Atlanta Medical Clinic: Medical Blog
Diet “Tricks” That Work Against Weight Loss Goals
We all want diet tricks that are easy to implement and can help us to lose weight faster, but many strategies actually work against the best efforts of those who use them. 1. Going without breakfast In one nutritional study, mice were divided into two groups. One had...
Chiropractic and Exercise Work Better for Neck Pain Than Drugs
Comparing neck pain relief options Recent research reveals that chiropractic care and a series of carefully designed exercises provide better pain relief than pharmacotherapy (prescription drugs) for patients who are suffering from chronic neck pain. This form of pain...
The Many Health Benefits of Massage
Previously only available at spas, resorts, and high-end health clubs, massage therapy is now common within diverse healthcare settings, business wellness programs, events at natural food stores, and elsewhere. Those who are considering this therapy may be surprised...
What’s the Difference Between Acute Pain and Chronic Pain?
At first glance, pain doesn’t appear to be a complex idea. Something hurts, that’s all. However, pain conditions can be extraordinarily difficult to understand and diagnose. By learning about pain, it’s easier for you to communicate with your physician and get the...
For a Healthy Weight, Eat Within a 12-Hour Window
Many nutritionists and doctors have believed that eating in the middle of the night could work against achieving a healthy weight, but until recently, there wasn’t any hard evidence to back up that perspective. In a study published in December, a Salk Institute team...
Using H-Wave Electrotherapy for Sports Injuries
Better circulation and nerve function When any part of our body becomes damaged from sports injuries, the role of the blood is critical in refreshing the area. Electrotherapy, as accomplished by the H-Wave® device, bolsters blood flow so that more vital nutrients can...
Hip Pain: Common Conditions
You may experience hip pain as a result of injury (traumatic pain) or illness (nontraumatic pain). This article will focus on typical nontraumatic sources of hip pain. • The role of the synovium • Typical contributors to nontraumatic pain • Expert help to stop...
Understanding Pain Management
Pain management options for the millions of people who suffer from chronic pain, isn't always clear. It can be confusing to determine which specialists and treatments will be the most effective at alleviating our pain and restoring normal functionality. Continued...
How to Pinpoint Neuropathy Pain
Nerve pain, also known as neuropathy pain, has grown to epidemic proportions, according to The Neuropathy Association. Currently, 15 to 18 million people in the United States suffer from diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN). Previous estimates of neuropathy placed the...
TV and Junkfood Go Hand in Hand
Most Americans like to spend some of their evening or weekend time watching professional sports or weekly TV shows. However, many of us also find ourselves eating snack foods on the couch. Recent research reveals that additional time spent watching television leads to...