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Dec 06, 2007 -
Doing forward bends on your own aren't nearly as deep and satisfying as doing them with a partner. You can pull on each other to stretch your hamstrings and lower back even further and it feels amazing. Give this one a try.
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Jun 15, 2007 -
I just told you how to do Seated Forward Bend on your own, so now you can try it with a partner. It feels amazing since you can have your partner gently pull you into a deeper stretch for your hamstrings and lower back.
It's so important to communicate when doing Partner Yoga.
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Sep 07, 2007 -
Seated forward bends feel amazing on your hamstrings and lower back. Doing this pose with a partner, called Double Sandwich, can add some some weight to your torso and help you elongate your spine even further. It also gives you an even deeper stretch than you could ever do on your own.
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May 31, 2007 -
Doing yoga with a partner can be so much fun, not to mention you can each get deeper into poses than you could on your own.
This partner yoga pose called Double Standing Straddle is great for opening the backs of your hamstrings, stretching out your lower back and neck, and lengthening the spine. Since your head is below your heart, this pose is great for relieving headaches, sinus pressure, and boredom.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Treatment: Corns and Callus...
- Treatment: Bunions
- Treatment: Hammertoes
- Treatment: Ingrown Toenails...
- Treatment: Forefoot Pain...
- Treatment: Heel Pain
- Treatment: Flat Feet
- Treatment: Abnormally High ...
- Treatment: Tarsal Tunnel Sy...
- Treatment: Foot Injury
- Prevention
- Shoes
- Insoles and Orthotics
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
Treatment for Ingrown Toenail:
- Orthonyxia, a surgical technique that implants a small metal brace into the top of the nail, was as effective as traditional surgical techniques for preventing ingrown toenail from recurring, according to one study.
- A nonsurgical method for treating ingrown toenail with chemicals uses either sodium hydroxide or phenol, but one study shows that sodium hydroxide procedures have a better outcome and faster recovery than phenol procedures.
Treatment for Forefoot Pain:
- Ultrasound-guided injection of alcohol might provide relief from Morton's neuroma, according to one study. Symptoms improved in 94% of patients who had the treatment, a success rate comparable to that of surgery.
Treatment for Heel Pain:
- NSAIDs reduce pain and disability in people with plantar fasciitis when used with other techniques, such as night splints and stretching.
- Studies show that extracorporeal shockwave therapy provides a very small reduction in heel pain without side effects. It may be a good option for patients who haven't responded well to conservative treatment.
Work-related Foot Problems:
- An estimated 120,000 job-related foot injuries occur every year, about a third of them involving the toes.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Symptoms
- Complications
- Diagnosis
- Prevention
- Treatment for Acute Sinusit...
- Treatment for Chronic Sinus...
- Surgery
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Drug Restriction
In February 2007, the FDA announced that the antibiotic telithromycin (Ketek) should no longer be used for treatment of acute bacterial sinusitis. In June 2006, the FDA reported that several people had died of liver damage after taking this drug. Telithromycin is now only approved for treatment of community-acquired pneumonia.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
Overview
- Signs and Symptoms
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Treatment Approach
- Other Considerations
- Supporting Research
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Sinus headaches cause a dull, deep, throbbing pain in the front of your head and face. They are caused by an inflammation in your sinuses (air-filled cavities around your nose, eyes, and cheeks). Bending down or leaning over generally makes the pain worse, as does cold and damp weather.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
Overview
- Signs and Symptoms
- What Causes It?
- Who's Most At Risk?
- What to Expect at Your Provider's Office
- Treatment Options
- Prognosis/Possible Complications
- Following Up
- Supporting Research
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Women who have premenstrual syndrome (PMS) experience a variety of physical and emotional symptoms that occur each month from 2 to 14 days before their menstrual cycle. The symptoms usually disappear once the cycle begins. PMS may begin at any age and ends after menopause.
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Aug 28, 2008 -
Between sitting, running, biking, or driving a long commute, most of us suffer from tight hips. The seated T-hip stretch lengthens tight glutes as it opens the hips. It is a more intense variation of Double Pigeon, so ease into this move.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Prognosis
- Risk Factors
- Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Quick-Relief Medications...
- Long-Term Relief Medication...
- Other Treatments
- Managing Asthma
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Drug Warning
In 2007, the FDA requested the manufacturers of omalizumab (Xolair) to include a “boxed warning” emphasizing that this drug may cause a severe and life-threatening allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Health care providers need to carefully observe patients for 2 hours after they receive an omalizumab injection. However, because an allergic reaction can occur up to 24 hours after the injection, patients need to know the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and how to self-administer emergency treatment.
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