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

Most people don’t even know that they have a problematic posture. Those who admit to having a poor posture often don’t know what to do about it. Hence education is crucial. Correct desk and computer setup is simple and effective to avoid these potentially disabling problems.

Some people think of physiotherapists as either drill sergeants or glorified exercise coaches. However, physiotherapists are highly trained professionals who have studied the design, structure and function of bones, muscles, ligaments and joints in depth. This helps them accurately diagnose and treat conditions which restrict mobility and normal function, helping you heal better, faster and preventing recurrence of such injuries.

Lumbar lordosis is an inward curve of the spine, it is found in the small of the back, just above the waistline. The lordosis is lost whenever the lower back is ‘rounded’, as usually occurs when people sit or when they bend forward. And if the lordosis is lost often or for long periods or both, lower back problems frequently result.

It’s so easy to gain weight over the holidays. Reason is plain and simple: over-indulgence in food and alcohol (and sweets). Couple this with decreased physical activity to leave behind a tiring year, and you have the perfect formula to get you way off your diet track. no wonder most new year resolutions include weight loss.