3 Tips To Help You Deal With Your PTSD Without Medication

Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD for short, is not something that is exciting to go through. It is a chronic illness, and it requires extensive management. Many suffer day after day, but there are ways to find bouts of peace through that suffering – even without pharmaceuticals. Here are three tips to help you get started: Tip #1: Try to Avoid Stressful Situations Whenever possible, you need to avoid putting yourself in stressful situations. Read More 

Rehabilitation Exercises To Consider After Spraining An Ankle

The ankle is a fascinating joint in the body because it allows you to walk, run, stand, and play in a stable and functional manner. Unfortunately, the ankle is also one of the most abused joints in the body, since so much stress is placed on this body part. A sudden twist or improper movement can cause the ligaments in the ankle to stretch and tear. Known as a sprain, this ankle injury can be painful and immobilizing. Read More 

Spotlight On SIDS: 3 Ways To Prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

If you have a newborn, then it is important to learn how to keep your child from dying of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS. While deaths from SIDS n the United States have declined since the early 90s, an average of 3,500 babies die in their sleep every year, many of those deaths stemming from SIDs.  The good news is that there are several steps you can take to protect your child from sudden infant death syndrome. Read More 

3 Tips For Faster Recovery Following A Hip Replacement

As your body begins to age, your joints can deteriorate. A hip joint that falls into disrepair will often need to be surgically replaced to ensure that you are able to remain active and mobile throughout the rest of your life. Recovering from a hip replacement can be daunting, but there are some simple things that you can do to help ensure that your recovery goes quickly and smoothly. Here are three tips to keep in mind as you prepare for the recovery of a hip replacement in the future: Read More 

Pet-Related Factors To Assess When Choosing An Assisted Living Home

People can need to move into assisted living for expected and unexpected reasons. In either scenario, you may have a family pet with which you're not ready to part upon making the move. The good news is that many assisted living homes allow pets, so you won't have to likely find a new home for your four-legged friend. If you're evaluating different facilities, you may wish to consider each home's pet-related rules, and even ask a series of questions to ensure that you pick the best new residence for not only yourself but also for your pet. Read More