The benefits of weight lifting have been documented often over the years. However, beginners should exercise caution before lifting their first dumbbell. All of the fads over the years, including shake weights and some home gym systems, can’t replace good old fashioned weight training. Here are 10 tips how to lift weights safely. Wear the right…
Only one in five migraine sufferers experience the phenomenon known as an aura. What are these and what are their symptoms? What are migraine auras? Migraine auras typically occur right before the onset of migraine pain and usually last between five and 30 minutes. Often these auras begin with stranger, neurological experiences that include ringing…
When we think of a healthy person, we all likely have a very specific image in mind. It’s the thin, young woman drinking a smoothie on her way to a yoga class. Or perhaps it’s the muscular younger guy running a marathon. This perception is influenced very heavily by what the media thinks health and…
Stress seems like it goes hand in hand with employment. However, this doesn’t need to be the case at all. If you’re feeling stressed in the office, there are a few things you can do to lower your anxiety and restore your stress levels to normal. These six tips can help you lower your stress at…
There are so many online resources about nutrition and the recommended daily amounts of certain foods. With all of the contradictory information how is it even possible to know what is truly best for your body? Here is a quick overview of how nutrition works with your body on a day-to-day basis, especially for pain…
Whether your favorite is a fantasy-filled adventure through the world of Harry Potter, a brisk run through a crime-mystery novel, or a long tome of Russian experimental literature, scientists have found that the simple act of reading for pleasure can actually reduce stress levels and reduce your pain overall. Does reading actually help with stress? …
Back pain is an extremely personal experience. There are multiple causes of this type of pain and each one requires specialized attention and treatment. So, what are the various types of back pain and how many people in the U.S. are dealing with this painful experience? In most cases, back pain can be divided between…
Dr. Carolina Issa joined Nevada Comprehensive Pain Center in 2015, as the Director of Clinical Operations. Originally trained as a medical doctor and clinical researcher, she brings significant operational experience to the Executive Team.
If you dread going to work in the morning or spend all weekend agonizing about your return to work on Monday, you’re not too surprised that jobs create the most stress for people in the U.S. You may, however, be surprised at just how much stress our jobs are creating in our lives, or what…
Antonette was born and raised in the Philippines. She completed her degree in Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Sacred Heart College in 1998. When she moved to the United States , she pursued her education and earned her degree in Masters of Science in Nursing as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner from Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ.