Category Archives: General Health

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is when one or more veins, usually in the legs, form a clot. An estimated two million Americans annually are affected by DVT, according to the American Heart Association. To raise public awareness about this condition, Deep Vein Thrombosis Month is held every year in March. According to a national survey conducted ...click here to read more

To build muscle, consuming protein is often recommended, as it helps repair and build muscle. Many people will consume protein powder shakes or find meat or vegan sources of protein. But there is an unlikely food that you probably don’t realize can help you build muscle, and it’s quite delicious. A study found that consuming ...click here to read more

Soleus muscle pain is common and can be a real nuisance due to that fact that the muscle’s main function is to stabilize the ankle joint and help push the foot off the ground. The soleus muscle is one of three muscles located in the calf. It’s located at the back of the leg, beginning ...click here to read more

Incontinence is one of those health issues we don’t often discuss but is relatively common in older adults. Urge incontinence (UUI) is the sudden onset of the need to urinate. It is sometimes referred to as an unstable or overactive bladder. A new study has found urge incontinence is more likely to occur after suffering ...click here to read more

Many of us only think about our bladder when we have to pee, so we head over to the closest bathroom, relieve ourselves, and carry on our day. But for some of us, we may be taking that trip to the bathroom more often, or what appears in the toilet is starting to look different ...click here to read more

Some alcohols, like wine, have been shown to offer some health benefits, but all alcohol should be consumed in moderation. One type of alcohol that you may not know has health benefits is gin. Gin was first produced in the 17th century and was originally sold as a treatment for various ailments including gallstones and ...click here to read more

Hip flexor strain is a common medical condition in older adults and athletes. The condition occurs when there is a tear or stretches in one of the muscles in the hip flexors, which allow the hip joint to remain flexible and stable. The hip flexor is made up of several muscles in the hip, upper ...click here to read more

Stress incontinence is the result of added pressure on the bladder contributing to urinary frequency and leaks. In many cases, patients are unable to control their urine, so they may experience the urge to urinate in all circumstances. Stress urinary incontinence goes beyond being just a bladder problem and has been linked to social isolation, ...click here to read more

Venous thromboembolism is a potentially life-threatening blood clot that forms in the veins and travels in the bloodstream until it becomes lodged somewhere. New research has found that these clots can form due to prolonged sitting, which affects normal blood circulation in the limbs, and watching television for long hours can increase the chances of ...click here to read more

Hematuria—blood in the urine—can be a frightful experience, especially if you don’t know what’s causing the condition. For the most part, hematuria is a benign condition, but there may be a risk of something more serious. Being able to identify the underlying cause of the blood in your urine can ease your anxiety and direct ...click here to read more

Every now and then, it’s nice to unwind with a massage. Essential oils, tranquil music, and low lighting all add to the relaxing ambience of receiving a massage. Unfortunately, many of us don’t have the time or money to get massages frequently, so they are rare occurrences. Yes, it’s true that massages are relaxing, but ...click here to read more

Dysuria – also known as painful urination – is a condition that can be an early sign of a urinary tract infection. Dysuria leads to feeling pain, discomfort, or burning while urinating. It’s important you get dysuria checked out as there are numerous different causes for it, so the sooner you see the doctor, the ...click here to read more

Pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) is a medical condition that affects only women. It occurs when varicose veins form in the pelvic area, below the stomach. Varicose veins are the result of poor vein function. They appear near the surface of the skin as the veins lengthen and become swollen and twisted. PCS often results in ...click here to read more

Sarcopenia, or age-related muscle loss, could have a significant impact on a person’s ability to carry out regular day-to-day activities. Understanding the cause, symptoms, as well as how nutrition and exercise factor into this condition can be helpful. What is sarcopenia? Well, a simple sarcopenia definition is loss of muscle mass due to natural aging. ...click here to read more