When to use heat vs ice Heat Heat dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow, increasing the amount of nutrients and oxygen around the localized area it is placed on. It also increases the rate toxins are removed from the site of injury, allowing muscles to relax. Heat packs also confuse sensory nerves decreasing…
The right way to get up. Explained by Bay Area Expert.
Have you ever noticed how many times you have to get up in a day? Just think about it: You get out of bed You get out of your car You get up from your chair at work You get up from sitting on the sofa But are you getting up correctly…? A surprising number…
Diabetes and Feet?
If you suffer from diabetes, or have a family history of diabetes, you may be confused as to why your provider always asks you to take off your shoes. Health professionals often test your nerve sensation with a monofilament, to test how finely you can sense or distinguish touch. It is important to monitor the…