Tag: Health & FItness
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Low back pain? GMA says manipulation over opioids
By Ken Freedman, DC On March 22, the most watched morning show for most of 2017, Good Morning America, aired a segment about low back pain the day after new research was published in the highly respected medical journal, The Lancet. According to The Lancet, “Almost everyone will have low back pain at some point in…
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Help children achieve a healthier weight
One to three children in the U.S. are overweight or obese. “Am I fat?” is a question no parent wants to hear, but needs to be able to answer in a non judgmental way. Dr. Fried says. “Parents need to lead by example. The entire family needs to eat right and be more active.” Remember…
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Stop suffering in silence: 11 truths about menopause
By Dr. Helen Simigiannis Obstetrician/gynecologist CentraState Medical Center For years, women did not talk much about the changes they experienced before, during and after menopause. It is just in the last 30 years or so that women have been encouraged to speak with their physicians about their symptoms. Now, women are much more in tune…
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Signs you may need a hearing aid
Age-related hearing loss happens slowly, which can make it difficult to tell when it’s time for a hearing aid to help. The hearing healthcare experts at American Hearing Centers have put together a list of signs to look for to make it easier for you to tell when it’s time to schedule an appointment to…
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Signs you may need a hearing aid
Age-related hearing loss happens slowly, which can make it difficult to tell when it’s time for a hearing aid to help. The hearing healthcare experts at American Hearing Centers have put together a list of signs to look for to make it easier for you to tell when it’s time to schedule an appointment to…
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Do you suffer from knee pain?
Don’t let knee pain stop you. Many people suffer from osteoarthritis, a condition in which the natural cushioning between the joints wears away. When this happens, the bones of the joints rub closely against one another with less of the shock absorbing benefits of cartilage. The rubbing results in pain, swelling, stiffness, decreased ability to…
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Fitness is more than just numbers
By Dr. Ira Shapiro Director of the Plaza Chiropractic Center Old Bridge Walking 10,000 steps or five miles a day has become a fitness staple for millions of Americans looking to stay active, get fit and lose weight. A 2010 study of individuals participating in a 15-week, 10,000-step walking program showed improved cardiovascular health and…
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What’s That Sound?
Do you hear a constant ringing in your ear? Perhaps it’s more of a hissing, clicking, whistling or whirring? Tinnitus is a condition where you hear a constant noise, but there are no external sources giving off any sound. While tinnitus can be caused by different health conditions, a common cause is damage to the…
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What’s That Sound?
Do you hear a constant ringing in your ear? Perhaps it’s more of a hissing, clicking, whistling or whirring? Tinnitus is a condition where you hear a constant noise, but there are no external sources giving off any sound. While tinnitus can be caused by different health conditions, a common cause is damage to the…
