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Reduce Your Repetitive Stress Injury Risk
February 26, 2013Managing repetitive stress injuries often requires some lifestyle changes, and it can take time to work out a strategy that works best for you. Here are a few minor changes you can implement to minimize stress on your hands and wrists: Alternate Tas...
Read moreAcupuncture Effective in Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
February 19, 2013According to a randomized, controlled study published in the May 2009 issue of the Clinical Journal of Pain, acupuncture is as effective as the corticosteroid, prednisone, for the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The study investigated the efficacy of acupuncture compared with steroid treatment in patients with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome as measured by both nerve conduction studies and symptom assessment surveys. One group received eight acupuncture treatments over four weeks, and the other group received daily oral doses of prednisone for four weeks. Results showed that acupuncture was just as effective as the corticosteroid for pain, numbness, tingling and weakness. For the symptoms of night time awakening and motor function, the acupuncture group had better result...
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Get Relief from Repetitive Stress Injuries with Acupuncture
February 17, 2013Repetitive stress injuries (RSI) are the most common job-related injuries and are responsible for the highest number of days lost among all work related injuries. One of the most well-known types of repetitive stress injury, carpal tunnel syndrome (...
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Sufferers of Chronic Fatigue Find Relief With Oriental Medicine
January 29, 2013Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is far more than just being tired. It is a frustrating, complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that may worsen with physical or mental activity and does not improve with rest. Those affected with CFS ca...
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Tips for a Restful Night
January 22, 2013Sound sleep is the foundation of good health. We need 6-8 hours of sleep every night to recharge our batteries. Practicing good sleep hygiene and keeping your body in sync with the rhythm of day and night can help your body cope with sleep deprivation and give it an opportunity to get stronger and heal. By implementing just a few of these suggestions, you should notice a great improvement in your sleep and how you function during daylight hours. Ambiance Make your bedroom a sanctuary. Keep it dark, cool, and quiet. Angle the clock face away from the bed. If you get up to use the bathroom during the night, don’t turn on the light; use a nightlight to safely guide you. The optimal temperature for sleep is 60 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit. When Hungry Avoid heavy meals and sugary or high gr...
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We are located at 360 Jordan Road in Uptown Sedona, Arizona