How to Choose a Pillow That’s Right for You
Sleep is an integral part of your body’s health. Getting proper sleep is essential to tackling daily life. Pillows contribute much to how well you sleep at night. Using the wrong kind of pillow could lead to sleep deprivation, which can cause other health problems that can be detrimental to...
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7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Therapeutic Pillows
Having trouble sleeping? Wondering why your sleeping patterns feel completely off? Have you already invested in pillows advertised to be state of the art which promised a perfect night’s sleep? There may be some missing factors you might want to consider before investing in therapeutic pillows. Keep reading to learn...
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NECK PAIN CAUSED BY SNEEZING
Is there a correct way to sneeze??? Have you ever sneezed and began feeling numbness or tingling in your neck, down your shoulders or into your arms and hands? Have you ever felt a sharp pain in your neck during or immediately after sneezing? You’re not alone. Sneezing is one...
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THERAPEUTIC PILLOWS – WHAT ARE THEY, DO WE NEED THEM AND TYPES TO AVOID
There are about 100 so called “Therapeutic Pillows” on the market but what are the therapeutic effects and what types can cause harm? Let me start with an explanation of the term "Therapeutic". The word can be used to describe a therapeutic massage, a therapeutic mattress or bed, a therapeutic...
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7 NATURAL WAYS TO IMPROVE INSOMNIA AND SLEEP HABITS
Have you been waking up during the night with a million thoughts and just can’t seem to fall back asleep? Do you have trouble falling asleep? Or do you simply always feel tired during the day? You are not alone! SLEEP HYGIENE: WHAT YOU CAN DO TO IMPROVE YOUR NIGHT'S...
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5 TIPS FOR KEEPING COOL ON HOT SUMMER NIGHTS
If you are uncomfortably hot, you are more likely to have trouble sleeping and wake up at night due to the rise in your core temperature, perhaps even breaking a sweat. Of course air conditioning is the overall choice, but here are five other creative tips to help you improve your sleep...
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BULGING DISC IN THE SPINE
If you have been told that you have a bulging disc in your neck or low back, you are not alone. Millions of people have discs that compress that end up “bulging” or what is also called “protruding”, or a disc protrusion. These two terms are almost exactly the same. A...
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MEMORY FOAM OR LATEX: WHICH IS THE BEST PILLOW?
Looking for the best pillow to relieve your stiff neck and offer some neck pain relief? Interested in purchasing an orthopedic pillow, but not sure between memory foam pillows and talalay latex pillows? MATERIALS: Memory foam pillows are made of man-made chemicals including polyurethane, acetone and methylbenzene. A researcher at...
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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT MATTRESS AND THE RIGHT FIRMNESS
The IMPORTANCE: The wrong mattress can cause back pain, create unnecessary heat and be a major cause of sleep loss. Choosing the right mattress and firmness can support your spine, keep you cool and give you comfort. Getting these three things right are paramount in getting good sleep and improving your health. Here’s...
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TOP THREE REASONS FOR A STIFF NECK
If you are experiencing a stiff neck and it seemingly came out of nowhere, you are not alone. I have been treating patients with neck stiffness and pain for over 30 years and although the possible reasons could reach into literally the hundreds, I will outline the top three reasons...
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