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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PLASTIC SURGERY – POST OP, BEAUTY SLEEP AND THE BEST PILLOW
Have you recently had or are thinking about plastic surgery on your face, nose or jaw? Millions of Americans undergo face lifts, jaw reconstruction, chin tucks, nose reconstruction ( rhinoplasty ) and other plastic surgery procedures to restore function or improve the look of their head, neck and face every year. The...
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TOP 7 PREGNANCY SLEEP TIPS
A National Sleep Foundation poll found that over three-quarters of women sleep WORSE during pregnancy. Moreover, new moms and pregnant women are more likely to suffer insomnia than any other group of women. Here are seven pregnancy sleep tips to help moms-to-be sleep well. Top 7 Pregnancy Sleep Tips: Sleeping on your...
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SLEEP TIPS FOR SPRINGTIME
After a long and bitter winter, we welcome SPRING with open arms! But could the warmer weather negatively affect your sleep? Here are eight tips for maximizing your zzz's this spring: 1. Warmer Weather: As it gets warmer outside, it may take longer to fall asleep and be more challenging...
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HOW TO TREAT CHRONIC SLEEP PROBLEMS
Can't sleep? People usually experience persistent difficulty with sleeping for three reasons: Pain Anxiety Sleep disorders, including snoring (person and partner) Chronic pain is a primary reason why people have insomnia or can't sleep. According to the Huffington Post, about one third of all Americans experience some kind of long-lasting pain, at...
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OPTIMAL SLEEP HEALTH – 6 VERY IMPORTANT TIPS TO FOLLOW
Here are a selection of recommendations in order to take control of your sleep health to live your optimal life : • Be consistent with sleep. Sleep is as important to a person as fuel is to our car, both in terms of quality and quantity. You need proper sleep...
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TIP OF THE DAY
Get better rest by keeping your head and feet cool on warm nights. Opt for no socks and choose a breathable Talalay latex pillow (like PILLO1) for your head.
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ISOMETRIC SHOULDER EXERCISES, GOOD FOR ROTATOR CUFF INJURY PREVENTION EVEN IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC!
Do you suffer from shoulder or stiff neck pain? Weakness in the shoulder and rotator cuff can make you susceptible to sports injury so maintaining strength is important. Try this on-the-go Isometric Exercise Program for rehabilitation and sports injury prevention. Try these exercises possibly while driving in traffic. Who knew...
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