tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11392337817292590082024-03-21T21:11:08.471-07:00MYO Therapy & Healthcare InstituteMyo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.comBlogger85125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-4677914140484965572015-09-27T19:31:00.002-07:002015-09-27T19:32:13.405-07:00What Does Osteopathy Treat?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #660000;"><b>Osteopathy</b></span> is a form of drug-free non-invasive manual medicine
that focuses on total body health by treating and strengthening the
musculoskeletal framework, which includes the joints, muscles and spine.
Its aim is to positively affect the body's nervous, circulatory and
lymphatic systems. </span></span></span><br />
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This therapy is a unique holistic (whole body) approach to health care.
Osteopaths do not simply concentrate on treating the problem area, but
use manual techniques to balance all the systems of the body, to provide
overall good health and wellbeing. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Dr. Andrew Taylor Still established the practice of Osteopathy in the
late 1800s in the United States of America, with the aim of using manual
'hands on' techniques to improve circulation and correct altered
biomechanics, without the use of drugs. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #660000;">What does osteopathy treat?</span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Osteopaths treat more than you think</b>........</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Many patients present with complaints of aches in the head, back, neck, and heel/ foot pain; sciatica; shin splints; <a class="keywords" href="http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/175848.php" title="What is tennis elbow? What causes tennis elbow?">tennis elbow</a> and <a class="keywords" href="http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/176443.php" title="What is repetitive strain injury (RSI)? What causes repetitive strain injury?">repetitive strain injury</a>. Other patients suffer from asthma; arthritis; digestive problems; carpal tunnel syndrome; whiplash and postural problems.
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Osteopaths also deal regularly with patients who have been injured in the workplace, at home or while playing sport. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">What are the qualities of Osteopathy</span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="color: #660000;"><b>The philosophy of Osteopathy</b></span> is what sets it apart from other
medical disciplines. The key principles are based on all parts of the
body functioning together in an integrated manner. If one part of the
body is restricted, then the rest of the body must adapt and compensate
for this, eventually leading to <a class="keywords" href="http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/248423.php" title="Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment">inflammation</a>,
pain, stiffness and other health conditions. When the body is free of
restrictions in movement, Osteopathic treatment assists the body with
pain minimisation, reduced <a class="keywords" href="http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/145855.php" title="What Is Stress? How To Deal With Stress">stress</a> and greater mobility providing the body with the opportunity to heal itself. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Osteopaths use a broad range of gentle hands-on techniques including
soft tissue stretching, deep tactile pressure, and mobilisation or
manipulation of joints.
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In some cases, Osteopaths can complement the advice given by GPs. For example, people who suffer from <a class="keywords" href="http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/7621.php" title="Arthritis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments">arthritis</a>
are often prescribed medication by their GP. In addition to that,
Osteopaths can ease the pain caused by joint and muscle stiffness, by
improving joint mobility and the flow of blood to the joints, and show
arthritis sufferers how to prevent causing injury to themselves. </span></span></span><br />
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Osteopathy is a five-year university course, which includes a degree and
masters qualification. Senior Osteopathy students complete clinical
training under the supervision of registered Osteopaths at student
teaching clinics. </span></span></span><br />
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Osteopaths believe in working as part of a health system of health
providers and often refer back to the G.P. or another allied health
professional where appropriate. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;">Benefits of Osteopathy</span></span></span></h2>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #660000;"><b>Osteopathic treatment in itself is not 'preventative'</b>.</span> <span style="color: #7f6000;">Osteopaths
respect the body's natural ability as a self-regulating mechanism and
only intervene when pain or discomfort is present. The benefits of
osteopathy are the general improvement in mobility and structural
stability of the body. In turn, other systems of the body such as the
circulatory, nervous and lymphatic systems function more effectively and
for a number of general conditions, minimal treatment is required. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Myasthenia gravis is a rare long-term condition that causes certain muscles to become weak. </strong></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">It mainly affects muscles that are controlled voluntarily <span>–</span> often those controlling eye and eyelid movement, facial expression, chewing, swallowing and speaking.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Sometimes, the muscles that control breathing, neck and limb movements are also affected. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">The muscle weakness associated with myasthenia gravis is usually worse
during, or just after, physical activity and improves with rest. The
symptoms are often described as being at their worst when a person is
tired, for example, at the end of the day.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></span></span></span><b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">What causes myasthenia gravis?</span></span></span></b><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune condition that affects the nerves
and muscles. Autoimmune conditions are caused by the body's immune
system mistakenly attacking healthy tissue.</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">In myasthenia gravis, the immune system produces antibodies (proteins) that block or damage muscle receptor cells.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">This prevents messages being passed from the nerve endings to the
muscles, which results in the muscles not contracting (tightening) and
becoming weak. </span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">It's not fully understood why some people's immune systems produce
specific antibodies that block the nerve's signal to the muscle.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Diagnosing myasthenia gravis </span></span></span></h3>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">The process of diagnosing myasthenia gravis can take a long time
because muscle weakness is a common symptom of many different
conditions.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Your GP will look at your medical history and symptoms. They may
suspect myasthenia gravis if your eye movements are impaired or if you
have muscle weakness but you're still able to feel things. Around half
of people with myasthenia gravis initially develop symptoms of double
vision or eyelid droop, with more than 90% of people developing these
symptoms at some point during the illness.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">You may be referred to a neurologist (specialist in nervous system
disorders), who will carry out some tests to help confirm the diagnosis.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Although there's no cure for myasthenia gravis, treatments are
available to help control the symptoms and improve muscle weakness. </span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Medication can be used to improve communication between the nerves and muscles, and to increase muscle strength.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Immunosuppressants are a type of medication used to improve muscle
strength by controlling the production of abnormal antibodies.</span></span></span><br />
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remove the thymus gland (a thymectomy). The thymus gland is found
underneath the breastbone and is part of the immune system. It's often
abnormal in people with myasthenia gravis.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Some people may experience a temporary or permanent period of
remission (where there are no longer symptoms) and treatment can be
stopped.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Permanent remissions occur in about a third of all people who have a
thymectomy. Removing a thymus gland tumour (thymoma) usually has little
or no effect on the underlying myasthenia gravis.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Who is affected by myasthenia gravis?</span></span></span></h3>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Myasthenia gravis is a rare condition, affecting about 15 in every 100,000 people in the North of America.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">It can develop at any age, but most commonly affects women under 40
years of age and men over 60. Cases of myasthenia gravis are increasing,
particularly in people over 50, but the reasons for this increase
aren't fully understood.</span></span></span>Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-35446957062382181882015-05-31T13:44:00.001-07:002015-05-31T13:46:25.752-07:00Emotional Hygiene<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If you don’t know what emotional hygiene is, don’t worry; most people don’t! </span></span></i></span></b><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Here’s a brief definition:</span></span></b></span>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In much the same way that dental hygiene involves brushing our teeth
and flossing every day, and personal hygiene involves cleaning ourselves
and taking care of physical injuries when we sustain them, <i>emotional hygiene</i> refers to being mindful of our<span style="color: #cc0000;"> <i>psychological</i></span> health and adopting brief daily habits to monitor and address psychological wounds when we sustain them.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Currently, our general neglect of our emotional hygiene is profound.
How is it we spend more time each day taking care of our teeth than our
minds? We brush and floss but what daily activity do we do to maintain
our psychological health?</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I would argue the consequences of lacking emotional hygiene are much
worse that lacking dental hygiene—after all, which would you rather
lose, a tooth or your mind?</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Indeed, it seems that all our attention goes toward our <i>physical</i> health with none left over for our <i>psychological</i>
health. How many habits have you adopted and changed over the years to
better your physical health? All the constantly changing dietary
practices and exercise regimes; self-exams for breast or testicular
cancer; annual check-ups; physical therapies; and the many
over-the-counter remedies we use for aches and pains.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Now ask yourself what habits you’ve adopted to better your
psychological health: Do you monitor psychological injuries such as
failure or rejection when you sustain them, to make sure your self-esteem recovers and rebounds? Are you aware of the ways negative self-talk impacts your emotional resilience?
Do you know how to break out of a cycle of ruminating and brooding
about distressing events? Chances are the answer to these questions is
no.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">To get you started, here are five tips for improving your emotional hygiene:</span></span></span></b><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>1. Pay Attention to Emotional Pain</b></span></span>
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">If a physical ache or pain doesn’t get better in a few days, you
probably take some kind of action. The same should be true of
psychological pain. If you find yourself hurting emotionally for several
days because of a rejection, a failure, a bad mood, or any other
reason, it means you’ve sustained a psychological wound and you need to <span style="color: #990000;"><i>treat it</i> </span>with emotional-first-aid techniques.
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>2. Stop Emotional Bleeding</b></span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Many psychological wounds launch vicious cycles that only make the
pain worse. For example, failure can lead to a lack of confidence and
feelings of helplessness that only make you more likely to fail again in
the future. Having awareness of these consequences, catching these
negative cycles, and stopping your emotional bleeding by correcting them
is crucial in many such situations.
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>3. </b></span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Protect Your Self-Esteem</strong></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Our self-esteem acts as an emotional immune system which can buffer us and lend us greater emotional resilience.
Therefore, we should get in the habit of monitoring our self-esteem,
boosting it when it is low, and avoiding negative self-talk of the kind
that damages it further.</span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b> </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>4. Battle Negative Thinking</b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">It is natural to think about distressing events, but when our
thinking becomes repetitive we are no longer problem-solving, we are <i>ruminating</i>.
Ruminating can be very costly to our psychological health, as well as
to our physical health, and can put us at risk for clinical depression and even cardiovascular disease. We have to battle negative thinking and avoid falling into the habit of over-focusing on distressing events.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>5. </b></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Become Informed About the Impact of Psychological </b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b> Wounds</b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">There is much more we need to learn about emotional hygiene and how
to treat psychological wounds. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Fortunately, much information is
available in this blog as well as elsewhere on Psychology Today.com. When
you learn how to treat psychological wounds—and teach your children how
to do so as well—you will not only build emotional resilience, you will
thrive.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #b45f06;"> </span><b><span class="short_text" id="result_box" lang="en"><span class="hps">Reference:</span></span></b></span><b><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> by Guy Winch </span></b></span> Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-43597987248714772832015-03-15T20:09:00.000-07:002015-03-15T20:09:00.134-07:00Lung Collapse<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><i><span style="color: #990000;">A collapse of the lung, also called pneumothorax, occurs when air
that normally circulates within the lung leaks into the space between
the lung and the chest wall, pushing the lung down or causing it to
collapse. This causes the affected section of the lung to shut down. In
most cases, only a portion of the lung collapses, leaving the rest of
the lung intact. </span></i></b></span></span><br />
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A severe lung collapse can cause low blood oxygen levels, respiratory
failure, cardiac arrest, and shock. This is a medical emergency and
can be fatal if not treated immediately.</span></i></b></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">What Causes Lung Collapse? </span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A lung collapse can occur as the result of trauma to the chest, damaged lung tissue, or a malfunction within the lung itself.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Trauma</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Pneumothorax is usually caused by trauma to the chest. Traumatic events can include:</span></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">a rib fracture</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">a gun shot wound</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">a knife wound</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">a hard blow to the chest</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">a lung biopsy (using a needle through the chest)</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">endoscopy procedures</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Damaged Lung Tissue</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Damaged lung tissue can also cause lung collapse. Damaged tissue
isn’t as strong as healthy tissue, so it collapses more easily. This
damage can be a result of inflammatory or traumatic lung disease, but
it can also be caused by: and </span></span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">tuberculosis</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">pneumonia</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">lung cancer</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">sarcoidosis (a chronic, nodular inflammatory disease) </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">pulmonary fibrosis (the formation of excess connective tissue in the lungs)</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">cystic fibrosis (hereditary condition with buildup of thick mucus in lungs and other organs) </span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Air Blebs</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Air blebs are small, air-filled blisters that form on the outer
lining of your lungs. They are not a sign of any disease or other lung
condition, and experts aren’t sure why they form in certain people.
Sometimes, these air blisters rupture spontaneously or due to changes
in air pressure and cause pneumothorax. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="Symptoms"></a><span style="color: red;">When to See a Doctor About Your Symptoms</span> </span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When pneumothorax first occurs, you may feel a <span style="color: #990000;"><strong>sharp pain in your chest</strong> </span>that gets worse if you cough. You may also have <span style="color: #990000;"><strong>difficulty breathing</strong> </span>or <span style="color: #990000;"><strong>shortness of breath</strong></span>.
These symptoms can cause mild discomfort in some patients and are
often confused with the symptoms of a chest cold or bronchitis. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
If the collapse affects a larger portion of your lung, you may
experience other symptoms in conjunction with chest pain and shortness
of breath. </span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">These symptoms include:</span></span></span></b><br />
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<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">tiring easily</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">a rapid heart beat</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">a tight feeling in the chest</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">bluish skin tone</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">low blood pressure</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">flared nostrils when breathing</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">All symptoms of pneumothorax should be treated as a medical
emergency. Even if the symptoms are mild, seek urgent care as soon as
possible. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Part 4 of 6: Diagnosis</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="Diagnosis"></a><span style="color: red;">Diagnosing Pneumothorax </span></span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The doctor will listen to your lungs with a stethoscope while asking
you to breathe deeply and exhale. If your lung has collapsed, the
doctor will have trouble hearing breathing sounds from the affected
lung. If the doctor has trouble hearing your breathing sounds, he or
she may order imaging tests to get a better look at your lungs. </span></span></span><br />
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Doctors can easily identify a collapsed lung using a chest X-ray.
Your doctor may also order an imaging test called a CT (computerized
tomography) scan to view the affected lung in more detail.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Part 5 of 6: Treatment</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="Treatment"></a><span style="color: red;">Treating Lung Collapse </span></span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Treatments for a collapsed lung are designed to restore lung function by removing external pressure on the lung. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When Treatment is Unnecessary</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If the lung collapse is mild or affects only a small portion of the
lung, your doctor may choose to monitor it carefully rather than treat
it. Throughout the course of observation you may have several chest
X-rays. You may also be ordered to rest more to speed up the healing
process. If your doctor feels it is necessary, he or she may give you
supplemental oxygen to help your lungs recover. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Suctioning Off Excess Air</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">For collapses that affect a larger area of the lung, you will need
treatment to remove the excess air from your chest cavity. The air may
be removed using a chest tube or needle. A needle with a syringe is
inserted into your chest near the area of collapse and in the area of
your rib cage. Your doctor then pulls up the syringe on the needle to
suction out the air. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
A chest tube is used in the same way, though it is usually connected
to a water seal container or a machine that suctions the air
continuously. If the area of collapsed lung is large, the machine may
need to suction the area for several days.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Surgery</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If an air leak from the lung is the underlying cause of the
collapse, surgery may be necessary to repair the leak. Your doctors
will make two small incisions in your chest and insert a fiber optic
camera into one of them to view the lung. A surgical tool will be
inserted into the other incision and used to close the leak. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
If an air bleb is to blame, the surgeon will sew it closed. If no
bleb is visible, he or she will instill a talc-like substance into the
pleural space to cause irritation. The irritated will then seal itself
together to close off the leak. </span></span></span><br />
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Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-25723201561568883612015-03-15T19:32:00.002-07:002015-03-15T19:32:36.064-07:00Do You Know About Alzheimer's Disease?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">What Do You Want to Know About Alzheimer's Disease?</span></span></span></i></h1>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Alzheimer’s disease is
a progressive form of dementia that interferes with behavior, memory,
and thinking. Dementia is a broader term for memory loss and cognitive
deficits that interfere with daily activities of living. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Most individuals with the condition are diagnosed after the age of 65,
but it is possible to be diagnosed earlier; this is called early-onset
Alzheimer’s. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease
makes up 50 to 80 percent of cases of dementia (<span style="color: blue;">Alzheimer’s
Association</span>).
