Takeaway: Employers are advised to not assume that an impairment of short duration is not a disability under the ADA, as amended. The definition of “disability” in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not require a showing of long-term effects for an impairment to be considered substantially limiting, the […]
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Injectable hydrogel treats back pain from damaged discs in human trials
Human trials have shown that hydrogel injections are a promising, effective treatment for chronic lower back pain caused by degenerative disc disease (DDD). The treatment is far less invasive than other surgeries, and has been given FDA approval. Spinal discs play an important role in cushioning the vertebrae, but as […]
Hair Loss: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
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Hair loss, known clinically as alopecia, thins hair in some, changes the hairline in others, and can lead to partial or total baldness. While it’s usually hereditary and a result of aging (androgenetic alopecia, or pattern baldness), it can also be the result of physical or emotional stress, a side […]
The 13 Best Back Acne Treatments for Body Breakouts 2022: CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, Neutrogena, and More
From whiteheads and blackheads to pustules and papules, back acne can be annoying to deal with—let alone successfully treat. Luckily the best back acne treatments come in a range of formulations, with a variety of active ingredients that’ll help acne-prone skin types keep blemishes at bay. But before we dive […]
Amazon Prime Day Fitness Deals 2022: Early Discounts on AirPods, Treadmills, and More
Black Friday is months away, but the year’s other major shopping event, Amazon Prime Day, is nearly here—and we’re already seeking out the best Prime Day fitness deals. Whether you’re outfitting a home gym setup or looking for a fresh pair of workout leggings, these early Prime Day sales will […]
This Kills Your Weight Training Results. Let’s Fix It
To periodize, you work in cycles that get gradually harder. If you want to build muscle and strength, this is the best way to prevent yourself from overdoing it on the volume, effort, or load. Essentially, a training cycle (typically 10-12 weeks) will have a gradual increase in volume-load. This […]
Voices that lead, Nurses’ Week 2022 | Article
Celebrating Nurses’ Week at Madigan Army Medical Center on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., is no small affair. Between the opening ceremony on May 6 through closing out the activities on May 12, nurses engaged in grand rounds, a skills fair, professional development talks and informational booths of programs and initiatives […]
Narcolepsy: Making the Right Diagnosis
In this installment of the Around the Practice custom video program, Heidi Moawad, MD; Ruth Benca, MD, PhD; and Phyllis C. Zee, MD, PhD, reviewed the diagnosis and management of narcolepsy, joined by moderator Tom Scammell, MD. Leveraging 2 hypothetical patient cases, the panelists walked through potential approaches to treatment. […]
Ableist language in Lizzo’s new song sparks discussions about ableism, anti-Blackness : NPR
Lizzo, shown on May 17 in New York City, has rerecorded a lyric in her new song after criticism. Noam Galai/Getty Images for Youtube hide caption toggle caption Noam Galai/Getty Images for Youtube Lizzo, shown on May 17 in New York City, has rerecorded a lyric in her new song […]
Medica clinicians explain new age physiotherapy for treating back pain caused by WFH setup
Previous story: If you are looking for an instant loan, consider these lending platforms Next story: Indian security forces to be targeted by militant outfit ULFA, terrorist training centre opened along Myanmar borde Medica clinicians explain new age physiotherapy for treating back pain caused by WFH setup Published on June […]
Don’t turn your back on back acne
Speaking of Health Tuesday, June 7, 2022 Your back may be out of sight, but when you have back acne, it’s not out of mind. That’s especially true when you’re shirtless, go for a swim or try on that backless sundress. While back acne can be irritating, […]
Top 5 Diet Pills For Effective Weight Loss Fast
Do you want to lose weight without a struggle? We have some of the best weight loss pills that can help you lose weight within a short period. Most of us yearn to have a body with no excess fat. However, you have a price to pay if you want […]