Scoliosis in Adults Scoliosis is a long-standing issue involving the curvature of the spine that often does not always just appear during adulthood. In most cases, it can be a progressive condition that persists from childhood. Other causes of scoliosis in adults are either of unknown cause or due to degeneration of the spinal disks and compression fractures. Since the spine is not straight as it should be, the unnatural posture alone is enough to cause aches and pain such as in the back. The pain and alteration of the spine can also set back full range of motion, affecting...

Living with Endometriosis Endometriosis is a condition that affects women who are of child-bearing age. The female anatomy is comprised of a uterus, which exists to carry eggs and when these eggs are fertilized, carry the baby. The reproductive system may not always function in this manner as it should and complicates the process due to an abnormal growth of endometrial cells located outside the uterus or other unusual locations when it should be inside the uterus. Between 10-15% of women are diagnosed with the condition that is described as extremely painful. Over time, scar tissue is created within the...

Unveiling the First of the B Vitamins There are several B vitamins that are important for use in the body. Vitamin B1, or Thiamine, was discovered as being the first B vitamin –  hence its numeral placement. Kanehiro Takaki was a Japanese doctor who first noticed the nutritional factor it contains in foods like milk and vegetables. Robert Koch, a Dutch physician, discovered that anyone who had a deficiency in the complex vitamin would develop beriberi which can cause extreme weakness. Sufferers would also develop symptoms such as anorexia, irritability and tingling, numbing and burning sensations at the extremities as...

 What is Cervical Cancer in Women? Our bodies have an amazing ability at defense against anything that could be harmful. The immune system disposes of or prevents pathogens from numerous invasions we encounter on a daily basis— but unfortunately it is not full proof protection against everything. Cancer is one of the new rises today and cervical cancer in specific, is the 5th most common type in women worldwide. Cervical cancer is a form of cancer that takes place when the cells grow exponentially. The cervix which is the lower part of the uterus that joins with the vagina. This...

 Treating Pain Naturally without the Additives There are so many things a person can use to help treat and heal pain. Some of the most common natural pain killers known today are primarily herbs such as cloves and basil. While most people are familiar with the more well known herbs, they are not aware of other wondrous herbs that exist and are capable of being used as a treatment option. These herbs can be used in addition to a particular routine or as a new game changer altogether. Below are ten natural remedies you probably never knew existed that you can...

Chronic Pain Pain is a debilitating feeling that can get to the best of anyone, especially when it is chronic (persists for more than 6 months). According to the Institute of Medicine, over 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, it is even more of a common issue than stroke, diabetes, and diabetes combined! How is it possible that we sense and experience chronic pain anyway? Well, the nervous system has a funny way of ensuring pain signals continue to transmit to our mind (afferent receptors) and senses (efferent receptors). `Although everyone experiences and perceives chronic pain differently, the source...