Archive for December, 2009
December 15, 2009 at 11:55 am · Filed under pain, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Arthritis, Health, Fibromyalgia
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In many, many ways our hands are what separate us from lower life forms. Our hands, when used in conjunction with the boundless imagination and creativity that pours forth from our minds, enable us to create tools, art, and virtually everything that makes humans unique. Like our voices, our hands are one of the most important ways in which we communicate with the world.
As the world becomes increasingly dependent on technology, our hands are becoming ever more important in our ability to communicate. Every email, every text, every touch screen we encounter involves our ability to use our hands to shape our message to the world. That is why it can be absolutely devastating when a debilitating injury to the hand occurs.
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December 14, 2009 at 10:42 am · Filed under pain, Arthritis, Health, Fibromyalgia
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If you’ve been waking up with a strange sensation in your hands, such as numbness, tingling, or burning—you might be in the first stages of carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition occurs when a nerve in the wrist of one or both hands becomes compressed, which over time weakens the muscles and causes feelings of numbness.
There may be some pain and discomfort, but the biggest indicator that carpal tunnel is present is a regular feeling of the hand “falling asleep.” If left too long, carpal tunnel can cause permanent damage to the hand, making bending the thumb and index fingers difficult. The causes of this condition are largely attributed to genetic factors; however, some studies point to work-related activities as culprits.
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December 4, 2009 at 1:08 pm · Filed under pain, Aging and Longevity, Medicare, Parkinson's Disease, Stroke, Heart and Lung, Health, Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia
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There are two types of stair lifts available in the market today. These are the straight stair lift and curved stair lift. In choosing the best stair lift, you have to consider few factors.
You need to determine the type of stairway that you have at home. If it is a straight, then you will need the straight stair lift. This is the cheapest type because it is a straight run.
If your stairway has curves, twists or landings in between, you will need the curved stair lift. Usually, curved stair lifts have to be custom made and is very expensive. If your stairway has two straight runs with a landing in between, you can opt for two straight stair lifts, which can be can cost less compared to a curved stair lift.
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