Your Guide To Dealing With Piriformis Syndrome

If you are a runner, you may have heard (or even experienced) piriformis syndrome. Symptoms of piriformis include pain, tingling, or even numbness in the gluteus maximum, the rear end. This area is so affected because of its role in rotating the hips as you run. This guide will help you deal with piriformis syndrome and get hopefully get back to running as soon as possible. Symptoms of Piriformis Syndrome Read More 

3 Common Age-Related Medical Problems

As we get older, we become more susceptible to a variety of medical conditions. The effects of damage and wear accumulated over a lifetime begin to catch up with us, and our bodies begin to slow down. There are many conditions that are directly linked to advancing age, and understanding them will help you to deal with them effectively. Varicose Veins and Spider Veins Varicose veins and spider veins are characteristic signs of age. Read More 

How To Handle Your Drain Tubes After Your Tummy Tuck—A Quick And Realistic Guide

One of the most difficult parts of dealing with a tummy tuck isn't the pain—it's the drain tubes. Drain tubes are inserted in one or more spots to help prevent a buildup of fluid behind the surgical site. If you haven't had them before, you need to learn a few tricks for handling them as quickly as possible. 1.) Ask for a waistband while you are in recovery. If you're lucky, a quick-thinking nurse will have an elastic waistband ready for you that has velcro straps in strategic areas—but don't count on it. Read More 

Top 4 Facts You Might Not Know About Stair Lifts

Whether someone in your household has mobility issues or you live with aging parents that find climbing stairs difficult, a stair lift is an excellent resource. Unfortunately, not everyone knows all the facts about stair lifts, which may make them hesitant about getting one. Below is a list of important information you'll need when considering a stair lift for your loved one.  Stair Lifts Continue to Run Even in a Power Outage Read More 

Planning An Intervention? Don’t Make These 3 Mistakes

It's often said that a person with an addiction won't get help until they "hit bottom." An intervention is a way for friends and family to help the addict get to the bottom sooner rather than later and be standing there with an offer of help when it happens. The bottom comes in the form of consequences offered by the intervention participants if the addict doesn't accept help, like cutting them off financially or socially. Read More