What Should You Be Afraid Of

Aging brings risk of falling injury disease immobility disability and premature death. Most Americans most people not look forward to aging. Adults are afraid of aging painfully little by little one step at a time. But ways to reduce aging process easier than you think. Let me show you. But first...

Almost 38 billion Americans between 45 and 54 years old in the United States according to Demographic Statistics for United States. Please dont become a victim of The Opioid Crisis. Over 28,000 Americans die from Opioid overdose every year. Don't be the next victim of The Opioid Crisis if you dont have to. Your choice... 

Body degenerates naturally. Childhood accidents come back to haunt us. Inflammation pain falls injury diseases immobility disability. Can be a vicious circle.  But wait. You can make a difference. Prevent aging fast. Reduce inflammation leading cause of pain. Prevent degeneration. Slow degeneration process at any age. Avoid pain and suffering. Prevent immobility disability health condition premature aging. Return to activities of daily living. Turn health around. Discover why my purpose my mission can change a life.  Turn misfortune to fortune. Disaster to fortune. Turn tragedy into triumph. Now. Make the decision to help yourself feel better. Every little bit helps. 

Make Your Life Easier

Age Osteoarthritis Back Pain Plantaar Fasciitis Surgery whatever the reason for Chronic Pain its debilitating. Pain upset normal activity. Daily activity. Activities of Daily Living. Quality of life and longevity.  Make your life a little easier more enjoyable a little step at a time. If bedridden some suggestions...

1. Position the things you need close to you
2. Talk to your doctor about any movement you can do. A tiny bit is better than nothing. Continuous bed rest is an old adage. Move your toes. Move your legs. Move your torso. Make faces. Move your hands to the music. Just move something. You will feel better.  But don't push it! Easy does it...
3. Read a book of interest
4. Listen to your favorite music (sway or dance carefully)
5. Crochet a string for your cat to play with (I did for my daughter's kitty)
6. Watch nature programming on TV. Soothing!!
7. Join the Senior Center
8. Reach out to someone a friend to talk to. And should you need this...
9. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 
10.  Crisis Text Line
11. Maybe you are in a similar situation as yours truly. That would be me. Work through chronic pain. Unwilling to give in to pain. And need a little help from a friend. Here are a few helpful hints to that save time. Make my life easier and a little brighter...
12. Organize things so you reach them easier 
13. Put things in the same place all the time so you dont get frustrated trying to find them. 
14. Make your bed. It sets the stage for the rest of the day. A great book I thought.
15. Make a list the night before. They can be anything. Check them off as you go. You will feel accomplished at the end of the day. Feel good about yourself!
16. Bake two coffee cakes and freeze one.
17. Cook double the recipe and separate into individual containers and freeze
18. Get fresh air even if you just sit outside for a while.
19. Organize your bedroom bathroom drawers...
20. Get together with friends for board games
21. Join a senior center. They have activities all the time.
22. Get out whenever possible.

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Opioid Addiction Part Two

Opioid Overdose happens before you know it. Just five days can cause addiction. Let me show you short term and long term health effects of Opioid use. Theres an alternative so you dont become a victim of The Opioid Crisis. But first...

Between 1999 and 2016 over 630,000 people died from a drug overdose according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. On average 115 Americans per day die of Opioid Overdose according to the CDC. Lots of people victim of The Opioid Crisis! The good news. But first. These people are...

People in chronic pain. Cancer patients account for 51% of prescription opioid medication for pain. And 66.4% were treating other forms of pain. Back pain including lower back pain leads the list of pain symptoms and chronic pain symptoms. Diabetes and other chronic nonspecific pain and arthritis require pain prescriptions. 1 The aging population including baby boomers experience degeneration misalignment disease and health condition than ever before.  Opioid addiction happens...

