Arthritis is a generic term that encompasses over 100 different medical conditions, all of which affects the musculoskeletal system in one way or another. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritic condition and affects over 60% of those who are diagnosed with arthritis each year.

Osteoarthritis causes the degeneration of the joints to the point which the opposing bones begin to rub against each other. This causes incredible pain, discomfort, disability and swelling. One of the single greatest surgical contributions made to the treatment protocol of your …

Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic arthritic condition that is characterized by inflammation of the joints with the simultaneous exhibition of psoriasis on the stand. The diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis is dependent upon the patient also having the condition of psoriasis.

Ten percent of patients who suffer from, or experienced psoriasis will also go on to develop psoriatic arthritis. The disease is chronic and destructive, sometimes leading to complete joint destruction which requires joint replacement.

Psoriasis is a skin disorder that is distinguished by a patchy raised red area of skin …

Psoriasis is a common skin condition that is characterized by a patches of skin which are read, scaly and unsightly. The sufferer often also experiences discomfort and pain. Currently dermatologists estimate that 5.5 million Americans experience psoriasis. This condition can affect any age group but the onset that is usually gradual and then diagnosis made between age 15 and 35.

Individuals who suffer from psoriasis will often experience periodic flareups and possible remissions that can last several years. In approximately 10% of the people psoriasis will be …

Supplies:

* 12×12 wool flannel cloth, when folded to 4 thicknesses
* Castor oil
* Heating pad or hot water bottle
* Plastic wrap
* Towel

Directions:

Saturate the cloth in castor oil so that it is wet but not dripping. Lie down and apply the cloth to the abdomen making sure to cover the areas of the liver (just under the ribs on the right side) and the cecum (near the hip bone on the lower right side). Place the plastic wrap over the cloth to protect other items from getting soiled …

Acute and chronic digestive problems and disorders includes a broad spectrum ranging from heartburn, indigestion, GERD and Acid Reflux, IBS, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s, Colitis, Gastritis to other troublesome digestive symptoms including gas, bloating, diarrhea and constipation.

The family of digestive disturbances amounts to more than 2 million physician outpatient visits annually and almost 40% of referrals to a gastroenterologist.

Increasing public awareness with respect to the many diseases of the digestive system enables the best possible medical outcome and quality of life for current and future patients with digestive diseases. …

What is Psoriasis?

Typically psoriasis sufferers usually develop well defined red raised patches covered by silvery scales which form first on the scalp, behind the ears, on the back of the neck, between the shoulders, on elbows and knees or near fingernails and toenails.

Other areas of the body can also be affected including the back, the penis, the nails and even eyebrows. Individual psoriatic patches can spread and join together to affect quite a large area of the body. However, there are always psoriasis-free places where the skin looks normal, which …

Treatment of arthritis depends on the particular cause, a persons individual needs, which joints are affected, the severity of the arthritis and how the condition affects your daily lifestyle. Your age and occupation will also be taken into consideration when your practitioner works with you to create a treatment plan.

The goal in treating arthritis is to focus on eliminating the underlying (root) cause of the arthritis. However, the cause is NOT necessarily curable, as this is often a degenerative disease often associated with aging. The treatment goal, should address the …

There are many myths and facts about depression and the medications that treat it. Often people dont take the time to check out the difference between a myth and a fact but accept what they are told. This acceptance of myth significantly affects the way that depression and other mental health disorders are viewed by the public.

Learning the facts about depression prozac and Zoloft myths and facts will help to change the way that you view this very real mental health issue.

One myth about depression prozac and Zoloft …

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common forms of arthritis diagnosed in the United States today. In fact, the Arthritis Foundation estimates that nearly 60% of the diagnoses of arthritis can be attributed to osteoarthritis. This is a disease of the joints and not systemic like other forms of arthritis, such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis.

The most common symptom is that the joints become painful and sore after repetitive use and is usually worse at the end of the day. Individuals can also experience swelling, warmth and creaking …

Holistic migraine pain prevention and treatment is not a new approach but one that is gaining more followers as side effects of medications become more fully known.

Even as they have always been notated on the drug inserts, it is not until recently that the severity of some such side effects have become part of the media reporting associated with the overall use of pharmaceuticals.

There are a number of holistic tools that may be currently used by those seeking to prevent or treat their migraine pain in a more natural manner, …