Thursday, January 2, 2020

This Wearable Device Uses Artificial Intelligence To Communicate With Users


This Wearable Device Uses Artificial Intelligence To Communicate With Users




There is a new project for a device includes a wireless lumbar sensor that detects the posture and movements and uses artificial intelligence to create a personalized set of exercises and communicates with the user to define a strategy to prevent back pain. More Information click here.



 

Treating Muscle Knots With Dry Needling


Treating Muscle Knots With Dry Needling




There is a new technique called dry needling for treating pain associated with muscle conditions. Acupuncture is an ancient practice that inserts needles in certain points to manipulate energy flow in the body. On the other hand, dry needling inserts needles in the muscles that have contracted into a knot. It works for treating lower back pain, neck pain, hip pain, upper back pain, among others. Additional details click here.



 

Unusual Causes Of Back Pain


Unusual Causes Of Back Pain    




Back pain is not only the result of a poor posture, an improper movement or lifting, or back injury. There can be other lesser-known causes, like excessive stress can tighten muscles in the back or neck. Also, addiction to technology can lead to a hunched posture, adding weight to the spine. It can also be the sight of not sitting properly, muscle imbalance, or a more serious condition like a ruptured disk. Click here for more information.



 

Wednesday, January 1, 2020

Treating Back Pain By Sleeping On The Floor


Treating Back Pain By Sleeping On The Floor




In some cases, back pain can be a cause of poor sleep, because of an improper mattress. An alternative is sleeping on a hard surface, such as the floor. This can provide the spine with a greater level of support. Also, it helps in stretching the body, while a soft mattress helps compress it, aligns the body resulting in a straight posture, and prevents misalignments, reducing lower back pain. Learn more about sleeping on the floor. More info click here.



 

Back Pain Treatment Based On Platelet-Rich Plasma


Back Pain Treatment Based On Platelet-Rich Plasma    




Painkillers based on opioids can have unwanted side effects, the risk of addiction and loss of effectivity. A new treatment uses platelet-rich plasma naturally heals injuries related to back pain, arthritis, tendonitis and sports injuries, among others. It heals the damaged cells and improves recovery. Additional information click here.



 

Consequences Improper Breathing And A Low Oxygen Level In The Body


Consequences Improper Breathing And A Low Oxygen Level In The Body    




A healthy lifestyle means a proper diet, exercise, enough sleep hours, and being hydrated. However, many people forget about breathing properly. Proper breathing is done through the diaphragm, but a shallow or improper breathing will make the chest do all the work. This will cause an imbalance between the amount of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body. The consequences of a low oxygen level go from a low ability to concentrate, unhealthy skin, poor sleeping, difficulty exercising, among others. Click here for more info.



 

A Sedentary Lifestyle Will Increase The Risk Of Several Serious Health Conditions


A Sedentary Lifestyle Will Increase The Risk Of Several Serious Health Conditions    




Recent research has found the sedentary behavior is just as bad as obesity. Sitting for too much time, at your desk or in front of the TV will not only cause back pain. For example, it increases the risk of anxiety, while doing exercise can boost the mood. Also, the cancer risk increases, possibly because if the junk food and sweetened drinks that are ingested in front of the TV. Sedentarism also develops a higher risk of dementia and diabetes, which is lowered with exercise. Check all the risks of a sedentary lifestyle. More details click here.