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09/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Comprehensive study suggests the efficacy of yoga and physical therapy in treating chronic lower back pain

If you have lower back pain, you may want to consider taking yoga as an option, aside from physical therapy: A study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine has found that yoga is as effective as physical therapy in treating chronic lower back pain. Researchers from Boston Medical Center (BMC) conducted the study in […]

09/11/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Music found to improve surgery outcomes: Patients offered music during surgeries experienced reduced pain and anxiety

Urological surgeon consultant Bhaskar Somani says that offering music to patients during minor surgeries can significantly reduce pain and anxiety. Mr. Somani, a leading surgeon at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, came to this conclusion after reviewing data on 1,900 patients across 15 international studies. These patients had had various outpatient procedures. In […]

08/21/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Relieve migraine pain by balancing hormones with a healthy diet and exercise

The relationship between migraines and hormones is one that has led to many women receiving warnings against hormone therapy. Using oral contraceptives has long been believed to increase the risk of stroke among migraine sufferers. Yet according to a recent study from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI), that may not be necessarily be the case. […]

08/14/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Burn patients feel less pain when they undergo music therapy

Burn injuries are among the most severe traumas that can be experienced, which makes it difficult to treat burn patients. Music therapy has been known to help in pain management. In a study review published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers evaluated the effect of music intervention in the recovery of burn patients. […]

07/29/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Try these natural ways to reduce pain and stress

You’re most likely not a stranger to stress. Whether it’s because of your job, your finances, or your relationships, you go through it every day. But just because it happens all the time doesn’t mean you should just ignore it. Prolonged exposure to stress can result in more than just a bad day, so finding […]

07/11/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Exercise or acupuncture? Which alternative treatment works best for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis?

Lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS) causes chronic back pain, which is relieved through a variety of treatment methods. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Japanese researchers compared the effectiveness of medication, exercise, and acupuncture – the three most commonly prescribed approaches – for relieving pain caused by LSS. Back pain […]

06/25/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Acupuncture found to be an effective pain reliever for women in labor compared to spinal-epidural anesthesia

Acupuncture analgesia is an effective pain reliever for women in labor, according to a study published in the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Since labor pain is severe and can be associated with side effects to the mother and fetus, scientists continue to search for available and safe pain relief treatments for women in labor, […]

06/23/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Virtual reality now being used for pain intervention and PTSD treatment

A well-written story can be compelling, regardless of the form it takes. A good book or movie can help you escape, even if only for a couple of hours. But can such a story help reshape your lived experience? While this sounds like something out of the newest sci-fi movie, an identical concept is being […]

06/12/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Why tai chi is good for you, regardless of age and physical activity level

In recent years, tai chi has made it to many lists of the most popular meditation techniques, and for good reason. No matter how old or active you are, this ancient Chinese practice offers many health benefits, including disease prevention and pain relief. Data from 2016 reveal that more than three million people practice tai chi in […]

05/31/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Women need to MOVE during labor: Study demonstrates the benefits of ball exercises, warm showers

According to a study, women can benefit from warm showers, perineal exercises with a ball, or the combination of both strategies during childbirth. The results of the study revealed that these strategies have positive effects, especially when it comes to minimizing any anxiety, pain, or stress that a woman feels during labor. The study, which was published […]

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