Questionnaires completed by over 45,000 adults revealed that sitting for more than 75% of the workday and not taking regular breaks not only increases the risk for neck and back pain, but also for poor general health. BMC Public Health, May 2021 … [Read more...]
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Happy 4th of July
Happy 4th of July from the doctors and staff at Premier Healthcare Placerville. … [Read more...]
Exercise May Be Best Choice for Depressed Coronary Heart Disease Patients
A recent literature review found that for coronary heart disease patients with co-occurring depression, exercise may be a more effective tool for managing depression than antidepressants, psychotherapy, combined psychotherapy and antidepressants, and … [Read more...]
Low-Salt Diet Good for Heart Health
The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet emphasizes eating fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, poultry, fish, and low-fat dairy while limiting the intake of salt, red meat, sweets, and sweetened beverages. An analysis of blood … [Read more...]
Osteoporosis Raises Risk of Hearing Loss in Women
Using data from the decades-long Nurses Health studies, researchers estimate that women with osteoporosis have up to a 40% increased risk for moderate-to-severe hearing loss, even if they’re taking medications to slow bone loss. Journal of the … [Read more...]
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“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” ~ Aesop … [Read more...]
How to Relieve Spring Allergies
Spring often means runny noses and itchy, watery eyes for seasonal allergy sufferers. To help minimize the effect of airborne allergens, University of North Carolina Health advises the following: monitor pollen counts, avoid being outdoors, change … [Read more...]
Sleepwalking Linked to Parkinson’s in Men
Using data from The Health Professionals Follow-Up Study, which has monitored the health of over 50,000 male healthcare professionals since 1986, researchers report that individuals with a history of sleepwalking or rapid eye movement sleep behavior … [Read more...]
Recommendations for Shoulder Pain
For patients with shoulder pain of any duration, new treatment guidelines recommend a multimodal approach that includes joint mobilization, heat/cold, and range of motion exercises, along with cervical or thoracic spine manipulation, if warranted. … [Read more...]
Easy Ways to Prevent Exercise Injury
To reduce one’s risk of getting hurt when starting an exercise program, experts recommend the following: get a routine physical, hire a personal trainer, start slowly and increase gradually, warm-up before exercise, wear appropriate clothing, and … [Read more...]
Testosterone Deficiency in Men May Be Linked to Diet
According to a study that included 4,100 males, a pro-inflammatory diet—an eating pattern characterized by a high intake of red and processed meat, high-fat dairy products, and refined grains—is associated with an elevated risk for testosterone … [Read more...]
Even Just a Little Belly Fat Increases Heart Disease Risk
While a body mass index in the normal range is associated with a reduced risk for cardiovascular disease, the American Heart Association reports that individuals should also mind their waist circumference. Experts point out that excess fat in the … [Read more...]
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“Nothing is harder than to accept oneself.” ~ Max Frisch … [Read more...]
Tips to Prevent Athletes Foot
Constant burning and itching between the toes are a sure sign of athlete’s foot. To avoid this common fungal infection, keep your feet dry, wash your feet daily, wear shower shoes or flip flops, and use foot powder, when appropriate. PIH Health, … [Read more...]