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Causes and Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s</span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">While there has not been a single cause identified for
Alzheimer’s disease, certain risk factors have been identified. Having one or
more risk factors does not necessarily mean you will get the disease; talk with
your doctor about your specific risk of developing the condition.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Three of the major risk factors for Alzheimer’s are described
below:</span></span></span><br />
<br /><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;"><strong>Age:</strong></span>
The most important risk factor is age. Most individuals who have this condition
are 65 years of age or older.</span></span></span></div>
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<br /><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;"><strong>Family
history:</strong></span> Individuals with an immediate family member who has the condition
are more likely to develop the disease than those who do not. Scientists think
both genetics and environmental factors play a role in this phenomenon.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><br /></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><strong><span style="color: red;">Genetics:</span>
</strong>Certain genes called risk genes and deterministic genes have been linked to
developing Alzheimer’s disease</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Symptoms of Alzheimer’s</span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">While everyone has episodes of forgetfulness, people with
Alzheimer’s display certain ongoing behaviors that disrupt and impact daily
functioning.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Symptoms may include:</span></span></span></b><br />
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<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">memory loss affecting daily life activities,
such as keeping appointments or remembering newly learned directions</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">difficulties with problem solving</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">disorientation to time or place</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">trouble with familiar tasks, such as using a
microwave</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">speech and writing difficulties</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">poor or decreased judgment </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">decreased grooming or personal hygiene</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">isolation, withdrawal from friends, family, and
community</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">mood and personality changes</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s</span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The only definitive way to diagnose an individual with
Alzheimer’s disease is upon autopsy, by looking at brain tissue, but there are
tests a doctor can do to rule out other conditions and diagnose dementia.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The doctor will take a medical history, including any
illnesses of family members, medications you have taken and are taking
currently, and any past illnesses you have had. Questions about diet and
alcohol use are also asked.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A physical exam is typically done, including a blood
pressure check, and the patient’s temperature is taken, along with the pulse.
If necessary, your doctor might ask for urine or blood samples, but not
necessarily.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A neurological exam is done to exclude any other possible
diagnoses. Reflexes, muscle tone, speech, and sensation are all tested. This is
to check for conditions like Parkinson’s or stroke. Sometimes brain imaging
studies, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), are performed.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Mental status tests are done, including asking the patient
what day and year it is, who the President is, remembering a short list of
words, and so forth. This helps determine short and long-term memory and
orientation to place and time. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but there are
medications and behavior modifications that can help ease symptoms. Before
going on any medications, it is best to talk with your healthcare professional
to see what treatment plan is best for you, since each patient is different.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">For early to moderate stage Alzheimer’s, medications like donepezil
(Aricept) or rivastigmine (Exelon) are commonly used. These keep high levels of
the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the brain, to aid with memory.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Moderate to severe Alzheimer’s is medically treated with memantine
(Namenda) or the aforementioned donepezil, which helps moderate glutamate and
slows down symptom progression in some people.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Vitamin E has been suggested to help individuals with
Alzheimer’s, but should only be taken under the supervision of a healthcare
professional, since it can interfere with common medications taken for the
disease.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, and
antipsychotics have also been used in the treatment of Alzheimer’s to ease
depressed moods, restlessness, aggression, agitation, and hallucinations.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Non-drug treatments involve redirecting the patient’s
attention to the task at hand, avoiding confrontation, ensuring a calm and
reassuring environment, and building in rest time each day.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Before deciding on a treatment, it is best to fully review
your options and talk with your healthcare provider about the choices available
to you and when you can chose to change course of treatment. </span></span></span><br />
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<i><b><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Are you having trouble sleeping at night? Sleep difficulties could be caused by your diet. Here are 12 foods that are scientifically
proven to promote rest and help you get a bit of much-needed shut eye:</span></span></span></b></i><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>1. Chicken</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Chicken
contains Vitamin B6 which produces tryptophan - an amino acid that
encourages secretion of serotonin. Serotonin, the 'happy hormone' is a
natural sedative, increasing tiredness, making it easier to get to
sleep, and reducing night disturbances.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>2. Warm milk</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Dairy
is another great source of tryptophan(<span style="color: blue;">色氨酸</span>), but a glass of warm milk
could be advantageous in other ways too. Not just an old wives' tale,
warm milk may have psychological benefits, reminding you of your
childhood and providing a calming effect.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>3. Salmon</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Salmon
contains Vitamin B12, which scientists have found 'exerts a direct
influence on melatonin' - the hormone that regulates your sleep/wake
cycles and helps keep the body clock in check. Melatonin
supplementation is often used as a treatment for insomnia.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>4. Mushrooms</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Mushrooms
are full of Vitamin D which affects the diencephalon(<span style="color: blue;">間腦</span>) - the region
of the brain that controls the sleep/wake cycles. According to
researchers, Vitamin D deficiencies are a major cause of sleep disorders.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>5. Spinach</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Dark
leafy greens like spinach are good sources of magnesium. Magnesium has
been found to increase total length of sleep because it promotes the
production of melatonin in the body, balancing the sleep/wake cycle.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>6. Tuna</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Tuna
contains nicotinamide (niacin) - a Vitamin B3 that has been shown to
increase rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and encourages a good
night's rest. Other oily and fatty fishes like salmon, mackerel, and
sardines are also good choices.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>7. Pumpkin seeds</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If you suffer from restless leg syndrome - a common cause of night disturbances - you may have an iron
deficiency. Increased iron intake, from pumpkin seeds for example, can
increase sleep efficiency in restless leg sufferers from 75.7 to 84.0
per cent. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>8. Tonic water</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Similarly,
quinine has been claimed to reduce legs cramps during the night which can affect sleep. Quinine is found in tonic water, but stick to
just a small glass before bed as giant quantities could have some
unpleasant side effects such as diarrhoea.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>9. Herbals teas</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Some
ingredients of herbal teas, like valerian and kava, are believed to
target GABAa receptors in the body. These receptors transmit data
directly to the brain and, as they act as mild sedatives, they instruct
the brain to take a little rest.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>10. Bananas</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Potassium,
found in large quantities in bananas, has been seen to quickly relax
muscles in animals, and although research on humans is limited, it
is expected to have similar results. Relaxing the muscles and unwinding
is a good way to encourage sleep.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>11. Egg white omelette</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Egg
whites are chock full of serine - an amino acid that regulates blood
sugar and provides mild sedative effects. In studies, ability to get to
sleep, and duration of sleep, are better with serine
supplementation than with a placebo.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>12. Toast</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Carbohydrates
like bread are a great source of energy - they cause a rapid rise in
blood sugar, followed by a 'crash'. In some instances, such as
before bed, this crash can actually be beneficial. Aim to eat about an
hour before bed for best results.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">References:By Jennifer Watts</span></span></span></b>Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-28743979151762651592015-02-20T21:52:00.000-08:002015-02-20T21:52:11.876-08:00Chinese Cupping Therapy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Cupping is one of the oldest methods of traditional Chinese medicine.
The earliest recorded use of cupping dates to the early fourth century,
when the noted herbalist Ge Hong wrote about a form of cupping in <em>A Handbook of Prescriptions</em>.
Later books written during the Tang and Qing dynasties described
cupping in great detail; one textbook included an entire chapter on
“fire jar <em>qi</em>,” a type of cupping that could alleviate headaches, dizziness and abdominal pain.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Originally, practitioners would use hollowed-out animal horns for
cups, and place them over particular points or meridians. Today, most
acupuncturists use cups made of thick glass or plastic, although bamboo,
iron and pottery cups are still used in other countries. Glass cups are
the preferred method of delivery, because they do not break as easily
as pottery or deteriorate like bamboo, and they allow the acupuncturist
to see the skin and evaluate the effects of treatment.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">How does cupping work? What does it treat?</span></span></span></b></div>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">In a typical cupping session, glass cups are warmed using a
cotton ball or other flammable substance, which is soaked in alcohol,
let, then placed inside the cup. Burning a substance inside the cup
removes all the oxygen, which creates a vacuum.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">As the substance burns, the cup is turned upside-down so that
the practitioner can place the cup over a specific area. The vacuum
created by the lack of oxygen anchors the cup to the skin and pulls it
upward on the inside of the glass as the air inside the jar cools.
Drawing up the skin is believed to open up the skin’s pores, which helps
to stimulate the flow of blood, balances and realigns the flow of <em>qi</em>, breaks up obstructions, and creates an avenue for toxins to be drawn out of the body.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Depending on the condition being treated, the cups will be left
in place from 5 to 10 minutes. Several cups may be placed on a
patient’s body at the same time. Some practitioners will also apply
small amounts of medicated oils or herbal oils to the skin just before
the cupping procedure, which lets them move the cups up and down
particular acupoints or meridians after they have been applied.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">In
China, cupping is used primarily to treat respiratory conditions such
as bronchitis, asthma, and congestion; arthritis; gastrointestinal
disorders; and certain types of pain. Some practitioners also use
cupping to treat depression and reduce swelling. Fleshy sites on the
body, such as the back and stomach (and, to a lesser extent, the arms
and legs), are the preferred sites for treatment.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">How many types of cupping are there?</span></span></span></b></div>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">In addition to the traditional form of cupping described above,
which is known as “dry” cupping, some practitioners also use what is
called “wet” or “air” cupping. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">In “air” cupping, instead of using a flame to heat the cup, the
cup is applied to the skin, and a suction pump is attached to the
rounded end of the jar. The pump is then used to create the vacuum. In
“wet” cupping, the skin is punctured before treatment. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When the cup is
applied and the skin is drawn up, a small amount of blood may flow from
the puncture site, which are believed to help remove harmful substances
and toxins from the body.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Is cupping safe? Does it hurt?</span></span></span></b></div>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">While cupping is considered relatively safe (especially air
cupping, which does not include the risk of fire and heat), it can cause
some swelling and bruising on the skin. As the skin under a cup is
drawn up, the blood vessels at the surface of the skin expand. This may
result in small, circular bruises on the areas where the cups were
applied. These bruises are usually painless, however, and disappear
within a few days of treatment.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">In addition, there are several instances where cupping should
not be performed. Patients with inflamed skin; cases of high fever or
convulsions; and patients who bleed easily, are not suitable candidates
for cupping. Pregnant women should not have cupping on their stomach or
lower back. If the cups are being moved, they should not cross bony
areas, such as the ridges of the spine or the shoulder blades.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Causes
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Normal voluntary muscle contraction begins when electrical signals are
sent from the brain through the spinal cord along nerve cells called
motor neurons.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">These include both the upper motor neurons within the
brain and the lower motor neurons within the spinal cord and leading out
to the muscle. At the muscle, chemicals released by the motor neuron
stimulate the internal release of calcium ions from stores within the
muscle cell. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">These calcium ions then interact with muscle proteins
within the cell, causing the proteins (actin and myosin) to slide past
one another. This motion pulls their fixed ends closer, thereby
shortening the cell and, ultimately, the muscle itself. Recapture of
calcium and unlinking of actin and myosin allows the muscle fiber to
relax. </span></span></span><br />
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Abnormal contraction may be caused by abnormal activity at any stage in
this process. Certain mechanisms within the brain and the rest of the
central nervous system help regulate contraction. Interruption of these
mechanisms can cause spasm. Motor neurons that are overly sensitive may
fire below their normal thresholds. The muscle membrane itself may be
over sensitive, causing contraction without stimulation. Calcium ions
may not be recaptured quickly enough, causing prolonged contraction. </span></span></span><br />
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Interuption of brain mechanisms and overly sensitive motor neurons may
result from damage to the nerve pathways. Possible causes include
stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, neurodegenerative diseases,
trauma, spinal cord injury, and nervous system poisons such as
strychnine, tetanus, and certain insecticides. Nerve damage may lead to a
prolonged or permanent muscle shortening called contracture. </span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Changes in muscle responsiveness may be due to or associated with:
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<b><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Prolonged exercise:</span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Curiously, relaxation of a muscle actually
requires energy to be expended. The energy is used to recapture calcium
and to unlink actin and myosin. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Normally, sensations of pain and fatigue
signal that it is time to rest. Ignoring or overriding those warning
signals can lead to such severe energy depletion that the muscle cannot
be relaxed, causing a cramp. The familiar advice about not swimming
after a heavy meal, when blood flow is directed away from the muscles,
is intended to avoid this type of cramp.</span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Dehydration and salt depletion:</span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This may be brought on by
protracted vomiting or diarrhea, or by copious sweating during prolonged
exercise, especially in high temperatures. Loss of fluids and
salts—especially sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium—can disrupt
ion balances in both muscle and nerves. This can prevent them from
responding and recovering normally, and can lead to cramp.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Metabolic disorders that affect the energy supply in muscle. </span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">These
are inherited diseases in which particular muscle enzymes are deficient.
They include deficiencies of myophosphorylase (McArdle's disease),
phosphorylase b kinase, phosphofructokinase, phosphoglycerate kinase,
and lactate dehydrogenase.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #990000;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Myotonia:</span></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This causes stiffness due to delayed relaxation of the
muscle, but does not cause the spontaneous contraction usually
associated with cramps. However, many patients with myotonia do
experience cramping from exercise. Symptoms of myotonia are often worse
in the cold. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Myotonias include myotonic dystrophy, myotonia congenita,
paramyotonia congenita, and neuromyotonia.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Risk Factors
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Anyone is at risk for muscle spasms. </span></span></span></div>
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The pain of a muscle cramp is intense, localized, and often debilitating
Coming on quickly, it may last for minutes and fade gradually.
Contractures develop more slowly, over days or weeks, and may be
permanent if untreated. Fasciculations may occur at rest or after muscle
contraction, and may last several minutes. </span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Diagnosis
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Abnormal contractions are diagnosed through a careful medical history,
physical and neurological examination, and electromyography of the
affected muscles. Electromyography records electrical activity in the
muscle during rest and movement. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>Treatment
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Most cases of simple cramps require no treatment other than patience and
stretching. Gently and gradually stretching and massaging the affected
muscle may ease the pain and hasten recovery.