Prescription Medication. Pain relief feels good. Pain reduction welcome. After a while pain-numbing effect fades. Its called Opioid tolerance: The prescribed dosage stops working as well. You A higher dose of pain medication. Hydrocodone Oxycodone Codeine Methadone Hydromorphone Morphine Fentanyl.The narcotic pain medication available in the United States of America. 2

The dose increases for the same profound pain relief. Now dangerous high levels of Opioid  maintain the same level of pain relief. Now you become a victim of The Opioid Crisis. Don’t be a victim of pain killers and their consequences. You have a choice. There’s a healthy safe proven way to conquer your pain. Reduce inflammation disease immobility. Even improve the function of the central nervous system. Up to you to improve health and welfare without side effects. Treat the cause instead of the symptom. Health is your greatest asset! No more band-aids. Last week. Next week Part Three Pain Will Kill You.

Website also available in Spanish and German.

References:
1. No Pain, Ekatetrina Pesheva, September 10, 2018, Harvard Medical Scool
2. Narcotic Pain Medications (Opioids, Analgesics,  Narcotics) Omudhome Ogbr PharmD, MedicineNet.com

Help For Holiday Depression

The holiday season is a time for family social gathering and holiday celebration. But for many people the holidays are a time of sadness grief loneliness stress anxiety and depression. You are not alone. 

The holiday season takes a toll. The results...Headaches insomnia stress and anxiety and more are the results. Gloomy weather cold temperatures and shorter daylight hours cause depression to increase. Many can relate to the pain due to changes in the atmospheric pressure and moisture. PAIN so bad you have trouble getting up in the morning. Add to that work of holiday festivities. And remember the food and the young lady with PCOS who so desperately tries to stick to stick to her plan.  Or the patient with diabetes. Pain anxiety and frustration are devastating. Dont forget seniors the most susceptible to holiday blues. Memories of happier times flood the mind. The mind remembers tradition and people that shared them. The elderly may find physical immobility mental impairment and increased pain preventing holiday celebration like years gone by. Memories can be devastating. Inability to function properly and perform activities of daily living brings frustration. A state of depression becomes common during the holiday season. But manageable because holiday festivities are all around. But please be aware. Suicidal thoughts and suicide increase after holiday festivities according to HCA. Allow me to share some reasons for holiday sadness…

·        Stress

·        Fatigue

·        Unrealistic expectations

·        Over-commercialization

·        Financial stress

·        Inability to be with family and friends

You are not alone. The hustle and bustle of the time between Thanks Giving and New Years is stressful and sometimes overwhelming.  Juggling holiday shopping parties family and friends with everyday obligations can feel impossible sometimes. Add to that the constant stream of holiday commercials. Consumer marketing brings more stress and fatigue. Sometimes you just want to scream "Enough already." You are not alone. Next week: suggestions to relieve holiday stress and depression. Need help now?  Suicide prevention hotline 1-800-273-8255

References:

1.      Holiday Depression and Stress, WebMD

2.      It Is Alright To Be Sad During the Holidays, Accepting sadness is healthier than denial & key to progress forward, Judith J Wurtman Ph.D., Psychology Today, Dec 19, 2015

3.      Holiday Blues and Older Adults, Laureate Way, Laureate Group

Reduce Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes Part Two

Get back on track. Improve health. Yes now you can improve your health safe and natural. Get back in control step by step. Carbohydrates: energy and fuel for the brain and more. But carbohydrates can also kill you.

Obesity. Type 2 Diabetes. Heart Disease. Stress. Anxiety. Depression.  And suicide on the rise…

Crisis. Get help NOW. A matter of life and death. Start with information at glance here before the doctor appointment. Reduce some stress and anxiety with more information. Maybe stir up a question you never thought of. Ease your mind as much as possible. For instance...
Type 2 Diabetes a life-altering serious condition. What you eat counts more than how much you eat. Carbohydrates provide energy and fuel for the brain. But all carbohydrates are not the same. Avoid bad carbohydrates or simple carbohydrates. Look for good carbohydrates also known as complex carbohydrates including...

·        Vegetables

·        Whole Fruits

·        Legumes: Lintels, kidney beans, peas etc.

·        Nuts: peanuts, walnuts, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts etc.

·        Seeds: pumpkin seeds, chia seeds

·        Whole Grains: pure oats, quinoa, brown rice etc.

