBC Wealth Management and John Barnes Following the financial crisis of 2008, many investors rushed to the investment “sidelines” in order to avoid risk of any kind. While understandable given the market environment those that chose to remain invested in the markets have been well rewarded as both bonds and stocks have posted strong performance numbers since then. …

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Woman’s Overactive Bladder Control

To those who experience it, an overactive bladder can be very frustrating. In fact, it is a disability to feel that you need to find a restroom constantly throughout the day. Frequent and, sometimes, uncontrollable urination is embarrassing and complicates an already complicated world. The impact it can have socially, mentally, and physically can be stressful and exhausting. It is …

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Taking a Spin Around the Dance Floor Increases Mental Health

If you’ve ever watched ABC’s hit TV show “Dancing with the Stars,” then you know that dancing is hard work. Dance has long been known to be an excellent way to stay physically fit. But could there be mental and cognitive benefits to dancing as well? Recent studies have proven that symptoms of depression, stress, fatigue, and headaches can be …

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