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More prolonged or regular cramps may be treated with drugs such as
carbamazepine, phenytoin, or quinine. Fluid and salt replacement, either
orally or intravenously, is used to treat dehydration. Treatment of
underlying metabolic or neurologic disease, where possible, may help
relieve symptoms.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Alternative Treatment
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Cramps may be treated or prevented with Gingko (Ginkgo biloba) or
Japanese quince (Chaenomeles speciosa). Supplements of vitamin E,
niacin, calcium, and magnesium may also help. Taken at bedtime, they may
help to reduce the likelihood of night cramps. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>Prevention
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The likelihood of developing cramps may be reduced by eating a healthy
diet with appropriate levels of minerals, and getting regular exercise
to build up energy reserves in muscle. Avoiding exercising in extreme
heat helps prevent heat cramps. Heat cramps can also be avoided by
taking salt tablets and water before prolonged exercise in extreme heat. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Taking a warm bath before bedtime may increase circulation to the legs
and reduce the incidence of nighttime leg cramps. </span></span></span>Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-31235708062236984822015-02-08T15:26:00.003-08:002015-02-08T15:29:59.057-08:00What Is Metabolic Syndrome?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Understanding Metabolic Syndrome</span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #783f04;">Metabolic syndrome is not a disease in itself. Instead, it's a group of risk factors -- <span style="color: red;">high blood pressure</span>, <span style="color: red;">high blood sugar, unhealthy cholesterol levels, and abdominal fat.</span></span></span></span></div>
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isn't good. But when they're combined, they set the stage for grave
problems. These risk factors double your risk of blood vessel and <span style="color: red;">heart disease</span>, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. They increase your risk of diabetes by five times.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Risk Factors for Metabolic Syndrome</span></span></span></h3>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #783f04;">According to the American Heart Association and the
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, there are five risk factors
that make up metabolic syndrome.</span></span></span></div>
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Large Waist Size</b> </span></span></div>
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It's a collection of risk factors, not a single disease. So it probably
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Insulin resistance:</b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Insulin is a hormone that helps your
body use glucose -- a simple sugar made from the food you eat -- as
energy. In people with insulin resistance, the insulin doesn't work as
well so your body keeps making more and more of it to cope with the
rising level of glucose. Eventually, this can lead to diabetes. Insulin
resistance is closely connected to having excess weight in the belly.</span></span></span></div>
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rates. In addition, having extra fat in the belly -- as opposed to
elsewhere in the body -- seems to increase your risk.</span></span></span></div>
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fertility -- is related to hormonal imbalance and metabolic syndrome.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">People often overlook working on their posterior (back) muscles when
doing strength training, and focus only on looking good from the front.
But there are several good reasons for you to pay attention to your
back muscles as well. Here’s why:</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Burn more calories</b>:</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">as you know, the more muscle
mass you have, the more calories you will burn. Posterior muscles are a
big part of your body, and by building them, you will create twice as
much calorie-burning mass, than if you only focused on your front.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b> </b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Look leaner</b>:</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">many women tend to think that
building shoulder and back muscles is not necessary, as it will make
them look too muscular and bulky. In reality, if you take the time to
work out those muscle groups, you will look leaner overall, as muscle
takes up less space than fat. Plus, a nicely sculpted back and shoulders
look very sexy and still feminine.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b> </b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">if you only focus on building
muscles on the front of your body, and neglect the posterior ones, you
are more likely to suffer injuries, such as pulled muscles or joint
pain. Strong muscles support joints and if you’ve built them all over
the body, your joints will be less likely to get injured. Also,
strengthening your back muscles will lead to better posture.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><b>Have better symmetry</b>:</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Building both your front and
back muscles will give your body a more symmetrical and
well-proportionate appearance. For example, building your calf muscles
will create the illusion of thinner thighs, as the legs will be more
balanced.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When you’ve never tried yoga,
it can be intimidating, especially if you’ve been scoping the
jaw-dropping, super bendy, pretzel-like poses your girlfriend practices
each morning. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">But relax: It’s actually the most basic postures—not the
fancy positions—that provide you with the foundation of flexibility and
strength that every man needs. That’s why we’ve put together this
collection of poses, which you’ll return to again and again.</span></span></span><br />
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them first at home—holding each pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute while
keeping your breathing smooth throughout—and you’ll be ready to dive
into <i>any</i> fast-moving yoga class.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">1. Mountain Pose</span></span></span></h4>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Simple but effective, mountain pose
builds a solid foundation for all other standing poses. It strengthens
and returns flexibility to your feet, improves your posture, and works
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Stand with your big toes touching and
heels slightly apart. Balance the weight evenly on your feet and lift up
the arches. Engage the thigh muscles slightly to lift up the kneecaps,
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b> </b>With every inhale, imagine
lengthening your spine by stretching your head toward the ceiling. Keep
your shoulders relaxed and your shoulder blades drawing down your back.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Like other standing balance poses,
tree pose will improve your focus while strengthening the muscles in
your ankles, calves and thighs. It also stretches the inner thigh and
groin muscles on the bent leg.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Shift your weight onto your right
foot, pressing it firmly onto the floor. Bend the leftt leg at the knee
and place the sole of the left foot on your inner right thigh. Point the
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sole of the foot on the inner calf or ankle (but avoid the knee). Bring
your palms together in front of your chest and keep your weight centered
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keeping your hips parallel to the front of the room. Release the foot
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">To improve your balance, keep your attention on the floor a few feet in front of you.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b><span style="color: #783f04;">Start in mountain pose with your hands
on your hips, then exhale, tucking your chin slightly toward your chest
and bending forward at the hips. (As you fold forward, lengthen the
front of your torso to avoid curling the spine.) Relax your head, neck
and shoulders and let your arms hang loosely. </span></span></span><br />
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fingertips on the floor beside or slightly in front of your feet. (If
you can’t touch the floor, cross your forearms and grab your elbows.) To
come out of the pose, bring your hands to your hips and lift up on an
inhale. Keep your chin tucked and lengthen the front of your torso as
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tight, bend your knees slightly to let the spine stretch toward the
floor. Avoid pulling yourself down with your hands—let gravity do the
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Warrior I is often encountered during
the Sun Salutation sequence. In addition to improving your balance, this
pose stretches and strengthens the ankles, calves and thighs. It also
stretches the chest, lungs, shoulders and groin.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>From mountain pose, step your right
foot forward and lift your arms overhead. Turn your left foot 45 to 60
degrees to the left. Bend your right knee until it is over the ankle.
Bring the hips parallel to the front of the room. Arch your upper back
slightly, lifting your chest up toward the ceiling. Press your palms
together, if possible, or keep your hands shoulder width apart with your
palms facing each other. Look forward or up at your thumbs. When done,
step the right foot back into mountain pose. Repeat on the other side.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The most challenging part of this
pose is lining up the front heel with the arch of the back foot. If you
feel unbalanced, widen your stance.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Downward-facing dog, another pose
found in the Sun Salutation sequence, strengthens the legs and arms,
while stretching the calves, hamstrings, shoulders, hands and wrists.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Start on your hands and knees, with
your hands just in front of your shoulders and your knees directly below
your hips. Press your hands firmly onto the floor, with index fingers
pointing forward. As you exhale, lift your knees off the floor, keeping
the knees slightly bent. Stretch your tailbone toward the ceiling to
lengthen your spine. Press your heels down toward the floor and your
thighs back to straighten your legs. Keep pressing the base of your
index fingers into the floor and lift along your arms from your hands to
your shoulders. Draw your shoulder blades against your back and down
toward your tailbone. When done, drop your knees to the floor.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">It’s okay to keep the knees
slightly bent in this pose—focus more on lengthening your spine. Use
your triceps to straighten your arms, but keep the shoulders from moving
toward your ears.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>Also known as crescent lunge, this is
similar to Warrior I, except with the back heel lifted and the feet
about hip width apart. In this position, you may find it easier to keep
your hips parallel to the front of the room, but your leg muscles will
work harder to maintain your balance. High lunge will also strengthen
the arms and stretch the muscles of the groin.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>Start in downward-facing dog. As you
exhale, step your left foot forward between your hands, keeping your
left knee over the ankle and your feet hip-width apart. As you inhale,
lift your torso upright and bring your arms out to the side and
overhead. If possible, bring your palms together—or keep the hands
shoulder width apart with the palms facing each other. Press back
through your right heel and lift up through the torso. To come out of
the pose, bring your hands to the floor as you exhale and step back to
downward-facing dog. Repeat on the other side.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Don’t lean forward—keep the torso
directly over the hips, and think about sinking your hips straight
downward while engaging the back thigh to keep the back leg straight.
Don’t let the front knee move ahead of the ankle. To give your legs a
rest, drop the back knee onto a mat or folded blanket, and focus on the
stretch in your groin.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">While often known for its ab-busting
potential, boat pose also works the deep hip flexors, as well as the
spine. When you add in the arms, even your shoulders will get stronger.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Start seated with your legs extended
in front of you. Press your hands into the floor just behind the hips,
pointing your fingers forward. Lean back slightly and lift up through
your chest, to keep your back from rounding. As you exhale, bend your
knees and lift your feet off the floor until your thighs are at a
45-degree angle from the floor. Straighten your legs slowly. When you
feel stable, lift your arms off the floor and bring them out in front of
you, parallel to the floor with the palms facing each other. To come
out of the pose, lower your legs and arms as you exhale.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If your hamstrings are tight,
keep the knees bent so you can maintain the neutral shape of the
spine—similar to as if you were sitting in a chair. For a more intense
workout, lift your arms overhead.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>Locust pose is a great way to slowly
strengthen your back and prepare you for more challenging backbends. In
addition to working the muscles of the spine, locust strengthens the
buttocks and the muscles on the back side of the arms and legs. It will
also stretch the chest, shoulders and thighs.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b> </b>Lie on your belly with your forehead
on the floor and your hands by your hips, palms facing up. Point your
big toes toward each other slightly to roll your thighs inward. As you
exhale, lift your head, chest, arms and legs off the floor. Rest your
weight on your belly, lower ribs and pelvis. As you inhale, lengthen
your spine by stretching your head forward and your legs backward.
Stretch back through your fingertips while keeping your arms parallel to
the floor. Look down or slightly forward to avoid crunching your neck
backward. Lower down on an exhale.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">As you hold the pose, think about
lengthening your spine on every inhale and lifting the chest and legs
slightly higher on each exhale. If you feel pinching in the back, lower
the chest and legs slightly.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>A deeper backbend than locust, bridge pose stretches the front side of the body, as well as the spine and the rib cage.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Lie on your back with your arms by
your side. Bend your knees and bring your heels close to your buttocks,
with the feet about hip width apart. As you exhale, push your feet and
arms into the floor and lift your hips toward the ceiling. Keep your
thighs parallel as your lift. Interlace your fingers beneath your pelvis
and stretch your arms toward your feet. To come out of the pose,
release the hands and lower your hips slowly to the floor on an exhale.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>One of the best yoga poses for
stretching the hamstrings, it also stretches the hips, groin, and
calves. Done properly, it will even strengthen the knees.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>Lie on your back. As you exhale, bend
the left knee and pull it toward your chest. Keep the other leg pressed
firmly onto the floor while pushing the right heel away from you. Hold a
strap in both hands and loop it around the middle of your left foot. As
you inhale, straighten your left leg slowly toward the ceiling. Move
your hands up the strap until your arms are straight, while pressing
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Once your left leg is straight, engage
the left thigh slightly and pull the foot toward your head to increase
the stretch. Stay here for 1 to 3 minutes. Then lower the left leg
slowly toward the ground, keeping the right thigh pressed into the
floor. Continue until the left leg is a few inches off the floor. Work
the foot forward until it is in line with your shoulders. Inhale your
leg back to vertical. Lower the leg and repeat on the other side.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #990000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>How to get better: </b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When you extend the leg upwards,
press the heel toward the ceiling. Once the leg is straight, engage the
thigh slightly and lift up through the ball of the foot.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span>Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-46817573585290988282014-09-01T19:23:00.002-07:002014-09-01T19:23:22.505-07:00Yoga Teachers Wish You Would Stop Doing...6 things!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">You might expect yoga instructors not to have a single care in the
world, considering the focus in their profession of cultivating some
serious zen.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Yes, the ancient practice typically helps us direct
our energy inward, but it's not always easy to ignore external
distractions and detractors during class. In an effort to help make your
favorite yoga studio even more of an oasis, we asked a handful of instructors what they wish we'd all just stop doing. Here are their top requests.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;">Practicing With Force:</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">There has been a stigma with yoga that you have to force and struggle
in order to achieve 'the pose'. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Practicing with force puts stress into
the body and mind.....and doesn't feel that great. If people shift this
concept to moving with ease, more can be accomplished with less effort,
and it feels great and free. More space opens mentally and physically.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;">Comparing Yourself To Others:</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;"></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Stop comparing yourself to others and take poses for your body and
ability. I see many students struggle to take poses they are not ready
for. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Students see others take poses and they think they too should be
able to do that particular arm balance or more advanced version of a
pose. The thing is, students need to remember that they are in a class
of varied levels. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Some people might have been practicing for 10 years
longer than you or might just have more flexibility or strength.
Recognize this and be okay with it. Then you will grow your practice
slow and steady just like intended.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Asking No Questions:</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I would love yoga students to start asking me more questions and giving
me more feedback before or after class. I love it when people tell me,
'Wow, I loved that sequence!' or 'Can we do inversions?' I always seem
to fall back on my favorite ways of teaching, and it really helps to
have feedback. I don't want my students to be shy!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Needing All The Answers:</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I believe that as yoga practitioners we have to remind ourselves that we
don't have to have the answers. The pose doesn't have to 'look
perfect'. It's about the feeling you have inside that's the most
important.<br /><br />
Yoga ignites my inner childhood spirit. In a way, it helped me to save
my life, and it helped me to overcome many demons I was battling inside.
I hope that those practicing yoga receive the same joy and life it
brings me.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;">Ignoring Props:</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;"></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><em>Please</em> use props!</span> Yoga is not about showing off your
flexibility or your muscles, and you certainly won't get much out of the
practice if you're forcing yourself into poses (which almost always
means you're doing them incorrectly). </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The hour you spend on your mat at
yoga class isn't about impressing people or being the best......ease
yourself into poses and listen to your body. Props can be an amazing
tool to help you to get into the correct alignment of a pose and to find
your comfortable level in any posture. Using blocks or blankets doesn't
make you any less of a yogi.....but trying to one-up your neighbor sure
does!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Chasing A Pose:</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Stop trying to 'get a pose'. I hear so many students say, 'I want to do a
crow pose.' 'I want to do headstand.' Most yoga poses are not something
you can just <em>get</em>. The poses go together. For example, as you
learn low push and downward dog this will prepare you to take crow pose.
