This week’s guest blogger is my partner in Forest Hills, Dr Michael Genco. Enjoy his tips!
A simple back injury can make your life a living hell. Here are 8 simple tips anyone can follow to prevent back injury and pain.
Protection Tip #1.
Notice when you feel discomfort: Should you notice any pain when performing an activity, it’s usually a signal that there might be a problem.Stop what you’re up to so that you don’t trigger damage to your back. Also, don’t attempt to take care of it by yourself due to the fact it could possibly increase the pain.
Protection Tip #2
Working Out to some degree everyday with an exercise routine is extremely important.. It can aid and facilitate strength and agility.Normal exercise ought to be carried out everyday, even for only 10 to 30 minutes can be quite helpful.
If you’re noticing some pain, don’t force the exercise. Some good types of exercises are walking , biking, swimming, and tennis.You can select the ones which are suitable for you .In the event you can’t exercise everyday then you should try for at least 3 days a week.
Protection Tip #3
Warm Up for every single activity that you do. By warming up you are stretching the muscles which gets your body ready for exercise in a safe manner.
Cool Down at the end of your exercising.This is Identical to the warm up you went through prior to exercising. Cooling down means you slowly end your exercise period with some more relaxing stretches.
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Thousands of New Yorkers are cursed with winter related back injuries every single year.These injuries are numerous and often connected to holiday activities. But you will discover that there are frequently easy and straightforward things that may be done to decrease the risk of injury and prevent back pain.
Most men and women experience extra tension and busier schedules throughout the holiday season. That may bring about new back pain or increase existing back pain.
An increase in activity like finishing year-end projects, traveling, shopping, lugging around heavy packages, extended work inside the kitchen, and putting up decorations can ruin your back for the rest of the year.
It’s been estimated that that 6,000 or more Americans go to the ER each and every year as a result of injuries, such as back injuries, brought about by holiday decorating related falls.
Additional weight gained throughout the holidays may also place stress on the spine. Surveys have shown that 69% of Americans claim they gain up to nine pounds throughout holiday season.
Extra weight will increase the chances of back injury. This extra holiday weight will also aggravate existing back injuries. This extra load you’re carrying will make it much more challenging to recover from any existing injury.
Leading chiropractor and spine specialist Dr. Michael Genco of Forest Hills, N.Y. has come up with some suggestions for readers to keep their backs healthy throughout the holiday season . Enjoy his Tips!
Tips to help you steer clear of travel related holiday pain.
1. Wear comfy shoes with excellent arch support to aid you when you walk lengthy distances. Also wear comfortable and loose fitting clothes so you stay comfortable and relaxed throughout the trip.
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“Doctor Christine, It seems like I’m always feeling tired. I just don’t know how I’m going to make it through the holidays.”
Is your energy level at an all-time low? Do you feel like you go to bed tired and wake up tired as well? Well, our chiropractors hear this all the time…especially around this time of year.
This is a common complaint and all doctors hear it, but quite often a medical exam will come up empty. The usual medical examination looks for diabetes, anemia and some other situations which can cause chronic fatigue. Frequently , no definite illness or disease can be nailed down, and the you leave the office still feeling tired and frustrated.
Well New Yorker, the Holidays are coming to Forest Hills, Queens and whether you know it or not…you could probably use an energy boost fast!
Often times, there is nothing seriously wrong with you when you’re experiencing low energy levels. You can compare it to an automobile that needs fine-tuning; there’s nothing seriously wrong with it, but it is not just performing very well.
For an automobile tune-up, the mechanic usually starts by replacing the points and spark plugs to ensure that the electrical system is carrying the spark at the maximum, thus it will trigger the engine to perform efficiently and smoothly.
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Are you generally feeling run-down? Or perhaps you have to constantly struggle with colds and flu and other minor illnesses and you’ve been taking a lot of over-the-counter medications?
Maybe you are generally well but you are always wary of getting sick and want to feel great and look your best. If any of this sounds like you, then it’s time for you to boost your immune system the natural way and enjoy a healthy and happy lifestyle.
What are some proactive ways to boost your immune system?
Here are the top 12 ways to boost your immune system and enjoy a healthy lifestyle:
1. Keep a well-balance state of mind. Normally you wouldn’t even think of your mind as an essential ingredient to a healthy lifestyle. If you are under constant stress, your mind will be in distress and can create havoc with your immune system. Your immune system monitors your “state of mind”.
A mind in distress overworks your immune system resulting to poor bodily functions. When under stress, you can deliberately find solace in things that calm you by switching your thoughts. This will release a chemical in your body that calms and quiets the mind.
2. Pay attention to your body. Your body usually sends out subtle warning signs when something is wrong with it. The early signs could be feelings of exhaustion, being cranky, and loss of appetite. From there you can take preventive measures to treat any malfunctions of the body.
3. Slow down your pace. You can pamper yourself by soaking in a warm tub with essential oils for aroma therapy, or you can take an Epsom salt bath. Over-fatigue can definitely slow down your immune system. It is best to reserve some time to relax and revitalize yourself every now and then.
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For most women, having their own biological child is blessing and yet for some it is just a dream. Unfortunately, many women have been trying to get pregnant for years. They are women within the conceiving age range, yet they are having difficulty getting pregnant.
There are various factors that can affect this. The current lifestyle, stress, or even the kind of food you take can all contribute to the causes of infertility.
Many have tried all sorts of medications with the help of their gynecologist but with no success.
If you are one of the unsuccessful women who have done everything but still couldn’t see any light at the end of the tunnel then there may be some hope on the way.
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Carpal tunnel is a affliction that occurs when the median nerve becomes compressed or squeezed at the wrist causing agony, weakness, a numb feeling and tingling in the hand and wrist which at times can also move up the arm.
What causes carpal tunnel syndrome?
Unfortunately, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is very common in Forest Hills and most of the New York area where there are so many office jobs. The long, routine office work that appears so harmless can often cause long-term injury to the fingers, wrist and arms.
It is often caused by some trauma or injury to the wrist. Sometimes, if you receive a forceful motion while your wrist is in a bent position, this can put pressure on the median nerve.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can also be caused by other medical conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, pregnancy and thyroid problems. The symptoms of CTS are often relieved when the underlying causes are treated.
So here are 6 fairly simple steps you can take to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome and resume your normal routine without any discomfort.
Ideally you can incorporate most… if not all preventive measures in order to have a better chance of avoiding this condition:
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