A Mom's Priority: Pediatric Healthcare

At-Home Menopause Care Strategies For Symptomatic Relief

Menopause refers to the cessation of menstrual periods. While some people sail through their menopausal years with barely a symptom, others are debilitated and surprised at the intensity of their symptoms. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is often prescribed to ease menopausal symptoms, however, it can cause side effects and may not be suitable for people with a personal or family history of breast, uterine, endometrial, or ovarian cancer. Here are some at-home menopause care tips to help relieve your symptoms; if your symptoms are severe or prevent you from performing your daily activities, see your healthcare provider.   Read More...

Fecal Incontinence — Causes And Treatments

Fecal incontinence is a medical condition that relates to the inability to control bowel movements. Weak or damaged rectal and anal muscles, dementia, or a poor diet could contribute to passing stool unexpectedly.  Incontinence Concerns Fecal incontinence could be triggered by diarrhea or constipation. Watery stools or infrequent bowel movements can weaken the muscles that are responsible for triggering a rectal sensation. A rectal sensation alerts a person to the fact that they need to pass solid waste.   Read More...

How Will An Injury Merit Screening Consultant Help You Win Medical Malpractice Cases?

While some medical malpractice cases are straightforward and easy to prove, others can be more complicated. For example, if you have a client who has a catastrophic injury, then their case might be harder to make. If you handle a lot of medical malpractice cases or are dealing with a more complex case for the first time, then it pays to partner with a catastrophic injury merit screening consultant. Why?    Read More...

Why Your Physical Therapy May Not Be Working

If you've been going to physical therapy for a while now and don't feel like you see any results, it's time to ask yourself why. There are many possible reasons why physical therapy may not work for you, but here are the most common ones. You're Not Doing Your Home Exercises  Your physical therapist may give you a variety of exercises to do at home throughout the week.  For instance, say you're suffering from lower back pain.   Read More...

How And Why Chiropractors Use A Spinal Decompression Table

Chiropractic care hinges on taking care of your spine. More specifically, it centers around adjusting the positions of your vertebrae in relation to one another, creating more space between them. There are multiple methods of chiropractic back pain management. One of those techniques is by using a spinal decompression table. Keep reading for a closer look at this technique, its benefits, and how it is used. What is a spinal decompression table?   Read More...