As you build balance in standing poses and core strength, this will
actually help you find headstand. Yoga is not a practice of stand alone
poses but rather a sequence of poses that are designed to work together.</span></span></span><br />
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Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-850163240028810782014-08-03T11:46:00.001-07:002014-08-03T11:46:26.229-07:00YIN YOGA<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">popular style of yoga
in the west is an approach that some may have never even heard of. One
that in my experience, takes many a few times to really warm up to and
even understand. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Initially called “Daoist” yoga
this style of yoga targets the deep connective tissues of the body (vs.
the superficial tissues) and the fascia that covers the body; this
Daoist yoga is to help regulate the flow of energy in the body. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Paul
Grilley,who brought this concept to the forefront, accredits three main
teachers for this concept, one of which is Paulie Zink, who taught him
Daoist Yoga. Many teach Yin Yoga today, one of which is Sarah Powers, a
student of Paul’s; although she teaches very different than Paul, while
taking a Yin Yoga training from him in Chicago, he noted her credit for
aligning the name “<b><span style="color: orange;">Yin Yoga</span></b>” with this style.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: orange;">Yin Yoga</span></b> postures are more<span style="color: #cc0000;"> passive postures</span>,
mainly on the floor and the majority of postures equal only about three
dozen or so, much less than the more popular yang like practices. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: orange;">Yin
Yoga</span></b> is unique in that you are asked to relax in the posture, soften the
muscle and move closer to the bone. While yang-like yoga practices are
more superficial, Yin offers a much deeper access to the body. It is not
uncommon to see postures held for three to five minutes, even 20
minutes at a time. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The time spent in these postures is much like time
spent in meditation,
and I often talk students through the postures as if they were trying
to meditate. While in a Yin class you might notice similar postures to a
yang class except they are called something else, on a basic level this
is to help the students mind shift form yang to yin, active to passive.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This
concept of <b><span style="color: orange;">Yin yoga</span></b> has been around for thousands of years and some of
the older text, such as the Hatha Yoga Pradipika notes only sixteen
postures in its text, which is far less than the millions of postures
practiced in today’s yoga. In addition, having read much of these text
and also cliff notes from various teachers it would appear that these
“postures” were more yin like to help promote meditation and long
periods of pranayama and sitting. Now I am not claiming to be an ancient
text yoga guru, but this is just an observation I have made.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;"><b>So what exactly is Yin yoga?</b></span> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">It is a more meditative approach with a physical focus much deeper than
Yang like practices. Here the practitioner is trying to access the
deeper tissues such as the connective tissue and fascia and many of the
postures focus on areas that encompass a joint (hips, sacrum, spine). </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">As
one ages flexibility in the joints decreases and Yin yoga is a
wonderful way to maintain that flexibility, something that for many
don’t seem to be too concerned about until they notice it is gone.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This
intimate practice of yoga requires students to be ready to get intimate
with the self, with feelings, sensations, and emotions, something of
which I have noticed can be easy to avoid in a fast paced yoga practice. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: orange;">Yin yoga</span></b> is often used in programs that deal with
addictions, eating disorders, anxiety and deep pain or trauma.This concept in practice, allowed me a greater mental stability
something much of which is a benefit of meditation, basically “learning
to sit still.”</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Now if you’ve never practiced <b><span style="color: orange;">
Yin yoga</span></b> you might not quite understand how this is so different, but
for me Yin has dug deeper than I could have ever gotten otherwise. For
my students I often tell them when they are about to try a Yin class
that they need to try it three or four times to really make a decision
about the practice. Many find immediate benefits like more open hips, a
more relaxed body and centered mind. To me, I don’t think one practice
is better than the other, but what I would see as beneficial is for the
practitioner to see the benefit in each and that there is a need for
both. Possibly one benefiting more than the other at times in your life,
but a need none-the-less.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Some of the benefits of Yin yoga are:</b></span></span></span></div>
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<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Calming and balancing to the mind and body</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Regulates energy in the body</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Increases mobility in the body, especially the joints and hips</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Lowering of stress levels (no one needs that)</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Greater stamina</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Better lubrication and protection of joints</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">More flexibility in joints & connective tissue</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Release of fascia throughout the body</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Help with TMJ and migraines</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Deeper Relaxation</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A great coping for anxiety and stress</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If you take a peek at a Yin-Yang
symbol, it is suggesting that no matter what, we should take a “tiny
bit” and put it in the heart of its opposite. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Knowing both practices,
and having struggled with a wide variety of eating disorders, addiction,
depression and anxiety, I get that too much of something is simply too
much. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: orange;">Yin yoga</span></b> as taught me to truly be still, to really come face to
face with myself, even more than my past practice has; and because of
this I am now able to bring what Yin has taught me into my more Yang
like practices and ultimately my life as a whole. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: orange;">Yin</span></b> is such a great compliment to other styles and
your own personal life, because it brings long periods of time in an
uncomfortable position, which then asks you to learn to “<span style="color: #cc0000;">be</span>” to “<span style="color: #cc0000;">accept
what is</span>” in that given moment. Something we can all benefit from daily. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">And for me a healthy Yin practice has poured over
into a healthier Yang practice and a healthier life as a whole. And I
wish that for everyone.</span></span></span></div>
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Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-78304492590380151462014-07-29T19:39:00.001-07:002014-07-29T19:40:01.091-07:00Achilles tendinopathy <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;">What is the Achilles tendon?</span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Your Achilles tendon is an important part of your leg. It is found
just behind and above your heel. It joins your heel bone (calcaneum) to
your calf muscles. The function of your Achilles tendon is to help in
bending your foot downwards at the ankle. (This movement is called
plantar flexion by doctors.)</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">What is Achilles tendinopathy and what causes it?</span></span></span></h2>
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</span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Achilles tendinopathy is a condition that causes pain, swelling,
stiffness and weakness of the Achilles tendon. It is thought to be
caused by repeated tiny injuries (known as microtrauma) to the Achilles
tendon. After each injury, the tendon does not heal completely, as
should normally happen. This means that over time, damage to the
Achilles tendon builds up and Achilles tendinopathy can develop.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">There are a number of things that may lead to these repeated tiny injuries to the Achilles tendon. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">For example:</span></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Overuse of the Achilles tendon. This can be a problem for people who
run regularly. (Achilles tendinopathy can also be a problem for dancers
and for people who play a lot of tennis or other sports that involve
jumping.)</span></span></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Training or exercising wearing inappropriate footwear.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Having poor training or exercising techniques - for example, a poor running technique.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Making a change to your training programme - for example, increasing the intensity of your training and how often you train.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Training or exercising on hard or sloped surfaces.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Having a high-arched foot.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Having poor flexibility - for example, having tight or underdeveloped thigh (hamstring) muscles.</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Achilles tendinopathy is also more common in people who have certain
types of arthritis, such as ankylosing spondylitis or psoriatic
arthritis. It is also thought that your genetic 'makeup' (the material
inherited from your parents which controls various aspects of your body)
may play a part for some people who develop Achilles tendinopathy.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">People who are taking medicines from a group called fluoroquinolones (eg, the antibiotics ciprofloxacin and ofloxacin) for long periods also have an increased risk of developing Achilles tendinopathy.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Achilles tendinopathy used to be known as Achilles tendonitis. In
general, 'itis' usually refers to inflammation, so tendonitis would mean
inflammation of a tendon. However, Achilles tendinopathy is now thought
to be a better term to use because it is thought that there is little
or no inflammation that causes the problem.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If the Achilles tendon is torn, this is called an Achilles tendon rupture. There is a separate leaflet called Achilles Tendon Rupture that discusses this in more detail. The rest of this leaflet is just about Achilles tendinopathy.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">How common is Achilles tendinopathy?</span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">About 6 in 100 inactive people develop Achilles tendinopathy at some
point in their lifetime. However, the chance of it developing is higher
in athletes or those who train regularly or do a lot of exercise. It can
be a particular problem for some runners. It is also more common in men
than in women and typically tends to affect men between the ages of
30-40.</span></span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">What are the symptoms of Achilles tendinopathy?</span></span></span></b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The main symptoms include pain and stiffness around the affected
Achilles tendon. Pain and stiffness tend to develop gradually and are
usually worse when you first wake up in the morning. <span style="color: #cc0000;">(Severe pain that
comes on suddenly and difficulty walking can be symptoms of Achilles
tendon rupture. See a doctor urgently if you develop these symptoms.)</span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Some people have pain during exercise but, in general, pain is worse
after exercise. Runners may notice pain at the beginning of their run,
which then tends to ease and become more bearable, followed by an
increase in pain when they have stopped running. Pain due to Achilles
tendinopathy may actually prevent you from being able to carry out your
usual everyday activities such as walking to the shops, etc. You may
notice that you have pain when you touch the area around your Achilles
tendon. There may also be some swelling around this area.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Diagnose:</span></span></span></b><br />
<b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span></b><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">usually diagnose Achilles tendinopathy because of your typical symptoms
and from examining your Achilles tendon. They may feel for swelling or
tenderness of the tendon. They may also ask you to do some exercises to
put some stress on your Achilles tendon. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">For example, they may ask you
to stand on the affected leg and raise your heel off the ground. For
most people with Achilles tendinopathy this movement brings on
(reproduces) their pain. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If this does not reproduce pain, your doctor
may ask you to hop on that foot, either on the spot or in a forwards
direction. Your doctor may also do some other tests to make sure that
there are no signs that you have ruptured your Achilles tendon. For
example, squeezing your calf muscles and looking at how your foot moves.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">X-rays or other tests are not usually needed to diagnose Achilles tendinopathy. However, an <span style="color: #cc0000;">ultrasound scan </span>or an <span style="color: #cc0000;">MRI scan</span> may sometimes be suggested by a specialist if the diagnosis is not clear.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">What is the initial treatment for Achilles tendinopathy?</span></span></span></b><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">There are a number of treatments that may help. The treatments below
are usually suggested first. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">They are all considered as conservative
treatments. This means treatments that do not involve surgery.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Rest:</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Rest and time off from sporting activities are important if you have
Achilles tendinopathy. At first, you should stop any high-impact
activities or sports (such as running). As pain improves, you can
restart exercise as your pain allows. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">It is thought that complete rest,
if it is prolonged, can actually be worse for the injury. Talk to your
doctor about when you should start exercising again.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Ice packs:</span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #cc0000;">Ice treatment</span>
may be useful for pain control and may help to reduce swelling in the
early stages of Achilles tendinopathy. An ice pack should be applied for
10-30 minutes. Less than 10 minutes has little effect. More than 30
minutes may damage the skin. Make an ice pack by wrapping ice cubes in a
plastic bag or towel. (Do not put ice directly next to skin, as it may
cause ice burn.) A bag of frozen peas is an alternative. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Gently press
the ice pack on to the injured part. The cold from the ice is thought to
reduce blood flow to the damaged tendon. This may limit pain and
inflammation. Do not leave ice on while asleep.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Achilles tendon exercises</span></span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Some special exercises to help to stretch and strengthen your
Achilles tendon can be helpful. You should aim to do these every day.
Such exercises may help with pain control and stiffness.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A
physiotherapist may be able to help you with these exercises as needed.
They may also use other treatments such as ultrasound and massage to
help relieve symptoms and promote healing of your Achilles tendon.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The following exercises can be used to help treat Achilles tendinopathy:</span></span></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">60% of Adults experience back pain at some point in their life....and,
for the most part they’re totally unaware that they are exacerbating
their back pain by making bad<b> <span style="color: red;">exercise choices</span></b>.</span></span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_86737Z530cN2VymcMZcfyVgxkada1p1KSidzpFWLcFKD3S0j3iitzzyD2ZEpGE4aLV8UOFkSaHfmVa7g38KyoHc_bp3_vsKpPWjUdk_IByJgvq4G8P_kB-JGwX5-nXw7mODjeMaY6Rg/s1600/slipped-disk-2426.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_86737Z530cN2VymcMZcfyVgxkada1p1KSidzpFWLcFKD3S0j3iitzzyD2ZEpGE4aLV8UOFkSaHfmVa7g38KyoHc_bp3_vsKpPWjUdk_IByJgvq4G8P_kB-JGwX5-nXw7mODjeMaY6Rg/s1600/slipped-disk-2426.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When you’ve got back pain the <i>last thing you should be doing is rounding the spine </i>(<span style="color: blue;">and
reversing the natural lumbar curve</span>). The moment we bend forward or
hunch the back, whether sitting or standing, the load on the disc space
increases dramatically, putting a huge amount of pressure on the lower
lumbar vertebra!</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">It may come as some surprise that some of the more common exercises are actually some of the biggest culprits!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>1) Toe-touching; and twisting the spine: </b></span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Repetitive toe touching rounds the spine and puts pressure on the
lumbar curve, performing this repeatedly places pressure on the
intervertebral discs which leads to degeneration.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span></b><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">2) Situps/Crunches:</span></span></span></b><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">While sit ups used to be a favourite for working the belly this move
only works 20 percent of your abdominal muscles and puts a huge strain
on the back. Pulling on the neck while crunching hurts the upper back
and your lower back gets hit when as your hip flexors pull on the spine
to raise your upper body off the ground. So instead of opting for a
gruelling sit up routine, consider planking – which works your entire
body while really focussing on your core.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">3) Double leg raisers:</span></span></span></b><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Another favourite in the gym, but again a common exercise that can
stress the lower lumbar and Sacro iliac joints. For most people, it’s
nearly impossible to keep the back from arching as both legs raise and
lower. When that happens, the back hyper-extends, placing stress on the
spine and increasing the risk of injury. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If you’re set on doing double
leg raises, try placing your hands underneath your lower back for added
support, moving in a slow, controlled way. If you have any back pain –
simply avoid this exercise.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">4) Spinning with a rounded back: </span></span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span></b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Mountain biking and cycling with an upright posture honours the
correct lumbar curve and doesn’t create undue stress on the back,
however leaning forward on a spinning bike or doing long distance road
cycling may put stress on the lower spine and exacerbate tension in the
area. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Commonly cyclist who complain of numbing fingers and numb toes
while riding are actually suffering from the effects of locked up
muscles which have tightened in response to the body’s rounded posture.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: red;"> 5) Running:</span></b></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Running is a high-impact exercise. The faster you run, the harder
your feet hit the ground and this repetitive jarring is very hard on the
joints and the spine. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Studies such as the one published in the
September 1986 issue of the “British Journal of Sports Medicine” found
that the spine shrank by several millimeters after a 6 km run, and the
shrinkage was directly proportionate to running speed. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Although the
relationship of spinal shrinkage to spine pain isn’t fully known, those
results show how much stress running can put on the spine. If you
experience chronic back pain, running may not be an option.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;">SUCCESSFULLY MANAGING BACK PAIN</span></b></span></span></span><br />
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</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: blue;">Rule no 1 :</span> <span style="color: #990000;"><b>you CANNOT build strength or tone into stressed or tight muscles!</b></span></span></span><br />
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</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When one is experiencing pain or tension from body stress being
present in the body the first approach is to release the tightly locked
up muscles to <span style="color: #990000;"><b>allow the muscle tone to relax </b></span>back to a more normal tone. You’ll do by working with your <a href="http://www.unlockingtension.co.za/" target="_blank" title="Body Stress Release">Body Stress Release</a> practitioner.</span></span><br />
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</span></span><b><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When the muscles have had an opportunity to release you’ll be able to build up strength through well directed exercise such as:</span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;"><b>Swimming ; Walking ; Pilates and Core excercises</b></span> that your BSR practitioner will give you.</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Training with an instructor who understands the Biomechanics of the spine</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;"><b> </b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;"><b>Manage your limits :</b></span> In doing exercise, remember
to listen to your body. Pain in the warning signal that you are starting
to push yourself beyond your individual limit into “overload”. When
you feel pain, stop or adapt the activity- don’t try ignore the pain or
“work through it” or supress it with pain killers. In the long run a
little rest often goes a long way in bouncing back stronger.</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span>Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-65810031941526069532014-06-23T21:08:00.000-07:002014-06-23T21:10:33.516-07:00Morton’s Neuroma<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeLaF1hWrLMEjkCkrcanPqJokhHIWUijLG-URR1cDm04dL4Xb4E-mAyBGWXvIdxRWZowF9nQYJGP957Mhx-vJV6bXCpLJWnkwqxipNWeKJjS42li30hQQk47ns8YSdD3gRQwAYpAHH8T8/s1600/mortons-neuroma.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeLaF1hWrLMEjkCkrcanPqJokhHIWUijLG-URR1cDm04dL4Xb4E-mAyBGWXvIdxRWZowF9nQYJGP957Mhx-vJV6bXCpLJWnkwqxipNWeKJjS42li30hQQk47ns8YSdD3gRQwAYpAHH8T8/s1600/mortons-neuroma.jpg" /></a></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If you sometimes feel that you are "walking on a marble," and you have
persistent pain in the ball of your foot, you may have a condition
called Morton's neuroma. A neuroma is a benign tumor of a nerve.
