Injuries, whether mild are severe are not very much fun. Although, for many of us, it is nice to have an excuse to lie around on the couch eating chips and watching CSPAN for hours on end without feeling guilty or receiving dirty looks from roommates or partners. Unfortunately, that is usually not the best way to heal.Depending on the severity of the injury, there does need to be a down period, where the insulted body part if rested and not...more
Let me say who is hero?I will recommend Robert Allenby who ignored a twisted ankle to take a share of the lead after the opening round of the Sony Open in Honolulu. The Australian fell off a curb in the Hawaiian city on Monday but his injury did not prove detrimental to his first day on the PGA Tour this year in blustery conditions at the Waialae Country Club. Allenby shot a five-under-par 65 to take a share of a six-way lead in...more
Many times whiplash occurs to victims of rear-end collisions, or maybe a bad ride ride at the amusement park. Whiplash occurs when the head pulls the neck in a sudden direction that does not correspond to the neck's naturally designed range of motion. The result is a sprain in the cervical region of the neck that can create very intense pain. This pain can later extend down to the shoulders and arms.Recovery from Whiplash InjuriesThe first step in immediate recovery is to apply ice and rest. This will help slow or stunt the speed of the swelling in the neck. During this time, even if the pain has yet to really set in, it's important to avoid exertion. Calling into work and setting up an appointment with a doctor is also a good idea. Many whiplash injuries won't be felt hours, or even days after the event, so plan for the worst. Sometimes--especially in car crashes--adrenaline and other chemicals get stirring that may take time to settle down. Once this happens, the pain will come on full force, and you'll be glad you planned ahead.After a night or two of icing the swelling and resting, it's probably a good idea to see a doctor. Your doctor may take an X-ray or CAT scan to...more
It should not be said that to have a decent quality of life you have to model-thin, or even very thin, but if you are concerned about your weight, your self-image, or even spending a lot of time getting on and off the scale, weight loss can make an appreciable improvement in your quality of life. That is if it is done safely and healthily. ...more
Many apartment renters assume that they're out of luck when it comes to home security. Though you won't be able to install a whole house security system, there are dozens of other options for protecting yourself if you live in an apartment. Ensuring that your apartment is safe starts not when you move it, but while you're searching for a place to...more
Sprains, strains and other common athletic injuries can be treated with some common sense and some basic supplies. With a doctor's assistance, most basic injuries will heal within a matter of a few weeks, allowing you to get back to your regular level of activity. Neglecting common injuries can lead to chronic problems, something no athlete wants.Sprains and StrainsThere is no better first aid for a sprain or strain than RICE. Rest, ice, compression, and elevation are the standard of care for these minor injuries that most people sustain either at the gym or during their day-to-day existence. The protocol is relatively simple.Rest: During the first couple of days, you want to avoid using the injured area as much as possible. Giving a muscle time to rest can go a long way towards healing.Ice: Apply ice to the area for 15-20 minutes several times a day. This helps to control inflammation. Inflammation is not just uncomfortable, it slows healing, so preventing the swelling is good two fronts.Compression: By wrapping an injured area, you not only help support the injury, you help prevent additional inflammation. Too much compression can restrict blood flow, so use some common...more
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