Health Choices With Peg

Whiplash involves injury to the neck caused by the sudden and forceful backward and forward movement of the head, such as what occurs in a rear-end auto collision. You may not think your whiplash pain is severe enough to see a doctor, but ignoring it can lead to more serious problems, especially if there is nerve damage, disc injury, or injury to muscles, joints, and ligaments in the neck. Because of the possible complications associated with whiplash, it's important to be examined by a medical professional following an accident, even if your symptoms seem minor.

If you have a loved one that needs some additional attention, you should consider an assisted living facility for this person. Many elderly people don't want to give up the freedom of living alone, but aren't physically capable of continuing to do so. Knowing the reasons to rely on assisted living for the care of your loved one can help you if you're faced with this dilemma. Reason #1: Safety

Do you like to gamble? Are you starting to worry that you may have a gambling problem? For many people, gambling is an enjoyable activity. However, the line between enjoyment and addiction is very thin. Gambling can be addictive, just like alcohol or drugs. Without treatment, gambling addiction can destroy your finances, your career, and even your family. Unfortunately, once addicted, it's very difficult to simply walk away. You'll probably need help to defeat your addiction.

Heart defects in children are fairly common (1 out of every 100), but that doesn't make it any less scary to hear that your child has - or is suspected of having - one. Before you are able to find out how serious the problem is, and what treatments are necessary, your child will likely undergo three common tests to determine the problem. Here's what tests you can expect: Electrocardiogram

Back pain is one of the most frustrating sources of pain. It is most often caused by problems such as bad posture, poor diet, lack of exercise and a poor mattress. However, there are several back pain influences which people ignore or don't understand. Don't be a victim to these back pain causes. Shoes The wrong pair of shoes can contribute to your back pain, especially shoes designed more for fashion than comfort.

If you're planning to be cremated after you die, you should also give some thought to what you want to happen to your ashes after the cremation. The Cremation Association of North America reports that people choose one of three ways to handle cremated remains – either burying them, scattering them, or keeping them. If you're trying to decide which of these is right for you, it's worth noting that burying them in a graveyard or storing them in a mausoleum can be pricy, and scattering them can come with a lot of restrictions.

What is in home care? A lot of people think that in-home care can only be provided by licensed nurses, but that's not the only type of care that's needed. A lot of times, a medical crisis or even just the gradual onset of age-related disorders like dementia and arthritis can signal a need for non-medical home care. Learn more about the purposes of non-medical in-home care. What Services Can An In-Home Care Provider Do?