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Thanks to pharmaceutical dependency (“pill popping”), lack of physical exercise and disregard for basic nutritional requirements, we are the authors of our own demise. No hospital or drug will save us if we continue to abuse or neglect our bodies.

In reality, pain is a symptom caused by an underlying problem, not the problem itself. That’s why big pharmaceuticals are quite discreet in their promotion of temporary relief solutions, or “symptomatic relief”.

Life seems to be getting more and more hectic by the day. The basic demands of family and work alone seem to exhaust even the most energetic individuals. As a result, people in both urban and rural settings find it increasingly difficult to pursue hobbies that can help them lead more active lifestyles. Giving up seems so easy to do…

When someone sustains injury requiring rehabilitation, he or she may receive services from different members of the rehabilitation team, depending on the type of injury. The members of the team work in consultation with each other to bring about the best possible outcome. While some areas of their specialty may overlap, each member has a distinct role to play in the patient’s recovery.

Because Yoga has so many wide-reaching benefits, many doctors who scoff at alternative medicine are now recommending Yoga to their patients. People who suffer from allergies, heart conditions, back pain, sinus conditions and some types of arthritis are turning to Yoga for relief.

Headaches sometimes involve or stem from pain in the neck. Computer users, long-distance drivers and others whose jobs require them to keep their head in one position for a long time often suffer from these types of headaches. Head or neck pain accompanied by slurred speech, blurred vision and weakness on one side of the body warrants emergency medical attention. You should also see your doctor if you suffer from frequent, recurring headaches.

Some computer screens are placed at a level above the worker’s eyes, forcing him/her to keep looking up. This is bad for your neck, and it will let you know it.

In general, we think that children are impervious to serious injuries, given their boundless energy and great flexibility. However, we cannot take their health for granted.

For many people, aging is associated with a decline in strength, flexibility and vitality. In addition, illnesses such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes and a host of others usually appear with increasing age. Nowadays, many people are discovering that exercise can provide relief or stave off these negative offshoots of aging.

In spite of imperfections, people resist changing bedding material for months, even years after its “best before” date. However, for health reasons, there comes a time when even the most reliable mattress must be replaced. Here are five sure signs that it’s time to replace your mattress