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Navigating Your Way Through Common Women's Health Issues

Over the course of my adult life, I've been diagnosed with a number of common women's health issues, including polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), cystitis and breast cancer. These conditions, unfortunately, run in my family, but I have spent time learning how to manage my symptoms and health using both traditional and holistic approaches. I started this blog to share the treatments I've tried, connect with other women in a similar position and document the latest news and treatments becoming available for common women's health issues. I hope you find my blog posts interesting, and if you have anything you'd like to share, get in touch.

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Can An Adjustable Bed Help You Sleep Better With Sciatica?

Posted on October 26, 2018

Sciatica affects your daily life in various ways. Your back and leg often hurt or feel numb, and the pain can be debilitating. While exercise, heat and a visit to your doctor for painkillers often fix the problem after a while, you're unlikely to find a quick solution. When your sciatica is at its worst, you may find it impossible to sleep comfortably. When you talked to your doctor about this, they mentioned that an adjustable bed might help. [Read More]

Can Your Local Physiotherapy Clinic Help with Fibromyalgia?

Posted on September 21, 2018

As a condition that fluctuates and can have a significant impact on patients' lives, fibromyalgia is difficult to treat. If you have a fibromyalgia diagnosis, it's normal to want to learn more about the treatment options available. While painkillers are one option, you may also want to consider visiting a physiotherapy clinic.  Ways your physiotherapist can tackle stiffness Many people who suffer from fibromyalgia report that pain and stiffness prevent them from moving around easily. [Read More]

Is the Exercise Program You Have Chosen Right for Your Body?

Posted on June 12, 2018

Fitness experts and health enthusiasts have put a lot of emphasis on exercise and its role in promoting overall body wellness. Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle, or keep fit, there is an exercise program out there that you can join to achieve your goals. However, how do you determine whether what you are engaging in is right for your body? Could you be doing yourself more harm than good? [Read More]

How Office Work Can Lead to Considerable Back Pain

Posted on June 12, 2018

Are you suffering with lower back pain and are not sure what's causing it? If you are an office worker, or otherwise spend considerable periods of time sitting down, this could be the root cause of the issue. Even though you may have a comfortable chair and believe it is fit for the purpose, you may still be aggravating your back unknowingly. What could be causing this and what can you do? [Read More]