What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis carries with it the onset of a host of symptoms that can be painful, as well as possibly embarrassing. There is no true cure for the condition, but there are many treatment options to manage it. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the skin and the body’s response to the attacks is to overproduce skin cells. It is a lifelong … [Read more...]
Treating Back Spasms and Pain with Stretches
Back spasms are caused by many factors; stretches, exercises, and chiropractic can help relieve the pain. Causes and Symptoms of Back Spasms Electrolyte abnormalities and dehydration can be culprits behind the spasms of skeletal muscles. Stretching the muscle may provide immediate relief for abrupt pain.1 The contraction of the muscle in spasm, especially around the nerve roots or spinal cord, … [Read more...]
Massage and Acupuncture for Whiplash
Whiplash injuries are not something to ignore. Fortunately there are alternative treatments for this condition. What is Whiplash? Typically caused by automobile collisions, whiplash is an injury to the neck. The neck becomes injured when it is suddenly moved back and forward, stretching ligaments and muscles out of their usual range of motion. Icing the neck muscles, taking pain relievers, … [Read more...]
Alternative Treatments in Hospice Care
Hospice treatment, for the seriously and terminally ill, can also include alternative care options. What is Hospice? Hospice care provides treatment and palliation for patients who have serious or terminal illnesses. “Emotional and spiritual needs” are also addressed in this “philosophy of care”. Modern hospice treatment was pioneered by Dame Cicely Saunders in the 1950s, but hospice-type … [Read more...]
Massage and Acupuncture for Migraines
Migraines don’t necessarily require medical prescriptions for treatment. Alternatives, such as massage and acupuncture, can provide relief. What are Migraines? Migraines are not just headaches. They are severe, throbbing, and pulsing headaches, typically combined with vomiting, nausea, and light and sound sensitivity. The attacks can last from hours to days. Migraines can be preceded by an … [Read more...]
Various Parasomnias and Treatments
Parasomnias cover a range of sleep disorders. While there are medical treatments, alternative care may also benefit patients. Types of Parasomnias Sleep disorders involving unnatural behaviors, movements, perceptions, emotions, and dreams are called parasomnias. These problems happen during the entire sleep cycle: falling asleep, during sleep stages, and when waking. Parasomnias are … [Read more...]
Spinal Tumors and Treatment
Spinal tumors can be cancerous or not. There are various treatment options. What are Spinal Tumors? Malignant (cancerous) or benign (not cancerous) tumors in the spine can happen either in the bones or within or close to the spinal cord. Some patients may experience back pain or spinal pain. Of course, most back pain is not caused by a tumor (abnormal mass of tissue). A growth in the back … [Read more...]