Improving Your Health

One of the lasting effects of having a stroke is weakness in one side of the body. Fortunately for stroke victims and their families, it's possible to regain strength in this side. Doing so doesn't come automatically, however. If the stroke victim and those around him or her aren't dedicated to a treatment program, it's possible that the victim will never be able to use his or her arm on this side properly again.

If you suffer pain or sensitivity in both or one of your knees that does not stop after a short period, you may be suffering from chronic knee pain. Chronic knee pain may not be traceable to one single incident; some of the most common causes include tendinitis, a torn ligament, arthritis, a tumor, or a Baker's cyst. It's possible for chronic knee pain to interfere with your quality of life, making it difficult for you to enjoy the activities you love.

 If you are in chronic pain, then you may be facing taking opioid medications to help take some of that pain away. However, before you start on this type of pain medication, it is a good idea to see what other options there may be out there. While opioid medications can be great for pain relief, they also come with risks and side effects. One risk you face when starting on this type of medication for chronic pain is becoming dependent or even addicted to it.

As a woman, you have spent your whole life battling at least some number of hormones. As you age, however, you start to experience a loss of hormones which can cause a variety of physical issues caused by menopause including dry skin, vaginal dryness, night sweats, and fatigue. To help you stabilize your hormones and get rid of these symptoms, your doctor may recommend that you try a treatment like bioidentical hormone replacement. What is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy?

Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is the rich plasma in your blood. Your blood is drawn and is placed into a centrifuge. The centrifuge then separates the platelet rich blood from the red blood cells and from the poor platelet cells. Platelet rich plasma can help treat a number of injuries and health issues. Read on for further information about platelet rich plasma and how these injections can benefit you. How Is This Treatment Performed?

While breast augmentation is arguably more popular as a cosmetic procedure, a growing trend in plastic surgery is also butt augmentation. Similar to breast augmentation, butt augmentation involves the process of placing implants in the buttocks region to give your rear end a more youthful, sexier appearance. Butt implants are different from a butt lift as they add extra layers to the buttocks for a fuller appearance. Is a butt implant right for you?

When you struggle with an eating disorder, you seek both physical and psychological treatment to help your body get back on track. One of the primary issues with eating disorders is that they disrupt your body's ability to metabolize food normally. It can take weeks of hard effort to begin eating normal meals again. If you are recovering from bulimia, follow these tips to help get your eating habits back to normal.

After a cancer diagnosis, your doctors may recommend surgery as part of your treatment plan or surgery may be delayed because the tumor is in a dangerous location. Depending on your specific type of cancer and recommended treatment plan, NanoKnife might be a better option than traditional surgical resection. 1. Less Invasive Procedure  Whenever possible, the least invasive method of removing your tumor is usually the better option. The less trauma your body experiences, the easier it will be to recover from a procedure, especially if you had chemotherapy or will have chemotherapy in the future.