Be wise. Take time for better health. All calories count. Calories from fat protein or carbohydrates in excess to body needs turn to fat. Think about the loss of mobility for activities of daily living. Quality of life. Then disability sets in. Sure you agree time for weight management solution for the severity of health conditions like… 

·       PCOS

·       type 2 diabetes

·       Mental illness such as clinical depression anxiety and other mental disorders

·       heart disease and stroke

·       certain types of cancer

·       sleep apnea and breathing problems 
s      osteoarthritis

·       fatty liver disease

·       kidney disease

·       high blood pressure (Hypertension)

·       High LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides (Dyslipidemia)

·       Gallbladder Disease

·       pregnancy problems such as high blood sugar during pregnancy high blood pressure and increased risk for cesarean delivery (C – section)

Make a difference in someones health.  Eat good carbs I told my daughter. Carbohydrates provide us with energy and fuel for the brain. Eat healthy. Live well.

P.S.  Overweight: a public health concern.  This website is also available in Spanish and German. Share and make a difference with me.

References:
1.  Health Risks of Being Overweight, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases NIH, US Department of Health and Human Services

2.      2.  Adult Obesity Causes & Consequences, CDC

3. I  have PCOS, should I avoid carbs completely? –Young Womens Health

Neck Pain

CORKSCREW ON FIRE

Neck pain—a common problem for many adults at some point in their lives. Pain lingers. Progresses. Radiates into the shoulders.  Tingling. Numbness down the arms. Into your fingers. Don’t despair there’s someone who can help. Read on…

In 2012 nearly 51% of Americans suffered from neck pain. Keep in mind the increase in computer games… and cell phones since then. You’re smart. You get the picture. Don’t let this happen to you. Discover how to save yourself from debilitating neck pain. But first let me tell you a story.

Meet Amy a wife and mother of two active teens and two fur babies. Prides herself on structure. Does what she can to help her children succeed. Amy’s educated. Likes to be on top of her game. Her mind is sharp. On overdrive.  A bit of a perfectionist maybe. Everything is perfect until…Amy’s sleep becomes robbed by neck pain. She can’t sleep. Pain radiates down her shoulders. Arm tingling. Arm numbness. Arm pain. Then hand and finger tingling. Pain. And Numbness. Her patience runs short. Attention to detail fails. Her mind becomes blurry. Memory fails her periodically. Even the simple things are chores anymore.  Stress! Amy’s world is crumbling.  Pain ruins her life until she makes simple changes to her routine. First let me explain.

The neck is made up of seven vertebrae that range from the base of the skull to the upper torso. This vertebral column spine or core is designed to support the neck and provide range of motion for the head. Any kind of deviation is cause for health issues including migraines…disease disability even early death.

Back pain including neck pain is triggered by vigorous activities like lifting heavy objects bad posture even bending. It can suddenly blind you with throbbing or spasms stopping you in your tracks. It can also come on slowly until you’re screaming in pain. But don’t despair. Catch pain early…

Everyday activities can cause neck pain. Muscle strain can cause outright pain numbness or stiffness. Slouching. Bending forward head posture also damages your core support system. Pain is inevitable. Degeneration. The core’s natural curve changes. And there is no turning back.  And pain progresses. The body’s framework changes. Your mother was right when she told you to stand up straight don’t slouch…and keep your head held high. But wait. There’s hope. There are simple adjustments to naturally stop these painful debilitating conditions in their tracks. Let me tell you right now. But first

Back pain and neck pain affect all walks of life. Are on the upswing. Much earlier in life. Natural degeneration with age is enough to deal with. Added havoc to the frame should be avoided at all cost. And it’s never too late to intervene. Listen to who knows about the spine. The one who knows the impact subluxation and impingement have on the central nervous system. Be the next to experience immediate pain relief. Reduce medications. Find out what you can do yourself. Be the next person to improve health and wellbeing. As always it’s up to you.