Morton's neuroma is not actually a tumor, but a thickening of the tissue
that surrounds the digital nerve leading to the toes.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Definition </span></b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #b45f06;">Morton's neuroma occurs as the nerve passes under the ligament connecting the toe bones (metatarsals) in the forefoot. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #b45f06;">Morton's
neuroma most frequently develops between the third and fourth toes,
usually in response to irritation, trauma or excessive pressure. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #b45f06;">The incidence of Morton's neuroma is 8 to 10 times greater in women than in men. </span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #38761d;">Symptoms</span></span></span></b><br />
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<li><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Normally, there are no outward signs, such as a lump, because this is not really a tumor. </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Burning pain in the ball of the foot that may radiate into the toes.
The pain generally intensifies with activity or wearing shoes. Night
pain is rare. </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">There may also be numbness in the toes, or an unpleasant feeling in the toes. </span></span></span></li>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Runners may feel pain as they push off from the starting block.
High-heeled shoes, which put the foot in a similar position to the
push-off, can also aggravate the condition. Tight, narrow shoes also
aggravate this condition by compressing the toe bones and pinching the
nerve. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #38761d;">Risk factors</span></span><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Factors that appear to contribute to Morton's neuroma include:</span></span></span></h2>
<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>High heels:</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>Wearing high-heeled shoes or shoes
that are tight or ill fitting can place extra pressure on your toes and
the ball of your foot.<b> </b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Certain sports:</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Participating in high-impact
athletic activities such as jogging or running may subject your feet to
repetitive trauma. Sports that feature tight shoes, such as snow skiing
or rock climbing, can put pressure on your toes.<b> </b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Foot deformities:</b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b></b>People who have bunions, hammertoes, high arches or flatfeet are at higher risk of developing Morton's neuroma.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>Diagnosis </b></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">During the examination, your physician will feel for a palpable mass or a
<span style="color: #cc0000;"> "click"</span> between the bones. He or she will put pressure on the spaces
between the toe bones to try to replicate the pain and look for calluses
or evidence of stress fractures in the bones that might be the cause of
the pain. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Range of motion tests will rule out arthritis or joint
inflammations. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">X-rays may be required to rule out a stress fracture or
arthritis of the joints that join the toes to the foot.</span></span></span> </div>
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is the standard examination in a doctor’s office to confirm a Morton’s
neuroma? - See more at:
http://teamdoctorsblog.com/2012/12/mortons-neuroma-self-help-tips-treatment-and-prevention-from-the-barefoot-running-doctor-at-team-doctors/#sthash.W2UWjOQ3.dpuf</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b>What is the standard examination in a doctor’s office to confirm a Morton’s neuroma?</b></span><br />
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Morton’s Neuroma Tests</div>
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<b>Web Space Compression Tenderness Test</b> – Doctors push their thumb between the 3rd and 4th toes (metatarsals). If there is pain there they suspect a Morton’s neuroma.<br />
<b>Foot Squeeze Test</b> – Doctors squeeze the foot from the sides and if it hurts between the bones, they suspect a Morton’s neuroma. <span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21783084" target="_blank">(8)</a></span><br />
<b>Gauthers Test</b> - involves squeezing the metatarsals together and moving them up and down for 30 seconds, which leads to pain.<br />
- See more at:
http://teamdoctorsblog.com/2012/12/mortons-neuroma-self-help-tips-treatment-and-prevention-from-the-barefoot-running-doctor-at-team-doctors/#sthash.W2UWjOQ3.dpuf</div>
<span style="color: #38761d;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Treatment </span></span></b></span><br />
<span style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Initial therapies are nonsurgical and relatively simple. They can involve one or more of the following treatments: </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Changes in footwear:</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Avoid high heels or tight shoes, and wear wider
shoes with lower heels and a soft sole. This enables the bones to
spread out and may reduce pressure on the nerve, giving it time to heal.</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Orthoses:</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Custom shoe inserts and pads also help relieve irritation
by lifting and separating the bones, reducing the pressure on the nerve.</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Injection:</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">One or more injections of a corticosteroid medication can
reduce the swelling and inflammation of the nerve, bringing some
relief. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Several studies have shown that a combination of roomier, more
comfortable shoes, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication, custom
foot orthoses and cortisone injections provide relief in over 80 percent
of people with Morton's Neuroma. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If conservative treatment does not
relieve your symptoms, your orthopaedic surgeon may discuss surgical
treatment options with you. Surgery can resect a small portion of the
nerve or release the tissue around the nerve, and generally involves a
short recovery period. </span></span></span><br />
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<b>Do you have tingling in the feet </b>or<b> burning feet? </b><br />
Do you have <b>foot aches</b> and do you have <b>toe numbness</b>?<br />
The “Morton’s <b>Metatarsalgia</b> ICD-9 355.6” (pain between the toes) was first observed in 1835 by Filippo Civinini (1805-1844) <a href="http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/reumatismo.2006.319/277" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(1)</span></a><br />
Morton’s neuroma is a common cause of <b>metatarsal swelling and pain</b>
– on the bottom of the foot that radiates from between the third and
fourth metatarsals, which may cause extreme pain and disability.<br />
Morton’s neuroma, also known as Mortons toe, is one of the most common disorders encountered in the foot <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2903131/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(2)</span> </a>and a common cause of metatarsalgia or pain between the third and fourth toes. <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22659760" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(3) </span></a><br />
- See more at:
http://teamdoctorsblog.com/2012/12/mortons-neuroma-self-help-tips-treatment-and-prevention-from-the-barefoot-running-doctor-at-team-doctors/#sthash.GzjrCxn8.dpuf<br />
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<b>Is your foot hurting? </b><br />
<b>Do you have tingling in the feet </b>or<b> burning feet? </b><br />
Do you have <b>foot aches</b> and do you have <b>toe numbness</b>?<br />
The “Morton’s <b>Metatarsalgia</b> ICD-9 355.6” (pain between the toes) was first observed in 1835 by Filippo Civinini (1805-1844) <a href="http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/reumatismo.2006.319/277" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(1)</span></a><br />
Morton’s neuroma is a common cause of <b>metatarsal swelling and pain</b>
– on the bottom of the foot that radiates from between the third and
fourth metatarsals, which may cause extreme pain and disability.<br />
Morton’s neuroma, also known as Mortons toe, is one of the most common disorders encountered in the foot <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2903131/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(2)</span> </a>and a common cause of metatarsalgia or pain between the third and fourth toes. <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22659760" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(3) </span></a><br />
- See more at:
http://teamdoctorsblog.com/2012/12/mortons-neuroma-self-help-tips-treatment-and-prevention-from-the-barefoot-running-doctor-at-team-doctors/#sthash.GzjrCxn8.dpuf<br />
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<b>Is your foot hurting? </b><br />
<b>Do you have tingling in the feet </b>or<b> burning feet? </b><br />
Do you have <b>foot aches</b> and do you have <b>toe numbness</b>?<br />
The “Morton’s <b>Metatarsalgia</b> ICD-9 355.6” (pain between the toes) was first observed in 1835 by Filippo Civinini (1805-1844) <a href="http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/reumatismo.2006.319/277" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(1)</span></a><br />
Morton’s neuroma is a common cause of <b>metatarsal swelling and pain</b>
– on the bottom of the foot that radiates from between the third and
fourth metatarsals, which may cause extreme pain and disability.<br />
Morton’s neuroma, also known as Mortons toe, is one of the most common disorders encountered in the foot <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2903131/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(2)</span> </a>and a common cause of metatarsalgia or pain between the third and fourth toes. <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22659760" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(3) </span></a><br />
- See more at:
http://teamdoctorsblog.com/2012/12/mortons-neuroma-self-help-tips-treatment-and-prevention-from-the-barefoot-running-doctor-at-team-doctors/#sthash.GzjrCxn8.dpuf<br />
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<b>Is your foot hurting? </b><br />
<b>Do you have tingling in the feet </b>or<b> burning feet? </b><br />
Do you have <b>foot aches</b> and do you have <b>toe numbness</b>?<br />
The “Morton’s <b>Metatarsalgia</b> ICD-9 355.6” (pain between the toes) was first observed in 1835 by Filippo Civinini (1805-1844) <a href="http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/reumatismo.2006.319/277" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(1)</span></a><br />
Morton’s neuroma is a common cause of <b>metatarsal swelling and pain</b>
– on the bottom of the foot that radiates from between the third and
fourth metatarsals, which may cause extreme pain and disability.<br />
Morton’s neuroma, also known as Mortons toe, is one of the most common disorders encountered in the foot <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2903131/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(2)</span> </a>and a common cause of metatarsalgia or pain between the third and fourth toes. <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22659760" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">(3) </span></a><br />
- See more at:
http://teamdoctorsblog.com/2012/12/mortons-neuroma-self-help-tips-treatment-and-prevention-from-the-barefoot-running-doctor-at-team-doctors/#sthash.GzjrCxn8.dpuf<br />
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If you’re currently
suffering from adrenal fatigue, you might find that the very last thing
that you feel like doing right now is thinking about an exercise
routine. As you find you hardly have enough energy on a day to day basis
to do all that life asks of you, doing a planned workout program just
doesn’t seem in the cards.
But, if you want to optimize your overall well-being, exercise is still a
must. That said, you will need to make some adjustments to how you’re
exercising if you hope to experience optimal results. Since your whole
hormonal system isn’t in proper balance, this will significantly
influence how your body responds to certain types of exercise.<br />
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If you’re currently
suffering from adrenal fatigue, you might find that the very last thing
that you feel like doing right now is thinking about an exercise
routine. As you find you hardly have enough energy on a day to day basis
to do all that life asks of you, doing a planned workout program just
doesn’t seem in the cards.
But, if you want to optimize your overall well-being, exercise is still a
must. That said, you will need to make some adjustments to how you’re
exercising if you hope to experience optimal results. Since your whole
hormonal system isn’t in proper balance, this will significantly
influence how your body responds to certain types of exercise.<br />
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If you’re currently
suffering from adrenal fatigue, you might find that the very last thing
that you feel like doing right now is thinking about an exercise
routine. As you find you hardly have enough energy on a day to day basis
to do all that life asks of you, doing a planned workout program just
doesn’t seem in the cards.
But, if you want to optimize your overall well-being, exercise is still a
must. That said, you will need to make some adjustments to how you’re
exercising if you hope to experience optimal results. Since your whole
hormonal system isn’t in proper balance, this will significantly
influence how your body responds to certain types of exercise.<br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Signs and symptoms of adrenal imbalance</span></span></span></h2>
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</span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Every day a variety of stressors signal our adrenal glands to produce
stress hormones. A wide range of physical and psychological demands
like a stressful job, family responsibilities, relationship dynamics,
lack of sleep, financial concerns, dieting and emotional distress
trigger our adrenals to provide relatively small blasts of strength in
the form of hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. From waking us up
with a little burst of energy in the morning, to keeping us awake,
alert, and focused throughout the rest of the day, our adrenals are
crucial to our health.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When our adrenal glands are constantly required to sustain high
cortisol levels, they eventually become impaired in their ability to
respond appropriately. The resulting dysfunction not only affects our
short-term response to stress, but it also impairs our adrenals’ ability
to produce and balance other hormones which are important to our
long-term health and well-being: DHEA, estrogen, progesterone, and
testosterone.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Symptoms of adrenal imbalance — an “aggravating pattern”</span></span></span></b></div>
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</span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Symptoms are your body’s way of informing you that it’s not receiving
the support it needs. While none of these features has a direct causal
relationship with adrenal dysfunction on its own, a distinct
“aggravating pattern” emerges when all these factors are taken into
consideration. See if you recognize these tendencies in yourself:</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Blood pressure: </span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">High or low blood pressure, low blood pressure can
often have the symptom of light headedness that is associated with it.</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Food cravings and weight changes:</span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Abnormal weight gain in the
abdomen and thighs. Do you have cravings for salty or sugary foods,
sometimes feeling uncontrollable?</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Energy: </span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Unable to stop, always on speed forward, ongoing fatigue,
lack of stamina, feeling tired and wired much of the time. Lack of get
up and go.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Emotions and coping ability: </span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Inability to deal with day to day
stress, feeling overwhelmed much of the time, struggling to get through
the day, driven , very short fuse, anxiety attacks Unable to reframe
ones thinking.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Thinking: </span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Mentally foggy, fuzzy thinking, inability to stay focused on one task, chronic racing thoughts.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Immune response: </span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Frequent infections, longer time than others to recover from illness or infections or trauma.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: orange;">Sleep:</span></b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Inability to fall asleep or fall asleep well but wake up nightly, Sleep soundly but wake up exhausted.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: orange;">Hormones/Libido:</span></b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Worsening of perimenopausal symptoms, low libido, severe PMS.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Many other conditions can overlap the above noted signs and a
symptom so know that adrenal imbalance is not always the root cause.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Adrenal imbalance can however be a contributing factor in a wide
range of medical conditions, many of which may seem unrelated, including
the following:</span></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Arthritis</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Chronic fatigue syndrome</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Depression and anxiety</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Fibromyalgia</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">IBS or chronic digestive problems</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Hypotension</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Hypothyroidism</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Premature menopause</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Chronic anxiety</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Rage attacks</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Insomnia</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">In addition, so many health conditions and drugs used to treat them can predispose an individual toward adrenal insufficiency.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The great news is, when addressed early and with proper support, you
can heal adrenal imbalances and reverse the toxic effects of chronic
stress. </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span><br />
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Exercise Advice For Those With Adrenal Fatigue <br />
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Here are the main points to keep in mind:<br />
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If you’re currently
suffering from adrenal fatigue, you might find that the very last thing
that you feel like doing right now is thinking about an exercise
routine. As you find you hardly have enough energy on a day to day basis
to do all that life asks of you, doing a planned workout program just
doesn’t seem in the cards.
But, if you want to optimize your overall well-being, exercise is still a
must. That said, you will need to make some adjustments to how you’re
exercising if you hope to experience optimal results. Since your whole
hormonal system isn’t in proper balance, this will significantly
influence how your body responds to certain types of exercise.<br />
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So there you have some key points to know about forming a program for adrenal f<br />
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If you’re currently
suffering from adrenal fatigue, you might find that the very last thing
that you feel like doing right now is thinking about an exercise
routine. As you find you hardly have enough energy on a day to day basis
to do all that life asks of you, doing a planned workout program just
doesn’t seem in the cards.
But, if you want to optimize your overall well-being, exercise is still a
must. That said, you will need to make some adjustments to how you’re
exercising if you hope to experience optimal results. Since your whole
hormonal system isn’t in proper balance, this will significantly
influence how your body responds to certain types of exercise.<br />
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If you’re currently
suffering from adrenal fatigue, you might find that the very last thing
that you feel like doing right now is thinking about an exercise
routine. As you find you hardly have enough energy on a day to day basis
to do all that life asks of you, doing a planned workout program just
doesn’t seem in the cards.
But, if you want to optimize your overall well-being, exercise is still a
must. That said, you will need to make some adjustments to how you’re
exercising if you hope to experience optimal results. Since your whole
hormonal system isn’t in proper balance, this will significantly
influence how your body responds to certain types of exercise.
Here are the main points to keep in mind:
Start Slow
First, make sure that you start slow. The last thing you want to do is
over stress your system, so begin with light 10-15 minute sessions at
the beginning. The minute you feel like your fatigue is starting to
worsen, back off. Stop for the session and let your body recover.
The process of exercising with adrenal fatigue involves learning what
your body can and can’t do at the time period you’re doing it in, so
make sure that you are listening in closely. Now is not the time to push
yourself.
