health--medical

  • How To Make Immunizations Easier On Your Child

    When your child is very young the hardest part of taking them to get their immunizations is hearing them cry after they receive the shot. However, as they get older they will start to experience stress when they know they are going to be getting shots. This can make for a very difficult trip to the doctor. If your child has an immunizations appointment coming up, here are some things you can do to help make the trip less worrisome for them: [Read More]

  • What Should I Know Before Getting A Juvederm Voluma Treatment?

    Are you starting to have concern regarding your appearance as you get older? Maybe you've heard of people getting fillers but you really have no idea what that consists of. Juvederm Voluma is a type of filler that can help reduce the volume that can be lost in the cheeks and reduce some of the signs of aging. But like with any medical treatment, there are things that patients should know before signing on the dotted line with their approval. [Read More]

  • Struggling With A Stiff, Sore Back? 2 Ways A Chiropractor Can Help

    While lugging your Christmas decorations to your attic, you suddenly drop to your knees in pain.  For the second time this holiday season, you strain your back attempting to carry heavy boxes laden with tinsel, lights, and other items.  If you can relate to this scenario, the following two chiropractic techniques might help. Spinal Traction Spinal traction is a form of chiropractic treatment that releases painful pressure in your back.  This type of therapy is used to treat a number of conditions of the spine including: [Read More]

  • Kid-Friendly Alternative Sweeteners To Minimize Tooth Decay

    If your child enjoys eating candy and other sweet treats like most children do, then you may be seeking ways to minimize the amount of sweets your child consumes. Dentists recommend that sugary treats be limited in order to prevent tooth decay. If you haven't had much success finding treats sweetened with choices other than sugar and other tooth-decay-promoting sweeteners, then here are some sweeteners that you might want to study further: [Read More]

  • 3 Things You Should Know If You Will Be Using A Midwife When Having Your First Baby

    Your first pregnancy can be frightening. Since each experience throughout the pregnancy is new, it can be difficult to determine when something is out of the ordinary. With more and more expectant mothers choosing to rely on the services of an experienced midwife, it is important to know what you can expect from these birthing professionals in order to recognize any problems. Here are 3 things you should know if you will be using a midwife when having your first child. [Read More]