Ladies commonly present to our Breast Cancer unit with complaints of lumps in the underarm region (axilla) and their first concern is always breast cancer, but not all axillary lumps are a sign of breast cancer. In this article, I will highlight the common causes of under-arm lumps/ swellings, which ladies can develop: Axillary lymph…
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The COVID-19 pandemic arrived unexpectedly, shaking the world and bringing with it widespread stress, fear, confusion, and deep uncertainty for both people and businesses everywhere. As we navigate the challenges ahead — in the workplace and beyond — it’s essential that individuals are equipped to handle the psychological, social, and economic impacts of COVID-19 with…
Sunset over a sheltered Bay Area Day 65,000 of Shelter in Place (a.k.a 8), There has been a heck of a lot of info flying around the airwaves as PT’s rapidly prepare themselves to be full on telehealth providers. I wanted to link to some resources: TeleHealth NOW Episode of Karen Litzy’s Healthy, Wealthy, and…
The recent outbreak of the devastating pandemic, commonly known as the Coronavirus, has many people rethinking their everyday habits. In addition to social distancing and more frequent hand washing, you may also want to consider giving your immune system a boost. While there’s a number of ways to do that like getting enough sleep and eating healthy, you can also take more vitamins. We’ve compiled a list of the…
Working from home sounds great in theory, but during these uncertain times, it can be a challenge. The new reality is you’re probably stuck at home, trying to maintain your job, your family’s health, your children’s education, and some sense of normalcy. With everyone under one roof, making quick, but healthy meals has become even…
10. Push during the eccentric phase. Similar to any other movement, lock in the eccentric phase by recruiting the antagonist muscles as this create eccentric-induced co-contraction. For the vertical pulling motion that means firing the shoulders, upper, chest, and triceps particularly towards the end phase of the stretched position. Simply put, it should feel as…
Anosognosia, a lack of awareness of being ill, is one of the principal reasons that involuntary treatment for the populations with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder with psychotic features (really brain disease) is huma… Source link
#4: Eat Comfort Food. I know, the first thing you think of is mac and cheese, chicken pot pie, fried chicken, ice cream. Those aren’t the foods I’m thinking of. Comfort food doesn’t have to be a calorie bomb! Foods can be satisfying and comforting while also healthy. Try this Lentil Soup or Mediterranean Vegetable…
Think about the most basic cardio exercise and running would pop up in your head. It’s undoubtedly the easiest form of exercise and you need almost nothing to get started with it – apart from a good pair of shoes and motivation, of course. Running is common as an exercise among all age groups and…