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• The Types Of Braces Used To Treat Scoliosis

  28 December 2017

  Treatment is not always needed when a child has scoliosis since many cases are mild. Your child's doctor will take several factors into consideration when determining whether to provide treatment. The location of the curvature of the spine and the degree of the curvature are two main considerations. Braces are often the treatment of choice for kids with mild to moderate cases of scoliosis. Advanced cases may need surgery, but braces can often prevent surgery by slowing down the progression of the curvature until the bones stop developing.

• Events That Can Trigger An Eating Disorder Relapse

  28 December 2017

  The term "relapse" is often associated with drug or alcohol use after a period of sobriety, but it can also pertain to other types of unhealthy behaviors, including various eating disorders. If you've battled an eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia, or binge eating in the past and have overcome it, this doesn't mean that you never have to worry about contending with the eating disorder other. It's possible that it may come back, and there are several specific events that can trigger a relapse.

• Reasons Why It Is So Important To Get A Second Opinion On Prostate Cancer

  27 December 2017

  Prostate cancer is not a diagnosis most men want to hear. While it is true that it is a less worrisome diagnosis than something like testicular or colon cancer, you still do not want to hear the word "cancer" attached to any body part. Death from prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men, but it does not have to be. The extremely slow growth rate of prostate cancer gives you more than ample time to find it and treat it.

• 3 Tips For Managing Medial Knee Pain

  27 December 2017

  Medial (inner) knee pain can be caused by a host of underlying problems, such as various forms of arthritis, old injuries, or even gait abnormalities. When medial knee pain becomes an ongoing problem, there are a few ways to reduce or alleviate pain. Consider Knee Support Adding support to your knee serves multiple purposes. Knee supports can reduce the added workload on an already weakened knee, but they can also limit your range of motion, which can be useful for stability concerns.

• Natural Ways To Help Cure Insomnia

  27 December 2017

  Insomnia can stop you from being productive in your waking life. If you are having difficulty sleeping at night, then there are some remedies you can try at home to help you to get a good night's rest. Here are some tips that are sure to help you get some much-needed sleep. Watch What You Eat Your diet could be preventing you from falling asleep at night. Cut down on your sugar and carbohydrate consumption before going to bed.