How To Properly Clean Your Prosthetic Limb

If you own a prosthetic limb, it's important you that you properly care and clean your prosthetic limb to ensure it remains in excellent condition. Here is your guide to caring for different parts of your prosthetic limb, avoiding infection of your amputated limb, and ensuring you don't permanently damage it. Use Your Prosthesis Properly In most cases, your prosthesis shouldn't be exposed to water, as water can damage or warp certain parts of your prosthetic limb. [Read More]

2 STD Signs In Women That Are Often Mistaken For Other Health Problems

Many people think that the signs of STDs, or sexually transmitted diseases, are always obvious and have unique symptoms. The truth is that some STDs have absolutely no symptoms, and some some have similar symptoms to other health problems, which leads to incorrect at-home treatment. If you are sexually active or have been in the past, watch out for these STD symptoms that are often mistaken for other health conditions. [Read More]

What You Need To Know About Those Bulging Veins In Your Legs

It's shorts weather and as you look at yourself in the mirror, you notice more of those dark blue blood vessels right under the skin on your legs. These are likely varicose veins. While not often a health threat, they can become unsightly and painful if allowed to grow. A visit with your general practitioner will determine if the veins can be easily gotten rid of or if more extensive treatment is needed. [Read More]

Pregnancy and Infertility: Three Ways Acupuncture Can Help

Acupuncture—the ancient Chinese medical procedure involving small needles—is the Holy Grail when it comes to alternative medicine. Although it cannot replace Western medicine, it can offer some all-natural solutions to many painful or debilitating conditions. In fact, many swear by the technique to reduce cravings and diminish pain. But it does far more than that. If you are experiencing some common woes of pregnancy—or are trying to get pregnant—acupuncture may help. [Read More]