When one hears the word “spasm”, one almost instantly thinks of muscle spasms. And when one hears muscle spasms, one almost instantly thinks of the legs. However, spasms come in many shapes and variations and some of them can be downright dangerous for the human body. The esophageal spasm is one of the most mysterious … Read more
Using essential oils for joint pain has become quite popular. Before getting into what essential oils are best for treating joint pain, we first must define what essential oils are. Essential oils are strong, hydrophobic liquids that contain volatile fragrance compounds derived from plants. Over time, various essential oils have been used medicinally. Some of … Read more
You probably already know, but your nervous system is involved in everything that your body does- from breathing to controlling the movements of your muscles, to sensing heat and cold. There are three types of nerves in your body: autonomic, motor, and sensory Autonomic Nerves The autonomic nerves control involuntary or partially voluntary activities of … Read more
Fibromyalgia is the second most common musculoskeletal condition, surpassed only by osteoarthritis. However, though it is common, it is still quite often misdiagnosed and is still basically misunderstood. Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread muscle/joint pain, fatigue, and many other symptoms. Individuals with fibromyalgia are prone to social isolation and even depression. Fibromyalgia Syndrome Fibromyalgia is … Read more
It is generally a good idea to get more exercise. Most of us can use more activity in our lifestyle. To do this, many of us will use a treadmill. It means we can stay indoors, which is excellent when the weather is bad. It may also be more convenient, since treadmills will often be … Read more
The sciatic nerve, also known as the ischiadic nerve, is a large nerve in both humans and animals. In fact, it’s the longest and widest nerve in the human body. This particular nerve starts in the lower back and runs through to the buttocks and down the lower limbs. As the longest nerve in the … Read more
It is easy to dismiss upper back pain, pain between the shoulder blades, as just a consequence of working too hard and straining something. This is often a fair assumption, and pain may simply be a result of overexertion and poor posture. However, upper back pain an also be a clue that something more serious … Read more
Inflammation of the bladder occurs when the tissues and muscles surrounding the bladder organ become inflamed and/or stiffen. This can result in severe pain that may or may not be relived with urination. There are several different conditions that will cause inflammation of the bladder, such as bladder cancer or a urinary tract infection, but … Read more
Acupressure is a type of alternative medicine technique with similar principles to acupuncture. It’s based on the concept of ‘life energy flowing through the body’s meridians. The body’s meridians are the body’s pathways where life energy (qi) flows. Acupressure has several roots in Chinese medicine. Its traditional Chinese medicine theory describes special acupoints or acupressure … Read more
Chronic pain is anything but a pleasant encounter, yet thousands of men and women around the world deal with such an experience on a daily basis. Characterized by pain that lasts for a period of six months or more, chronic pain can turn an individual’s life upside down, making it difficult to enjoy life as … Read more