Start With Yoga
As you get started with your exercise, consider starting with yoga. Yoga
is more focused on bringing more energy into the body, which is
precisely what you need right now. Avoid doing anything more strenuous
than this.
Focus on deep breathing, stretching, and relaxation based exercises.
After you can complete three to four sessions per week, you’re then
ready to carry on.
Add In Lower Intensity Cardio Every Other Day
The next stage in your exercise program for adrenal fatigue should be to
perform some lower intensity cardio every other day. This will allow a
full day between sessions for your body to recover, so you shouldn’t be
dealing with excessive levels of fatigue.
This lower intensity cardio training should be made up of primarily
walking, light swimming (this is especially good if you deal with joint
pain), or cycling.
Avoid anything that causes you to become out of breath for now as it
will be placing too much stress and strain on your system.
Begin Introducing Bodyweight Resistance Exercises
Finally, the last step in moving your body through an exercise program
for adrenal fatigue is to begin introducing bodyweight exercises. Note
that you should only be doing this once you are able to complete three
to four light cardio training sessions without fatigue.
You should be feeling good and responsive to the signals that your body
is sending you. Resistance work is going to place more stress on the
adrenal system, but if you have been following the above steps while
also tending to all the other areas in your adrenal recovery program,
then you should be at the point where you can introduce this form of
exercise in.
So there you have some key points to know about forming a program for
adrenal fatigue. Follow these and you should be able to maintain
activity that enhances your condition, not worsens it.<br />
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If you’re currently
suffering from adrenal fatigue, you might find that the very last thing
that you feel like doing right now is thinking about an exercise
routine. As you find you hardly have enough energy on a day to day basis
to do all that life asks of you, doing a planned workout program just
doesn’t seem in the cards.
But, if you want to optimize your overall well-being, exercise is still a
must. That said, you will need to make some adjustments to how you’re
exercising if you hope to experience optimal results. Since your whole
hormonal system isn’t in proper balance, this will significantly
influence how your body responds to certain types of exercise.
Here are the main points to keep in mind:
Start Slow
First, make sure that you start slow. The last thing you want to do is
over stress your system, so begin with light 10-15 minute sessions at
the beginning. The minute you feel like your fatigue is starting to
worsen, back off. Stop for the session and let your body recover.
The process of exercising with adrenal fatigue involves learning what
your body can and can’t do at the time period you’re doing it in, so
make sure that you are listening in closely. Now is not the time to push
yourself.
Start With Yoga
As you get started with your exercise, consider starting with yoga. Yoga
is more focused on bringing more energy into the body, which is
precisely what you need right now. Avoid doing anything more strenuous
than this.
Focus on deep breathing, stretching, and relaxation based exercises.
After you can complete three to four sessions per week, you’re then
ready to carry on.
Add In Lower Intensity Cardio Every Other Day
The next stage in your exercise program for adrenal fatigue should be to
perform some lower intensity cardio every other day. This will allow a
full day between sessions for your body to recover, so you shouldn’t be
dealing with excessive levels of fatigue.
This lower intensity cardio training should be made up of primarily
walking, light swimming (this is especially good if you deal with joint
pain), or cycling.
Avoid anything that causes you to become out of breath for now as it
will be placing too much stress and strain on your system.
Begin Introducing Bodyweight Resistance Exercises
Finally, the last step in moving your body through an exercise program
for adrenal fatigue is to begin introducing bodyweight exercises. Note
that you should only be doing this once you are able to complete three
to four light cardio training sessions without fatigue.
You should be feeling good and responsive to the signals that your body
is sending you. Resistance work is going to place more stress on the
adrenal system, but if you have been following the above steps while
also tending to all the other areas in your adrenal recovery program,
then you should be at the point where you can introduce this form of
exercise in.
So there you have some key points to know about forming a program for
adrenal fatigue. Follow these and you should be able to maintain
activity that enhances your condition, not worsens it.<br />
<br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> 8 Bad Workout Habits You Can Fix Today</span></span></span></h1>
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Most of us are proud – and rightfully so – when we exercise. It’s not
always easy, or fun, but we know it’s the right thing to do for our
long-term health and mental well-being.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">However, bad habits can make workouts less effective than they should
be. Below are 8 of the most common exercise pitfalls that may be
negatively affecting your gym time.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #0b5394;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">(But if you do find yourself falling into one of the bad fitness
habits listed below, don’t beat yourself up! There’s plenty of time to
adjust your routine to get its maximum benefit.)</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><em>1. Not</em> feeling the burn</span></span></span></h2>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">More commonly known as “undertraining,” not pushing yourself (i.e.
feeling the burn) is a bad habit that can render a workout far less
effective as it might otherwise be. Undertraining can include bad form
or posture on various exercises or going through reps so quickly that
your muscles aren’t properly challenged.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">2. Overdoing it</span></span></span></h2>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">On the flip side, however, many exercise aficionados think if working
out some is good, working out MORE is better. This isn’t always the
case. Known as “overtraining,” committing yourself to <em>too much</em>
activity can result in pulled muscles and weight room accidents. To
ensure you’re not overdoing it, listen to your body and try to balance a
gumption to improve with healthy caution.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><b><span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">3. Not warming up</span></span></span></b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This is probably the most common bad habit around the gym – after
all, you feel fine before you work out, and often don’t experience pain
directly afterward. (Two days later can be a different story.) But a
warm-up routine is essential when preparing your body for a workout. Go
through a full range of motion for every muscle group both before and
after exercising. This will give your body the best chance for good
health during the workout and good feeling after it.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">4. Not drinking enough water</span></span></span></h2>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">There is a reason water fountains are so common in gyms. Becoming
dehydrated is a major problem for exercisers – especially those engaging
in particularly challenging workouts. As we sweat, our body discards
toxins and cools itself through sweat. If we fail to replenish our
body’s water (and remember, human bodies are over 50 percent water!), we
risk lethargy, thirst, lightheadedness, and accidents.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">5. Not varying your routine</span></span></span></h2>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When regularly going to the gym, it’s easy for people to get in a
groove. Forgetting to vary the routine, however, can prevent you from
getting the full benefit of a balanced workout (cardio, strength, etc.)
as well as creating oddly over- and under-built body regions.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Why not try our intermediate AMT workout?</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">6. Having unreasonable expectations</span></span></span></h2>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Nothing proves to be a better demotivator than starting a routine
with unreasonable expectations. While exercise goals are encouraged,
good health is a long-term, continual process. If you head into the gym
assuming you’ll be able to lose 10 pounds in a week, you’ll push
yourself too hard and burn out fast. Develop goals that are reasonable,
achievable, and long-lasting.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">7. Not eating enough</span></span></span></h2>
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">People who exercise in order to lose weight may find it
counterintuitive, but fasting before a workout can actually lead to a
weight gain – low blood sugar makes you feel sluggish, which can lead to
a less intense, shorter session.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #b45f06;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">8. Sitting between sets</span></span></span></h2>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">While you should (as we noted above) listen to your body, you also
need to maintain an elevated heart-rate during a workout in order to
burn calories and attack fat. It’s very tempting to take a few moments
of rest between reps, but in general, you should limit “down time” as
much as possible. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">(<span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>NOTE:</b> </span><span style="color: red;">If you feel lightheaded or unbalanced, however,
stop whatever you’re doing immediately.</span>)</span></span></span><br />
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Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-50505634784271166682014-05-04T13:33:00.000-07:002014-05-04T13:33:35.120-07:00How to safely open their hips without injuring their knees<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: yellow;">Lotus Pose (Padmasana) </span>is a supreme position for meditation,
and Lotus variations of other asanas can be profound. However, forcing
the legs into Lotus is one of the most dangerous things you can do in
yoga. Each year, many yogis seriously injure their knees this way. Often
the culprit is not the student but an overenthusiastic teacher
physically pushing a student into the pose.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><img border="0" height="242" src="http://www.yogajournal.com/images/old/lotusknees_correct_sml.jpg" width="320" /><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;">Figure 1/</span></span></span></span></b><span style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span>Safe Knee Placement</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span> </span></span></span></b><img border="0" height="242" src="http://www.yogajournal.com/images/old/lotusknees_incorrect_sml.jpg" width="320" /><span style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span>Figure 2/Unsafe Knee Placement</span></span></span></b></span></div>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Fortunately, there are techniques that make Padmasana much safer to
learn. Even if you don't teach full Lotus, you can use the same
techniques to protect students in related postures, such as <span style="color: blue;">Ardha</span> <span style="background-color: yellow;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="background-color: white;">Baddha
Padmottanasana (Half-Bound Half-Lotus Forward Bend)</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: blue;">Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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and Janu Sirsasana
(Head-to-Knee Pose)</span></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: blue;"></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">These poses can do wonders for the hip joints and
the muscles around them. Unfortunately, many students feel a painful
pinching sensation in the inner knee in all of them. To understand why,
and how to prevent it, consider the underlying anatomy.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The problem starts at the hip joint, where Lotus and its relatives
require an astounding degree of mobility. When you move from a neutral,
seated posture, such as <span style="color: blue;">Dandasana (Staff Pose)</span></span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1-6Vc6CHhW35nCvX3GgZAmNv1Z5pTiAhGTRIkzXxMKhMunFlVDrLd8d1TXajHZhDSbIinz8i1UcBppdkcqYj2ljYn6iQy7d1aRfnWlV6Uy6glnLsV4PXNXjRaL-MsWtmKClCUwf4o_zk/s1600/Seated%2520Staff%2520Pose%2520(Dandasana).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1-6Vc6CHhW35nCvX3GgZAmNv1Z5pTiAhGTRIkzXxMKhMunFlVDrLd8d1TXajHZhDSbIinz8i1UcBppdkcqYj2ljYn6iQy7d1aRfnWlV6Uy6glnLsV4PXNXjRaL-MsWtmKClCUwf4o_zk/s1600/Seated%2520Staff%2520Pose%2520(Dandasana).jpg" height="287" width="320" /></a> to <span style="color: blue;">Baddha Konasana</span>, the
ball-shaped head of the thighbone must rotate outward in the hip socket
about 100 degrees. Bending the knee and placing the foot in preparation
for Janu Sirsasana requires somewhat less external rotation, but as a
student bends forward in the pose, the tilt of the pelvis relative to
the femur brings the total rotation to about 115 degrees. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: blue;">Padmasana</span>
requires the same amount of external rotation (115 degrees) just sitting
upright, and the angle of rotation is somewhat different, making it
more challenging for many students. When we combine the <span style="color: blue;">Padmasana</span> action
with a forward bend, as we do in <span style="color: blue;">Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana</span></span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwJKkCqEjBjCJKdTETSQ37HmZH8dgfYWQ6AnMeSS4zWldhbdxutwzyJPxNDymiXBXgRvYZAz0BC_0Efbc5uBpnVBBPdUwrT78wWPl2f9GqitpkYUQwRHBIb5MlrLvceSwroBNi6W1pkZ4/s1600/DSCF4370.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwJKkCqEjBjCJKdTETSQ37HmZH8dgfYWQ6AnMeSS4zWldhbdxutwzyJPxNDymiXBXgRvYZAz0BC_0Efbc5uBpnVBBPdUwrT78wWPl2f9GqitpkYUQwRHBIb5MlrLvceSwroBNi6W1pkZ4/s1600/DSCF4370.jpg" height="320" width="196" /></a></span>, the total
external rotation required at the hip joint jumps to about 145 degrees.
To put this in perspective, imagine that if you could turn your thighs
out 145 degrees while standing, your kneecaps and feet would end up
pointing behind you!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If a student can achieve all of this outward rotation at the hip in
Lotus, they can then safely lift the foot up and across onto the
opposite thigh without bending the knee sideways (<span style="color: red;">see Figure 1</span>). Some
people with naturally mobile hips can do this easily, but for most
people, the thighbone stops rotating partway into the pose. This
limitation may be due to tight muscles or tight ligaments or, in some
cases, to bone-to-bone limitations deep in the hip. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">When the femur stops
rotating, the only way to get the foot up higher is to bend the knee
sideways. Knees are not designed to do this-they are only designed to
flex and extend.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If an overzealous student continues to pull the foot up after his
thigh stops externally rotating, or if a student or teacher forces the
knee downward, the thighbone and shinbone will act like long levers that
apply great force to the knee. Like a pair of long-handled bolt
cutters, they will pinch the inner cartilage of the knee between the
inner ends of the femur and tibia. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">In anatomical terms, the medial
meniscus will be squeezed between the medial femoral condyle and the
medial tibial condyle. In layman's terms, the inner ends of the thigh
and shin will squeeze the inner cartilage of the knee. With even
moderate force, this action can seriously damage the meniscus. Such
injuries can be very painful, debilitating, and slow to heal.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Poses like Baddha Konasana and Janu Sirsasana can cause similar
pinching. In these postures, we do not usually pull up on the foot, so
the problem comes mainly from the lack of outward rotation of the thigh
relative to the pelvis. Let's first look at Baddha Konasana.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Remember, to stay upright and stable while placing the feet in Baddha
Konasana, the heads of the femurs will turn strongly outward-about 100
degrees-in the hip sockets. Because this requires so much flexibility of
the entire hip region, many students instead allow the top rim of the
pelvis to tilt backward while placing the feet in Baddha Konasana. They
move the thighs and pelvis as a single unit. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This requires little
rotation of the heads of the femurs in the hip sockets, and it demands
little flexibility. It also defeats the aim of mobilizing the hip joints
and causes the entire spine to slump.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">As a teacher, you may find yourself instructing the slumping student
to tilt the top rim of the pelvis forward in order to bring them
upright. If their hips are loose enough, this instruction won't create a
problem; the pelvis will tilt forward, the thighs will remain
externally rotated, and the spine will come upright. But if the hips are
too tight, the femurs and pelvis will roll forward as a single unit. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">While the thighbones rotate forward, the shins will not, resulting in
the aforementioned pinching in the inner knees. This explains why some
students do not feel any knee pain in Baddha Konasana until they attempt
to tilt the pelvis completely upright.</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Some students complain of knee pain only when they bend forward in
poses that require external rotation. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">That's because a forward bend like
Janu Sirsasana demands even more external rotation at the hip joint.
Again, in the tight student, the pelvis and femur roll forward as a
single unit, pinching the inner knee. Of course, in either Baddha
Konasana or Janu Sirsasana, pushing the knee(s) downward makes the
problem worse, because tight muscles make the femur rotate forward as it
is pressed.</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Now back to <span style="color: blue;">Lotus Pose</span>. Forcing the knees into Padmasana by lifting
up on the ankles can also injure the outside of the knee. When a student
lifts the shinbone without adequately rotating the thigh, it not only
closes the inner knee, it opens the outer knee, overstretching the
lateral collateral ligament. If a student then forcibly turns the feet
so the soles point upward (which people often do to get the feet higher
up on the thighs), they can worsen the strain. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This action of turning
the soles actually pulls the anklebone away from the knee, creating a
chain reaction all the way up to the lateral collateral ligament.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">What's the solution? First, use common sense. Never force a student
into Lotus or related poses, and discourage students from forcing
themselves. Teach students not to push into pain, especially knee pain.
