Medications Myths

September 25, 2008

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 [...]

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Look Good Or Feel Good

September 21, 2008

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 [...]

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Summer’s End: 5 Reasons to Say Good-bye to Back Pain

September 14, 2008

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 Back Pain: Good-bye [...]

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High Heels and Flip-Flops Cause Back Pain

July 24, 2008

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 [...]

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Hobbies Relieve Pain

July 18, 2008

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 of [...]

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Better Night’s Sleep means Better Days

June 5, 2008

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. [...]

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My Niece is the next Carrie Bradshaw

June 3, 2008

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 [...]

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I Am A Survivor …

March 28, 2008

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 pupose is clear
Because I am Competitive
     Quitting is not an [...]

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