From an aching back to swollen feet and ankles, there is no question that getting a good massage while you are pregnant sounds really tempting. Even though massage during pregnancy can alleviate some of the undesirable symptoms and improve blood flow, many moms-to-be avoid massage by a professional completely. This is usually related to common misconceptions about getting a massage during pregnancy. Here are a few of those misconceptions and the facts you should know.
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If you recently had a shoulder injury and it's not healing properly, you'll want to see an orthopedic specialist to see what the delay is. It can be difficult to rest your shoulder since you use it in a majority of your daily activities, but if it isn't healing properly it won't feel better, even with rest. You don't want to spend the rest of your life babying the injury, or taking pain medications.
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As a parent, you want to ensure that your child stays safe and healthy. If you are a parent of a teen athlete, this is even more important. If your child participates in high impact or other physically demanding sports and has vision that needs correcting, contact lenses may be your best and safest option.
While there are glasses that are designed for wearing during sport activities these are not always the safest choice, especially in high impact sports like football.
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In recent years, as health care options are expanding and changing, more and more attention is being placed on the topic of pain management. The days of doctors solely treating chronic pain with prescription painkillers and analgesics are relatively gone. Now, there are new methods and techniques for patients. In fact, clinics are opening in most major cities to serve as pain institutes or pain management centers. Here, then, are some of the newest methods for managing chronic pain.
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Taking proper care of your teeth is critical for good dental health. The amount of time and effort you invest into your teeth will pay huge dividends for you. You are probably aware that daily and brushing and flossing are necessary, but there are other steps that can help you maintain the health of your teeth. Knowing other steps that can help improve your smile is important.
Step #1: Know your health
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