The holiday season can be so romantic. However, those with pain find it difficult to feel sensual and romantic no matter what time of year it is. For those couples who are looking to rekindle the fire, now is a great time to start a dialogue about sex. Partnerships cannot work without good communication and [...]
Time for holiday shopping and wish lists. As suggestions, I wanted to list a few of my favorite things. All of these make great gifts to improve spine health and make living more comfortable. The Perfect Chair (www.humantouch.com): A zero-gravity oasis La Fuma Chair (www.amazon.com): Portable comfort for every location Body Pillow (www.relaxtheback.com): Keeps the [...]
Recently, I wrote an article about anti-inflammatory medications (like ibuprofen, aleve, Voltaren, etc) that generated a great deal of interest and discussion. Many people are fooled by some of the myths about anti-inflammatory medications (NSAID’s). Because these drugs are the most prescribed and utilized medicines in the world, I think that the safety profile and the [...]
Look good or feel good, that is the dilemma that many women face. Just this week, I saw two women in pain because of their wardrobe choices. Choosing to wear a bra or high heels may give an impression of looking good, but both of these items of clothing can lead to pain. Why does [...]
With the summer winding down to a close, many women look forward to less back pain. Here are some of the reasons why summer’s end means saying good-bye back pain. Good-bye Back Pain: Good-bye barefooted frolics through the summer days without well cushioned shoes. Good-bye Back Pain: Good-bye frequent leg shaving in precarious positions. Good-bye [...]
That’s right ladies check your shoe closet. If you wonder why your back hurts at the end of the day, your shoes that you have been wearing all day is probably to blame. How many bad shoes did you buy after watching the movie “Sex and the City”? Hey, this is not just a girl [...]
Doctor’s order: Find a hobby. That’s right, go fishing, start sewing, or learn to paint; just find something that you enjoy, something that distracts you, and something that connects you with other people. You will always be in less pain when you are doing something that you enjoy. Enjoyment brings pleasure. What is the opposite [...]
Sleep is the greatest weapon against a busy world. I know all to well what it is like to have pain interrupt my sleep. Going to bed used to be a dreaded activity because I knew I would wake up in agony. That was until I learned how to respect my curves as a woman. [...]
Oh no, my 5 year old niece is completely fascinated with high heels. I had no idea that a 5 year old could possibly be so influenced by fashion trends. Of course, being my niece, she is already worried that she will not be allowed to wear high heels on account that her aunt Christy [...]
Because I am Brave Fear is powerless against me Because I am Curious I find solutions Because I am Serendipitous Good always seems to find me Because I am Optimistic A silver lining is easily revealed Because I am Confident I trust my intuition Because I am Loved My [...]
