What is Arthritis? Arthritis refers to a joint in the body being inflamed. The normal joint has cartilage-capped bones that articulate, or move in relation to each other. The cartilage plus the synovial fluid, which lubricates the joint, allows the joint surfaces to move past each other without friction. The cartilage surfaces can wear thin or wear completely through to the underlying bones. This causes irregular surfaces that rub against each other, causing pain, inflammation, swelling and … [Read more...] about Treating Hand Arthritis
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Preventing Stroke With a Carotid Artery Stent
The carotid arteries in your neck supply the brain with blood. The carotid arteries travel up each side of the neck and branch into smaller vessels that supply blood to the brain. Blood flowing through the carotid arteries (carotid pulses) can be felt on each side of the neck next to the windpipe. Unfortunately, the carotid arteries are a common location for hardening of the artery wall, called atherosclerosis, to occur. If the arteries become clogged, it can result in a stroke. … [Read more...] about Preventing Stroke With a Carotid Artery Stent
Massage Benefits Reach Beyond Relaxation
Did you know regular therapeutic massages can do more than relieve stress? There have been numerous studies that show the positive effects of massage and the value of making them part of your wellness routine. In fact, both The New York Times and Oprah.com recently wrote articles about a study done by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles that identified significant physical benefits from massage. Mark Rapaport, M.D., chairman of the department of psychiatry and behavioral neurosciences … [Read more...] about Massage Benefits Reach Beyond Relaxation