Although it has been commonplace to treat allergies via allergy shots for the last few decades, recently allergy treatment in the form of sub-lingual pills has started to appear in the medical world. If you receive allergy shots, your interest might have been piqued when you heard about taking allergy pills, rather than receiving shots. You should know the difference between the two if you are thinking of asking your allergist to be treated with a pill rather than with a shot.
Kawasaki disease is a rare condition that most frequently strikes children under the age of 5 years old. It predominately affects males of Asian descent, but there have been reported cases in females, and children of all races and ethnicities. The condition lasts for several weeks during which the sufferer can be in a great amount of pain and discomfort. However, most adults who have had it in the past don't even remember because they were too young at the time of its onset.
Root canal treatments are a very common procedure: more than 41,000 are done every day in the United States. Generally, root canal treatments are a safe and effective procedure, but there are some health conditions that can increase your risk of complications. One of these health conditions is diabetes. If you have diabetes, here's what you need to know about getting a root canal treatment. When do you need a root canal treatment?
If you're an elderly individual experiencing difficulty using your home stairs, the use of a stair lift may help. Ideal for use in a two-story home or a house with a basement, most stair lifts are battery powered and will operate during an electrical outage. The motorized seat is installed on a rail, intended to transport you up and down stairs with minimal effort. Not all stair lifts are created equal, which is why you need to familiarize yourself with important features before you make your purchase.
Spinal injuries are often associated with physical activities or large falls, but they can also occur in resting positions. Whether you work at a desk, use a computer at home, or spend time sitting for some other reason, there are multiple ways to injure your spine. Instead of trying to let the injury heal on its own, orthopedic surgeons can evaluate the damage and recommend corrective surgery. There are four different ways that a spinal injury can occur while sitting.
I used to be skeptical about chiropractic healing. However, that was before I tried it for myself. I was in an accident that did serious damage to my back. I followed all of the doctor’s recommendations, did my physical therapy, and still didn’t feel any better. That was when I finally decided to try going to my friend’s chiropractor. It was such a relief when I finally started to feel better thanks to the great chiropractic care I received. That’s when I decided to start researching chiropractic care and how it could be used to treat different conditions. This blog contains the results of that research. If you’re looking for a way to feel better, you too may benefit from chiropractic healing. These articles will help you learn how.