Do not adjust the pose by pulling on the foot or ankle, nor by pushing
down on the knee. Instead, either teacher or student should apply firm
outward rotating action to the thigh, turning the femur around its long
axis, using the hands or a strap.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If your student already has knee pain but can do basic standing poses
comfortably, teach these poses first, with careful alignment. This can
bring her a long way toward recovery. When you reintroduce problem
seated poses such as Baddha Konasana and Janu Sirsasana, use the hands
or a strap to apply the same outward rotating action described above for
Lotus.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">For students who are ready to learn Lotus, introduce it gradually,
working from poses that require less external rotation at the hip (such
as sitting in Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana without bending forward) to
those that require more (such as full Padmasana). Wait until last to
introduce poses that require the most external rotation (forward-bending
variations of full Padmasana). As students are learning these poses,
teach them to rotate their thighs outward either with a hands-on
adjustment or a self-adjustment. Instruct them to monitor and avoid
pinching sensations in the inner knees. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Encourage your students to go slowly, be patient, and persist. In
time, they may be able to sit comfortably and meditate deeply in
Padmasana. If not, remind them that true meditation lies not in some
specific posture but in the spirit of their practice. Help them find a
posture that suits them, then guide them to settle in and experience the
stillness that is yoga.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><img class="irc_mut" height="400" id="irc_mi" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAyCM6hPg1Hd46dq4-zRjUnTqJt54tbjieXwIUW6bS4mgK5WpnwwmNES9j-EeKz9N8D9fe80cpp4Ypy_TMsS1T5K2WBRq-Mhm3dKr6OgVuhaSJl7C1T19APKG0dPmnKERrHMtGIdtOlyk/s640/MYO-YOGA+FROG.jpg" style="margin-top: 0px;" width="640" />Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-39819054543336093732014-05-04T10:57:00.000-07:002014-05-04T10:57:13.880-07:00Why our joints cracking and popping?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">There are two reasons why our joints crack and creak. One is that
bones are rubbing together, and the other is that the bones of a joint
are fixated. We will examine these one at a time.
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Rubbing Bones</span></span></span></h5>
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Most of the joint sounds we hear are due to bones rubbing. This is
"friction popping." When we snap our fingers, we press our thumb and
middle finger together hard enough to create friction. Then we try to
overpower this friction with other muscles of the hand. This opposition
of forces slightly bends the bones of the finger and thumb. When the two
fingers finally slip past one another, the bones rebound violently and
vibrate briefly, like tuning forks. This creates the snapping sound. </span></span></span><br />
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The snapping of our fingers is not at all painful or harmful, but
sometimes we inadvertently create these popping sounds in other joints,
such as our elbows. When our elbow briefly "catches" and then pops, it
can be quite surprising and even slightly painful if the vibrating bones
press a nerve. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The popping sound has the same cause as finger snapping:
the two bones of the elbow are temporarily in friction, and when they
release, they vibrate violently and we hear a "pop." </span></span></span><br />
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A similar but more alarming instance of friction popping takes place in
the knee. More specifically, it occurs in our patella, or kneecap. The
patella sometimes rides up on the side of the groove it glides in and
temporarily sticks there. It is being held on the lip of the groove by
the pull of the thigh muscles. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This is much like snapping our thumb and
finger, but this moment is very brief because as the knee bends and
moves, the patella loses its precarious balance of forces and "pops"
violently back down into the groove where it belongs. There is nothing
really harmful in this; the patella is not injuring the ligaments or
cartilage. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">But it can be alarming for our knee to lock up for an instant
and then release. At worst, there is a slight twinge to the tendon
around the patella because it was stretched briefly. </span></span></span><br />
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The most common place to hear friction popping is in our neck. Most of
us can roll our heads and hear these sounds, although they are not as
loud here because the forces of friction are not as great. The bones
involved are the facets of the cervical vertebrae-typically several of
them, which is why the noise sounds "crunchy," like walking on pebbles.
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Is It Bad for You?</span></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQo8rd1zZ6qxvm4l0KuwbIDo0QOpTj2a253haRFFnZp2mxGmMzJby8TPse-Xj-eVHE79B0PaQGQKqXb-h5qtNhD85vB07LRGDgwm4fRzpgI1U6IhDor3o32rKXe-U09LQvyBBOc9StQ8o/s1600/2013-11-21_1537.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQo8rd1zZ6qxvm4l0KuwbIDo0QOpTj2a253haRFFnZp2mxGmMzJby8TPse-Xj-eVHE79B0PaQGQKqXb-h5qtNhD85vB07LRGDgwm4fRzpgI1U6IhDor3o32rKXe-U09LQvyBBOc9StQ8o/s1600/2013-11-21_1537.png" height="294" width="320" /></a><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span></h5>
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If our elbow or knee inadvertently pops, there is nothing to worry
about. There is just enough slack in our joints that these twinges are
inevitable, and no harm is done. But there is little value in
consciously trying to make these sounds happen. Just as it takes a
certain effort to snap our fingers, many people can pop their hips over
and over by doing sit-ups or leg lifts. </span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
Other people can do similar things with their knees. This is not
desirable. Even our thumb gets sore if we snap it enough. If a student
insists on popping a joint repetitively, the joint may become inflamed
and painful. This is because the body is trying to minimize the friction
by swelling the fluid sacks that line our joints. These sacks are
called bursae, and their inflamed condition is called bursitis. Bursitis
most frequently occurs in the small joints of the shoulder and elbow. </span></span></span><br />
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Bursitis is less likely to occur in the patella, but eventually the
cartilage can become worn and irritated. This condition is called
chondromalacia, and it makes the knee painful to bend.
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">What to Do?</span></span></span></h5>
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If a student can pop a hip each time they do leg raises, they should try
one of the following variations to avoid creating friction in the
socket.
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</span></span></span><ul><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>1.</b> Do leg raises with knees bent.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>2.</b> Experiment by holding the legs slightly apart.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b>3.</b> Don't allow the legs to come too close to the </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> floor when bringing the feet down.</span></span></span></ul>
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Friction in the patella can sometimes be avoided by turning the foot out
slightly in Warrior poses and triangles. But due to a unique bone
structure in every individual, it sometimes may be more helpful to turn
the foot in, rather than out. Frequently, the strain on the patella also
can be relieved by stepping backwards into Warrior, rather than
forward. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Stepping backward relaxes the strain on the bent front patella,
allowing it to slide as it should with minimal friction.
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Friction pops sometimes occur in the elbow or shoulder when practicing
Chaturanga or Upward Dog. Asking a student to take their hands wider and
their elbows out can help. This variation requires more strength to
perform, so beginners may need to hold themselves on the knees, rather
than feet. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Joint Fixation</span></span></span></b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
The second cause of joint popping is fixation. The bones of a fixated
joint are temporarily stuck together due to suction, not friction. When
this vacuum is broken, we hear a popping sound.
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An everyday example of fixation is when the bottom of a glass of water
sticks to the surface it is resting on. When two hard, smooth surfaces
have a film of fluid between them, they can create a vacuum by forcing
the fluid out to the edges. As long as the seal of fluid remains
unbroken, the vacuum remains. If we are careful, we can lift quite a
heavy plate by fixating a glass to it. </span></span></span><br />
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Most of the joints of the body are ideally shaped for fixation to occur.
The ends of the bones are lined with hard, smooth cartilage and the
joint itself is filled with <span style="color: blue;">synovial fluid</span>.
This fluid is necessary to lubricate the joints and minimize friction,
but if a joint is immobile long enough, then some of the fluid between
the bones squeezes out and a temporary vacuum, or fixation, occurs. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
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The most common places for fixation to occur are the fingers, toes, and
joints of the spine and ribs. When fixation occurs, we typically feel
"stuck" or "tight." This is because are joints are not moving. People
who crack their knuckles are breaking the fixation that occurs in their
fingers. People who "crack" their spines in a spinal twist are doing the
same thing. It feels good to them, and there is no harm in it.
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Know the Difference</span></span></span></h5>
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There is an important difference between releasing fixation and friction
popping. Once a fixation has been released, the joint will not pop
again until it has rested, immobile, for some time. This is because it
takes time for fixation to reoccur even when conditions are right. A
glass of water, for example, will not instantly fixate to a plate.
Releasing joint fixations is actually beneficial, because it allows the
free functioning of the joints. </span></span></span><br />
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Friction popping is not like fixation. It can be created at will. We can
snap our finger and thumb as often as we like. If you or your students
are able to repetitively pop a hip, knee, or neck, then it is
undesirable friction popping. The occasional friction pop will do no
harm, but be mindful that it does not become habit or a nervous twitch. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Our bodies face immense detoxification challenges in
modern society. Auto exhaust, secondary cigarette smoke, alcohol, drugs,
industrial solvents, pesticides, and even some of the water and food we
consume are a constant burden on the organs that cleanse and detoxify
our bodies (i.e., liver, kidneys, lungs, colon, etc.) Positive lifestyle
choices, such as exercise and a healthy diet, certainly contribute to
strengthening these systems. However, when pushed to the limit and
beyond, these organs of detoxification require support.
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The liver is our primary organ of detoxification helping remove toxins
that can damage other organ systems, including the heart, blood vessels,
eyes, and skin. Acting as an important filter and through a complex set
of steps, the liver either neutralizes toxins and removes them from the
bloodstream or converts them into water-soluble forms that can be
excreted by the kidneys or fat-soluble forms that can be excreted by the
bowels. Proper liver function is critical to healthy cholesterol
metabolism and even has an influence on the way a woman's body
metabolizes estrogen.
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While alcohol and diseases such as hepatitis are among the more obvious
deterrents to healthy liver function, its performance can become
sluggish and compromised even in those without diagnosed liver disease.
Toxic build-up can lead to fatigue, headaches, poor digestion, skin
problems, and even impaired immune function. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><b>MILK THISTLE EXTRACT – HEALTHY LIVER FUNCTION NATURALLY</b>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqq6HuFv8Kr58EPNgQWXyPKylxUmCBg8Sow2fr_9lasJEy5LauzxTmEpBdC8sK09XkWhWE41yC6NeCtIhBrafLqSm0Xm90EdFdFTkGGOA4OLQbFcuXv2KrPckZopgG6k2j6FAmCQdzUuE/s1600/300.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqq6HuFv8Kr58EPNgQWXyPKylxUmCBg8Sow2fr_9lasJEy5LauzxTmEpBdC8sK09XkWhWE41yC6NeCtIhBrafLqSm0Xm90EdFdFTkGGOA4OLQbFcuXv2KrPckZopgG6k2j6FAmCQdzUuE/s1600/300.JPG" height="200" width="200" /></a><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Milk thistle extract, with its active component <i>silymarin</i>, is
nature's own liver supporter and protector. Already an established
herbal treatment for conditions such as alcohol-related liver disease
and chronic hepatitis, it has proved itself to optimize the function and
maximize the detoxifying and cleansing potential of the liver.
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Milk thistle (<i>Silybum marianum</i>) produces small hard fruits
(sometimes referred to as seeds) from which highly concentrated extracts
in herbal supplements are made today. While milk thistle seeds were
used to promote liver health as far back as 2,000 years ago, modern use
of the herb began in 1968 with the discovery of the bioflavonoid complex
silymarin. Researchers discovered that its health benefits largely
reside in this complex and has led to the development of highly
concentrated extracts that are standardized to 80% silymarin.
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<b><span style="color: blue;">Milk thistle extracts and silymarin exert their benefits in the following ways: </span></b></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Cell Protection:</b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Directly aids liver cells by binding to the
outside of cells and blocking the entrance of certain toxins. In
addition, toxins that are already in liver cells are neutralized by
silymarin. These actions also help protect against dangerous chemicals,
such as carbon tetrachloride, alcohol, acetaminophen, and some commonly
prescribed medications.
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Boosts Antioxidant Activity:</b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">It is particularly useful for
increasing production of glutathione—a powerful antioxidant produced by
the body, as well as increasing the levels of other antioxidants, such
as superoxide dismutase.
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Cell Regeneration:</b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Alcohol abuse, chronic hepatitis, and even
commonly prescribed drugs , such as cholesterol-lower ing medications
and antidepressants, can injure liver cells. Silymarin has the unique
ability to help regenerate damaged liver cells.
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Anti-fibrotic Actions:</b> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Fibrosis is a process that occurs in the
liver cells due to inflammation. The most common contributors to this
process are alcohol abuse and chronic viral hepatitis (both B and C). By
acting as a blocker, silymarin not only helps maintain liver health,
but slows the progression of irreversible liver damage, also known as
cirrhosis.
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The best news is that studies show standardized milk thistle extracts
are supportive of the primary treatment of liver diseases. I've been
recommending milk thistle extract for years as a leading therapy for
patients with alcohol abuse and/or alcohol related liver disease.
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Another group of patients benefiting from on-going milk thistle extract
treatment are chronic hepatitis B or C sufferers. While powerful
antiviral and immune-stimulating drugs have become the standard in
successful hepatitis C treatment, milk thistle extract provides a gentle
insurance policy to stave off further liver injury and assist in the
eventual return to more optimal liver function.
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Use of milk thistle extract is not just limited to those with liver
disease. It may help prevent the potential liver-damaging effects of
certain medications, such as acetaminophen, non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), antidepressants, and
cholesterol-lowering medications. Those with multiple chemical
sensitivities, as well as those exposed to chemical toxins on the job,
would also benefit from long-term use of milk thistle extract.
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Finally, milk thistle extract is a safe focal point of any cleansing
program. By increasing bile production (important for carrying toxins to
the intestines for elimination) and increasing antioxidant activity,
milk thistle extract helps promote liver cleansing and insures the best
possible detoxifying action. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><b>CHOOSING A MILK THISTLE EXTRACT</b></span>
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img class="irc_mut" src="http://www.evitamins.com/images/products/1400/033674154052_1.jpg" height="320" id="irc_mi" style="margin-top: 0px;" width="320" />The selection criteria to consider include a concentrated and
standardized extract that contains 80% silymarin, as well as its quality
and how bio-available it is to the liver. One product that meets all of
these conditions is <b>Thisilyn®</b> from Nature's Way. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">A pioneer in milk thistle products in the U.S.,Thisilyn® is a
well-researched extract that has been shown to dissolve quickly, making
it easier to enter the blood stream and liver cells.
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The clinically-proven dose of milk thistle is based on a daily dose of
420 mg of silymarin,usually delivered in three divided doses, and
equates to 175 mg of Thisilyn® three times per day. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Milk thistle
extracts are very safe and virtually devoid of any side effects. Some
persons may experience a mild, transient laxative effect during the
first couple of days of use. This will usually cease within 2 to 3 days.
