Category: Health Solutions

At some point in our lives, most of us will suffer back pain. For those unfortunate enough to be plagued by chronic back pain over a sustained period, it forms a debilitating presence which hampers our lives. Treatments vary depending on the cause of the condition. Medicines, from the over-the-counter pain relief of ibuprofen through to prescriptions which directly attack the source of agony, are rarely a solution on their own. Outside of medication, a key breakthrough has been the use of infrared and heat treatments. At their heart, both penetrate muscles and tissues for a restorative healing process. There are key differences between the two.   1.     What Is Heat Treatment? Heat treatment in its basic form comes via heat pads. Known as radiant heat, this is a superficial and uncomplicated pain relief via heat pads available from any pharmacy. Core to its success is the impact of heat on the brain; it reduces the pain signals sent from nerve endings, providing much-needed respite. Infrared takes the treatment a stage further. Replicating the impact of sunlight on the body, the rays penetrate deep into muscle groups relieving tensions, increasing blood flow to the damaged areas which improves the healing […]

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The human foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints (20 of which are actively articulated), 42 muscles, and at least 50 tendons and ligaments that work together. Our feet allow us to stand upright and perform physical activities like walking, jumping, and running. Muscles, ligaments, and tendons run along the surfaces of the feet for complex movements required for balance and motion. Many foot problems, such as bunions, heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, toenail fungus, and hammer toes, can develop due to many factors. Wearing ill-fitting shoes, repetitive strain, improper hygiene, and health conditions can contribute to the development of any foot problem. 1. Bunions Bunions occur when the joints in the big toe cannot fit together and it becomes tender or swollen. This may develop due to trauma, congenital deformities, arthritis, or heredity. This condition can be painful when wearing shoes that do not have enough space for toes. Some people also believe that wearing narrow shoes result in the formation of bunions. Bunions can be treated by changing your footwear and with over-the-counter pain relievers. If conservative methods do not work, surgery may be recommended. 2. Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band […]

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