Fibromyalgia and chronic pain – Part 3
Simple steps you can take to recover from fibromyalgia and chronic pain.
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Health Articles by Dr. Lavine
Your Body of Knowledge
Health Articles by Dr. Lavine
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain – Part 2
Part 2 of Dr. Lavine's article on fibromyalgia and chronic pain covers more of the basic scientific principles that are emerging as we grapple to understand this complex and diverse disease process.
Pain relief patches and gels
The variety of pain gels and patches can be bewildering. Here are the seven main types.
Another reason why exercise intensity is more important than duration
A slow, steady workout has lots of benefits, but including intense bursts of heart-pounding exercise adds a further dimension. That's what researchers found when they studied the effect of exercise on memory and cognitive function in older adults.
You have pesticide residues in your body
The incidence of food allergies has been rising. What does this have to do with environmental exposure to pesticide residues?
Goldilocks and your cartilage
Exercise is needed to maintain the health of the cartilage of your knee. But can too much exercise backfire?
Recent research confirms value of chiropractic methods for back pain
Manual therapy, including spinal mobilization and manipulation, is one of the best-studied forms of treatment for low back pain. Another research study has been published further proving the effectiveness of these methods.
Exercise treatment for depression, anxiety
Exercise is proving to be more effective than medication in the treatment of common mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.
Fix acid-alkaline imbalance to improve kidney function
Kidney researchers have shown that fixing an acid diet protects the kidneys from damage.
Chiropractic for scoliosis: Does it help?
Many chiropractors offer treatment programs for patients with scoliosis: side-to-side curvature of the spine. Are these treatment protocols justified by the state of scientific research? Are they effective?
Ultra yoga and exercises for pelvic floor muscles
Interview with Marisa Sullivan, expert in using yoga for pelvic floor issues.
Inappropriate use of chiropractic methods in spondylolisthesis treatment
I was appalled when I learned that a chiropractor was making unrealistic therapeutic claims about the value of spinal adjustments for someone with spondylolisthesis...
Guest post: Contact your angel of surrender
Confronted with a difficult decision? Questioning the wisdom of a decision you've made? Theresa Conti offers spiritual advice.
Achilles tendon recovery
Discover the facts about Achilles tendon problems and the steps you can take to prevent them and help them heal.
Are antidepressants effective?
Depression has emerged as a major health problem, with as many as 10% of Americans now on antidepressant medication. Are these drugs helpful? What are the alternatives?
Fibromyalgia and chronic pain – Part 3
Simple steps you can take to recover from fibromyalgia and chronic pain.
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain – Part 2
Part 2 of Dr. Lavine's article on fibromyalgia and chronic pain covers more of the basic scientific principles that are emerging as we grapple to understand this complex and diverse disease process.
Pain relief patches and gels
The variety of pain gels and patches can be bewildering. Here are the seven main types.
Another reason why exercise intensity is more important than duration
A slow, steady workout has lots of benefits, but including intense bursts of heart-pounding exercise adds a further dimension. That's what researchers found when they studied the effect of exercise on memory and cognitive function in older adults.
You have pesticide residues in your body
The incidence of food allergies has been rising. What does this have to do with environmental exposure to pesticide residues?
Goldilocks and your cartilage
Exercise is needed to maintain the health of the cartilage of your knee. But can too much exercise backfire?
Recent research confirms value of chiropractic methods for back pain
Manual therapy, including spinal mobilization and manipulation, is one of the best-studied forms of treatment for low back pain. Another research study has been published further proving the effectiveness of these methods.
Exercise treatment for depression, anxiety
Exercise is proving to be more effective than medication in the treatment of common mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.
Fix acid-alkaline imbalance to improve kidney function
Kidney researchers have shown that fixing an acid diet protects the kidneys from damage.
Chiropractic for scoliosis: Does it help?
Many chiropractors offer treatment programs for patients with scoliosis: side-to-side curvature of the spine. Are these treatment protocols justified by the state of scientific research? Are they effective?
Ultra yoga and exercises for pelvic floor muscles
Interview with Marisa Sullivan, expert in using yoga for pelvic floor issues.
Inappropriate use of chiropractic methods in spondylolisthesis treatment
I was appalled when I learned that a chiropractor was making unrealistic therapeutic claims about the value of spinal adjustments for someone with spondylolisthesis...
Guest post: Contact your angel of surrender
Confronted with a difficult decision? Questioning the wisdom of a decision you've made? Theresa Conti offers spiritual advice.
Achilles tendon recovery
Discover the facts about Achilles tendon problems and the steps you can take to prevent them and help them heal.
Are antidepressants effective?
Depression has emerged as a major health problem, with as many as 10% of Americans now on antidepressant medication. Are these drugs helpful? What are the alternatives?