</span></span></span>Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-25466230709290414082014-04-17T20:33:00.002-07:002014-04-17T20:34:20.720-07:00Brain Exercise<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">According to the World Health Organisation, up to 60% of the population do not achieve the recommended <span style="color: red;"><b>30 minutes a day</b> of <b>moderate physical exercise</b>.</span>
Accordingly, the prevalence of many physical health problems are
skyrocketing and the western population is experiencing what is known as
the “obesity epidemic”. The physical problems associated with lack of
exercise are not the only concern. <span style="color: red;"><b>Physical activity</b> </span>has repeatedly been shown to influence <span style="color: red;"><b>psychology</b></span> and <span style="color: red;"><b>neurology</b>.</span> Studies in this area suggest that exercise significantly improves cognition (<b>thinking</b>), decreases stress and anxiety, improves self-esteem and decreases depression.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Physical activity or exercise is defined as any physical movement
induced from skeletal muscle activity that results in energy expenditure
and is often described as a cheaper non-drug treatment alternative, or exercise therapy, for many medical conditions as the benefits of exercise are widespread throughout the body system.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">People who initiate and maintain a strict exercise regime report
increased fitness, mood and overall quality of life. However, it is
getting to this stage that is a hurdle. Psychological disturbances are
often accompanied by low enthusiasm, self-esteem and motivation which
all impact on an individual’s determination and ability to start up and
maintain a healthy exercise regime.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: red;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The neurological effects of exercise</span></span></b></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Brain imaging and post mortem brain studies have identified
significant changes in the brains of people that exercise regularly
compared to those that do not. Many of these <span style="color: red;"><b>neurological changes</b></span>
are thought to be responsible for the positive psychological benefits
associated with exercise. The major neurological findings are:</span></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Stimulation of brain monoamine;</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Stimulation of neurotrophins;</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Neurogenesis in the hippocampus;</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Decrease in brain atrophy;</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Increased brain plasticity;</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Increased blood flow throughout the brain;</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Reduced inflammation; and</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Increased availability and production of neurotransmitters.</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Further evidence from animal studies have also suggested that
physical activity improves neuronal survival. This means that, in some
cases, if the brain is exposed to any trauma or injury it will be less
likely to be permanently damaged.</span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exercise and the Hippocampus</span></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><img align="right" alt="Exercise and brain health" src="http://www.myvmc.com/uploads/VMC/PageImages/tennis_250.jpg" height="167" hspace="5" title="Exercise and brain health" vspace="5" width="250" />The hippocampus,
the brain centre for learning and memory, is greatly activated during
exercise. Furthermore scientists have recently discovered that exercise,
especially<span style="color: red;"> <b>running</b></span>, increases production of brain
derived growth factor (BDGF), in the hippocampus. BDGF is a chemical
released in the brain that protects neurons and promotes their growth.
This is believed to be a positive finding, but further studies are
required to identify the direct effect increased BDGF has on memory and
mood.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exercise and self-esteem</span></span></span></b><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Self-esteem or self-worth is a very important aspect of <span style="color: red;"><b>psychological health</b></span>. A person’s self-esteem is the confidence they have in themselves<i> </i>and
has been suggested to have separate athletic, scholastic, social,
behavioural and physical components. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Many people may only feel confident
in one of the components and as such do not fully realise self-worth.
Increasing self-esteem plays a major role in improving psychological
profile.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exercise can improve the athletic component of self-esteem which is
thought to embody athletic competence, fitness, strength and
attractiveness. Furthermore, the skills developed as a result of
engaging in regular physical activity can improve confidence.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Physical activity can also have a positive impact on <span style="color: red;"><b>social self-esteem</b></span>.
Playing in a team sport or even simply receiving acknowledgement from
familiar walkers exercising at the same time each day will increase
feelings of acceptance and group belonging.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exercise and cognition</span></span></span></b><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><img align="right" alt="Exercise and brain health" src="http://www.myvmc.com/uploads/VMC/PageImages/couple_cycle_180.jpg" height="267" hspace="5" title="Exercise and brain health" vspace="5" width="180" />Exercise has also shown positive effects in brain functioning with accumulating evidence that <span style="color: red;"><b>memory</b></span> and <span style="color: red;"><b>learning</b></span> can improve with regular physical activity. This is especially relevant for studies looking into various strains of <span style="color: red;"><b>dementia</b></span>. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Evidence to date supports the notion that physical activity can delay
or even prevent cognitive function loss. In fact, even a relatively
small amount of physical activity, equivalent to either 4 hours of light
exercise or 1.3 hours of vigorous activity per week, is associated with
a lower incidence of dementia risk. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Although it is preferable that
physical activity begins at an early age the positive effects on brain
functioning can even be seen in 77 year olds which stresses the point it
is never too late to begin an exercise regime!</span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exercise and depression</span></span></span></b><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exercise has long been associated with improvements in <span style="color: red;"><b>depressive disorders</b></span> and has been indicated as a treatment when performed regularly at moderate intensity.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The relationship between exercise and depression is
complex and as yet the mechanism underlying the therapeutic effects has
not been established. Exercise has been shown to improve depressive
symptoms and a lack of exercise has been shown to increase depression. Additionally, individuals that adopt a physically active lifestyle are
less likely to develop depressive symptoms. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A vicious cycle effect may exist between the two where an initial lack of physical activity
can promote feelings of laziness, guilt and unattractiveness which can
predispose a person to become more depressed which in turn affects
motivation to begin an exercise program and so on and so forth. Exercise
may be a way to break this cycle.</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span>
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<span style="color: #783f04;"></span><b><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;">Exercise in children and adolescents</span></span></span></span></b><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><img align="right" alt="Exercise and brain health" src="http://www.myvmc.com/uploads/VMC/PageImages/soccer3_180.jpg" height="267" hspace="5" title="Exercise and brain health" vspace="5" width="180" />Similarly to adults, exercise studies have yielded positive psychological effects in <span style="color: red;"><b>children</b></span>
and adolescents. The prevalence of psychological problems in this age
group is estimated to be 10-20%. Depression and anxiety are the most
common problems.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The amount of time spent exercising as well as the intensity of the
exercise has been shown to significantly correlate with the
psychological profiles of children aged 8-10.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Although further research
needs to be carried out in order to generalise this finding over a wider
age group the preliminary results suggests that children that undertake
at least 4 hours of light to moderate activity per day had more
positive outlooks then those that participated in less than 4 hours.
Playing catch is an example of a light exercise and walking is
considered moderate exercise. Furthermore, if 30 mins of this light
exercise was replaced with more vigorous activity the children’s moods
improved even further.</span></span></span><br />
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Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-34532528022467990332014-04-03T21:10:00.002-07:002014-04-03T21:12:28.409-07:00Benefits of Tai Chi & Yoga<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Unlike a traditional workout, yoga and tai chi focus on precise
movements that allow the body to slowly transition from one position to
the next. Both practices attempt to coordinate the muscles, bones, heart
and mind with the positive energy that surrounds the body. Although
both have similar goals, a comparison of the benefits of tai chi and
yoga reveals interesting differences.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span data-dmc="section-headline">Identification</span></span></span></span></h2>
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<b><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The body positions and movements used in yoga
and tai chi often appear to be similar, but the two practices vary
drastically. </span></span></span></b></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A tai chi session focuses on relaxed movements. The
postures are constantly evolving and there are no pauses as the body
moves from one posture to the next. On the other hand, yoga focuses on
stillness. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Each posture is held for several seconds or minutes, allowing
the body to fill with positive energy between each movement. Both tai
chi and yoga use controlled breathing and meditation to enhance the
practice.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Tai chi and yoga have both been credited as
effective treatments for relieving pain associated with certain medical
conditions. For example, the Harvard Health Publications website claims
that tai chi can improve symptoms of arthritis, high blood pressure and
Parkinson’s disease. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Similarly, the University of Maryland Medical
Center claims that a regular yoga practice can reduce heart rate, lower
blood pressure, relieve physical pain across the body and alleviate the
symptoms of depression. When done regularly, both practices can improve
the quality of life among patients with cancer and heart disease.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span data-dmc="section-headline">Reduced Stress</span></span></span></span></h2>
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<b><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">It is difficult to compare the
stress-relieving benefits of tai chi and yoga. Both methods use a
mind-body approach to help calm the entire being, rather than just the
physical body. Before determining which method is more beneficial at
providing relief from anxiety and stress, you must first try both
methods. In many cases, it simply depends on which method suits you
better. </span></span></span></b></h2>
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<b><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">If you enjoy the constant movement of tai chi and become nervous
while holding yoga postures, tai chi will help you relieve stress more
effectively. Similarly, if the stillness of yoga speaks to your soul,
you might find that a yoga practice suits you best.</span></span></span></b>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Since tai chi requires constant movement,
your balance can benefit from learning to flow seamlessly from one move
to another. The University of Maryland Medical Center credits tai chi
with helping to improve the balance of people as old as 92; in addition
to helping remove the fear of falling in seniors. </span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">However, yoga’s
emphasis on static poses makes it a better choice for improving balance
while standing still. A regular yoga practice can teach you how to
distribute weight evenly across your feet, which drastically improves
stability.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exercise is crucial for people with arthritis. It increases strength and
flexibility, reduces joint pain, and helps combat fatigue. Of course,
when stiff and painful joints are already bogging you down, the thought
of walking around the block or swimming a few laps might make you
cringe. </span></span></span><br />
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You don't need to run a marathon or swim the pace of an Olympic
competitor to help reduce the symptoms of your arthritis. Even moderate
exercise can ease your pain and help you maintain a healthy weight. When
arthritis threatens to immobilize you, exercise keeps you moving. Not
convinced? Read on. </span></span></span><br />
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Exercise can help you improve your health and fitness without hurting
your joints. Along with your current treatment program, exercise can:
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<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Strengthen the muscles around your joints</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Help you maintain bone strength</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Give you more strength and energy to get through the day</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Make it easier to get a good night's sleep</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Help you control your weight</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Make you feel better about yourself and improve your sense of well-being</span></span></span></li>
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Though you might think exercise will aggravate your joint pain and
stiffness, that's not the case. Lack of exercise actually can make your
joints even more painful and stiff. That's because keeping your muscles
and surrounding tissue strong is crucial to maintaining support for your
bones. Not exercising weakens those supporting muscles, creating more
stress on your joints.
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<span style="color: #b45f06;">Check with your doctor first
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Talk to your doctor about how exercise can fit into your current
treatment plan. What types of exercises are best for you depends on your
type of arthritis and which joints are involved. Your doctor or a
physical therapist can work with you to find the best exercise plan to
give you the most benefit with the least aggravation of your joint pain.
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<span style="color: #b45f06;">Exercises for arthritis
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Your doctor or physical therapist can recommend exercises that are best for you, which might include: </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: red;">Range-of-motion exercises</span></b></span></span></span><br />
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</b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">These exercises relieve stiffness and increase your ability to
move your joints through their full range of motion. Range-of-motion
exercises involve moving your joints through their normal range of
movement, such as raising your arms over your head or rolling your
shoulders forward and backward. These exercises can be done daily or at
least every other day. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: red;">Strengthening exercises</span></b></span></span></span><br />
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</b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">These exercises help you build strong muscles that help support
and protect your joints. Weight training is an example of a
strengthening exercise that can help you maintain your current muscle
strength or increase it. Do your strengthening exercises every other day
— but take an extra day off if your joints are painful or if you notice
any swelling. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: red;">Aerobic exercise</span></b></span></span></span><br />
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</b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Aerobic or endurance exercises help with your overall fitness.
They can improve your cardiovascular health, help you control your
weight and give you more stamina. That way you'll have more energy to
get through your day. Examples of low-impact aerobic exercises that are
easier on your joints include walking, riding a bike and swimming. Try
to work your way up to 20 to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three times a
week. You can split up that time into 10-minute blocks if that's easier
on your joints. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: red;">Other activities</span></b></span></span></span><br />
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</b><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Any movement, no matter how small, can help. If a particular
workout or activity appeals to you, don't hesitate to ask your doctor
whether it's right for you. Your doctor might give you the OK to try
gentle forms of yoga and tai chi. Tai chi may improve balance and help
prevent falls. Be sure to tell your instructor about your condition and
avoid positions or movements that can cause pain.
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<span style="color: red;">Tips to protect your joints
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Start slowly to ease your joints into exercise if you haven't been
active for a while. If you push yourself too hard, you can overwork your
muscles. This aggravates your joint pain.
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Consider these tips as you get started:
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<li><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Apply heat to the joints you'll be working before you exercise.
Heat can relax your joints and muscles and relieve any pain you have
before you begin. Heat treatments — warm towels, hot packs or a shower —
should be warm, not painfully hot, and should be applied for about 20
minutes.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Move your joints gently at first to warm up. You might begin with
range-of-motion exercises for five to 10 minutes before you move on to
strengthening or aerobic exercises.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: blue;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Exercise with slow and easy movements. If you start noticing pain,
take a break. Sharp pain and pain that is stronger than your usual joint
pain might indicate something is wrong. Slow down if you notice
inflammation or redness in your joints.</span></span></span></li>
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Trust your instincts and don't exert more energy than you think your
joints can handle. Take it easy and slowly work your exercise length and
intensity up as you progress.
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
<span style="color: red;">Don't overdo it
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
You might notice some pain after you exercise if you haven't been active
for a while. In general, if your pain lasts longer than two hours after
you exercise, you were probably exercising too strenuously. Talk to
your doctor about what pain is normal and what pain is a sign of
something more serious.
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If you have rheumatoid arthritis, ask your doctor if you should exercise
during general or local flares. One option is to work through your
joint flares by doing only range-of-motion exercises, just to keep your
body moving.
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<span style="color: red;">Exercise programs for people with arthritis
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
Check with your doctor about exercise programs in your area for people
with arthritis. Hospitals and clinics sometimes offer special programs,
as do local health clubs. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The Arthritis Foundation conducts exercise programs for people with
arthritis in many parts of the United States. Programs include exercise
classes — in water and on land — and walking groups. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"></span></span></span>Myo Therapy & Healthcare Institute Inc.http://www.blogger.com/profile/00584517804553276078noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1139233781729259008.post-32133727258318447582014-03-08T19:53:00.000-08:002014-03-08T19:53:37.123-08:00Boost Your Immune System with Food<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><strong>1. Greens</strong></span></span></span></div>
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">You have heard it before and I will say it again. The green foods are
what contain the big nutrient hit. Vitamins, minerals and a collection
of immune stimulating and anti-microbial elements are found in green
foods. Eat a variety of salads, kale, collards, cabbage, broccoli in
their raw and cooked form. Some nutrients are better raw and others are
better cooked. Eating both means you will get all the vitamins your body
needs.</span></span></span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><strong><span style="color: #38761d;">2. Fermented Foods</span></strong></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Our body has 10 times more bacterial cells than human cells. Those
bacteria naturally live all over our skin and throughout our digestive
tract. The type of bacteria has a huge affect on our immune system. If
we are covered in healthy bacteria, that will be reflected by the
healthy function of our immune system. If we are covered in unhealthy or
imbalanced bacteria then we will be more susceptible to infection. Eat
homemade sauerkraut and kimchi daily and start your winter days with a
miso soup to get a dose of the probiotic lactibacilli. Taking a probiotic during the winter can also boost your immune system.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><strong>3. Fat</strong></span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">All of the cells in our body are made with fat. That includes the
cells of our immune system. Eating a diet full of healthy fats like
olive oil, coconut oil, and organic butter or ghee will make sure you
have enough fat to build a healthy immune system. Coconut oil in particular has many anti-microbial properties.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><strong>4. Ditch the stimulants</strong></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Coffee, sugar, black tea, chocolate, cigarettes and alcohol will all
have a negative impact on your immune system through the winter. These
foods cause physical stress in the body so when consumed over the long
term will reduce your body’s ability to fight infection. The winter is a
perfect time to take a six-week cleanse from stimulants. It may be
challenging at first, but you will feel great after!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><strong>5. Love yourself</strong></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><strong></strong></span></span></span><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">We are already perfect, clean and amazing beings. If we can embrace
this and have more acceptance and love for ourselves and our bodies,
then our immune system will work more effectively. The stress we feel
inhibits our digestion, prevents absorption of nutrients and lowers the
body temperature so that our immune system cannot function optimally.
The love we send to our body helps us to maintain balance and health.
When we do this we will also eat...</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">more intuitively and be drawn to the foods that naturally supports health.</span></span></span><br />
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