·        Tense muscles mv vertebrae out of place—Dr Allen Mandell

·        Six Methods to Cure Back Pain, Meanwhlie.com

·        Use of Complementary Health Approaches for Musculoskeletal Pain Disorders Among Adults: United States, 2012, National Health Statistics Reports, CDC

·        www.md-health.com/Left-Side-Neck-Pain.html

Hip Replacement

Hip replacements deteriorate. Degeneration breeds misalignment.  Pain increases. Hip replacement surgery and rehabilitation is now performed in younger more active patients. The problem is that deterioration may be faster. Let me explain…

The number of hip replacement surgeries is growing at an estimated rate of 8-10% each year. Approximately 70,000 revision hip replacements are performed every year in the United States.1 Explore how a chiropractor can reduce the pain of misalignment. Read on…

A revision hip replacement replaces a worn out hip replacement surgery. Increased activity level in younger patients with unrestricted activities makes loosening of the prosthesis a greater possibility.  Combined with a high BMI makes the risk even higher. There may be no apparent symptoms for some ears. Then discomfort in the hip or knee escalates. Pain follows. Followed by feeling the hip or knee gives way. Hip Replacements Wear Out because…

·        Aseptic loosening (hip implant becomes loose within the bone)

·        Infection

·        Breaking of the prosthesis

·        Breaking of the bone around the prosthesis

·        Other complications

A problem with revision hip replacement is that the surgery itself can be more complicated. The patient is generally older and effects of surgery are more significant. Therefore the necessary rehabilitation may be more of an obstacle postoperative. Revision hips replacements are generally not as good as the first hip replacement. Quality of the bone. Ability to adequately secure the revision hip replacements into position. More extensive surgery. 2

Researchers are constantly exploring new technologies. But every effort should be made to delay the replacement. Pain relief is near. You’re not alone.

1.       Revision or Second Hip Replacement Surgery, verywell health

2.       Muger P, Roder C, Ackermann-LiebrichU, Busato A, Patient-related risk factors leading to aseptic stem loosening in total hip arthroplasty: a case-control study of 5,035 patients, National Library of Medicine, National Institute of Health

What's New in Rehabilitation

Hello. My name is Ines A Hatch – aka Rehabilitation Copywriter – and I am the author of this Rehabilitation and Wellness Blog. 

I’m giving you information about health and wellness through eyes of a spokesperson. Someone who’s been in your shoes. Someone who understands your pain and frustration. I was given a second chance. And care enough to give back and make a difference. Maybe I can help you too. Reduce pain instantly.

When I started writing about Chronic Pain Rehabilitation and  Natural Health about four years ago now - it was a hobby – an experiment. And soon it became a “hobby with benefits.” Sharing explanation results and benefits of pain relief and rehabilitation provided encouragement inspiration and motivation for patients and families.

After a while I started attracting quite a few visitors from the largest social group, the baby boomers, worldwide. This is the generation that followed Rocky and Arnold Schwarzenegger. These are the people who strive to stay healthy at all costs.

Did you know that 85% of Americans alone suffer from back pain at some point in their lives? That’s a lot of people in pain who could benefit from natural remedies and exercise that does not require a gym or athletic equipment. And I’ll let you know who will tell you which particular ones will reduce your pain. But first…

Let me assure you I practice what I write. You see lumbar surgery hip replacements and cervical surgery caused me lots of pain frustration and anguish. Later, due to misalignment other health problems surfaced including Plantar Fasciitis. Discover how I reduce the symptoms of pain. you see I don't like taking prescription medication. I'd like to share with you what works for me and thousands of others as I'll show you. These are facts I've researched to overcome my chronic pain. These are real stories of getting back to activities of daily living. Let me share with you ways to get back to a better healthier you. And I don't mind explaining the whys... 

As you mature your range of motion, flexibility and strength become more and more curtail for your normal daily functions, happiness and ultimately for your longevity. Did you know you can improve your health, boost your energy, mood and ward off disease with simple exercise? But wait! Let me remind you…

Your arms and legs are connected to your spine, the foundation for movement. Your entire frame sits on your lower back, otherwise known as your core. It needs to be intact properly. And let me tell you from experience…

If your spine is not aligned properly your mobility and health will suffer and decline. It is in your best interest to visit a trusted chiropractor for a usually free consultation. Let a chiropractor reduce your pain and much more. Guaranteed! More information...