A heartwarming and uplifting study about seniors recently performed at Florida State University has confirmed what most of us already knew. Dogs really are our best friends, especially for seniors Two doctoral students, Ashley Artese and Brandon Grubbs, at the university developed a workout program in conjunction with a local retirement community to show that…
If you’re intrigued by wearables or a mobile fitness app that helps you track your activity level, but don’t quite know where to start, there’s a solution. It comes in the form of a neutral, third-party reviewing website that is aiming to provide clear metrics on fitness apps and wearables alike. The website is Wellocracy. Beyond comparisons,…
There are many ways you can add exercise to your daily routine. You may simply use videos in the comfort of your own home or you may take up jogging. What if you’re more interested in community based experiences? You have several inexpensive or free exercise opportunities in Las Vegas right past your doorstep to add fitness…
Understanding the importance of adding exercise into your daily routine can help with a number of conditions, including diabetes. Read on to learn more. Research on diabetes and exercise In a recent publication in the Public Library of Science, researchers followed up on a Nurses Heath Study that began in 2000. Women who did not…
The very definition of chronic pain implies the difficulties that patients have with day to day activities. It can be hard to add physical activity into a daily routine where you find yourself battling painful symptoms. However, research has shown that exercising with chronic pain can actually help alleviate pain and restore the overall balance of…
Because of the increased risk of dependency and addiction with opioid medications it is important to for both doctors and patients to monitor the use of these drugs. There are so many warning signs and red flags that it is important to work with a doctor, especially experienced pain specialists, to control and regulate opioid…
It is estimated that eight of out ten adults in the U.S. will experience some form of back pain. Half of the workers in this country will be affected by the condition within their lifetimes. This kind of widespread back pain epidemic affects not only individuals, but also businesses and the overall economy. How much…
Many small life changes can make a big difference when it comes to back pain. Leading the charge are daily trackers and lifestyle integrated tools that can help you create better habits to help prevent and manage back pain. Mobile apps are particularly helpful with this as they offer everything from calorie tracking to videos to…
From the yoga instructor to the office worker to the stay-at-home parent, our daily activities are possible because of our backs. The spine itself is a remarkable structure of the body. It is strong, but also flexible. It provides mobility, but it also helps protect our nerves. By understanding the anatomy of the back and spine,…
Have you ever heard about the pencil experiment and its impact for positive thinking? In a study conducted in the 1980s, researchers asked participants to hold a pencil in their mouths and watch videos that influenced various reactions ranging from disturbed to amusement. Their conclusion was that individuals forced to smile by holding a pencil…