How common is back pain? Most back pain occurs in the lower back due to problems with the spine, muscles, ligaments or nerves in the back. The best stretches for back pain include the knee to chest stretch, lying knee twist, cat/cow stretch, cobra stretch and child's pose. Back pain is a common ailment, affecting...
What is an aneurysm? Aneurysms can be treated with medicine to slow their growth or with surgery to repair them if they are found before they rupture. An aneurysm occurs when part of an artery wall weakens. In the weakened spot, an abnormally large bulge develops. The bulge can rupture and cause internal bleeding. The...
In most cases, the changes in power after LASIK are minor and do not cause problems LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) surgery is a procedure to restructure the cornea and correct myopia. It corrects myopia in most people who undergo the procedure. However, in a small number of people, the lens may undergo age-related changes....
What’s your body type: ectomorph, endomorph or mesomorph? Different body types or somatotypes have different skeletal frames and body compositions. Body types or somatotypes are hereditary traits based on your skeletal frame (bone structure and density) and body composition (muscle and fat mass). Understanding bone structure and fat/muscle distribution can help you reach your fitness...
Bigger buttocks To achieve a butt that does not sag is well-toned, firm, and in good shape, you need to work on all the three following muscles (glutes) that make up your butt. Exercise is a great way to build muscles and tone your body. Certain exercises that target a particular muscle group can make...
Birth defects facts* *Birth defects facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOE Birth defects are structural or functional abnormalities present at birth that cause physical or mental disability. They are the leading cause of death for infants during the first year of life. Birth defects may be caused by genetic problems, problems with chromosomes, or...
Receding hairline A receding hairline is a type of hair loss affecting both men and women. A receding hairline is a type of hair loss affecting both men and women. As the name suggests, a receding hairline causes hair loss along the hairline. This is different from the overall thinning hair and bald spots that may...
No, you cannot feel the baby at 10 weeks pregnant. No, you cannot feel the baby at 10 weeks pregnant. Typically, it will take 6-15 weeks more to feel the baby bump and the baby’s movements. If you are skinny or a seasoned mommy, you sense vibrations or flutters at 13 weeks. The fetus at...
Cardiac catheterization (also called cardiac cath or coronary angiogram) is an invasive imaging procedure that tests for heart disease by allowing your doctor to see how well your heart is functioning. During the test, a long, narrow tube, called a catheter, is inserted into a blood vessel in your arm or leg and guided to...
Eczema may be persistent and difficult to treat Eczema may be persistent and difficult to treat. A combination of various treatment modalities may be required to treat eczema and control flare-ups. Despite successful treatment, flare-ups may still occur. Treatment of eczema also involves identifying and avoiding skin irritants or food allergies, avoiding extreme temperatures, and...