In a recent chronic pain survey, over 50 million Americans reported they were in pain most or all of the time. In the age of the Opioid Epidemic, chronic pain sufferers and their physicians are turning away from drugs and finding alternate solutions. Physical therapy and massage are now the most common pain management strategies. One potential solution physical therapists use is dry needling.
What Is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a procedure performed by a physical therapist who is certified in the practice.
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People go to the eye doctor once a year and go to the dentist once or twice a year, and yet far too many people don't go for a checkup for another critical part of their body, and that's your ears. Your hearing is just as valuable a part of your body and your day-to-day experience as anything provided by your eyes or your mouth. A regular trip to your local audiologist for a checkup can help you in a variety of ways.
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COVID-19 tests are readily available. You should make proper use of them if there is any reason why it would be a good idea for you to be tested. Here are some times when it would be a good idea for you to be tested, as well as some examples of times when it may even be more of a necessity.
You may have been exposed to COVID
If you have found out that you may have been exposed to COVID, then you should be tested.
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You may have seen chiropractors working on athletes before during the Olympics. But do you know why they are there? Chiropractic care is essential for athletes because it helps them maintain their health and performance. This article discusses three reasons why athletes need chiropractic care.
To Prevent Injuries
Athletes are always at risk of injuries, whether a twisted ankle during a soccer game or a strained muscle during a marathon. And while there's no way to prevent injuries completely, you can take steps to minimize your risk.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is a common condition that has a variety of symptoms including infertility. There isn't a single blood test to confirm you have this hormonal imbalance. Instead, your gynecologist can review your history of symptoms, do a pelvic exam, and run blood tests to rule out other diseases and arrive at a diagnosis.
Treatments for this condition often involve managing the symptoms that bother you most. Here are some treatments for PCOS your gynecologist might recommend.
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