The media and medical world place a lot of emphasis on high blood pressure, as it can lead to bigger problems like stroke or heart attacks. However, there are a substantial number of Americans out there dealing with the opposite problem – low blood pressure (or hypotension). However, what some people might not be aware […]
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While symptoms such as tremors, slowed movement and speech problems are among the most common symptoms of Parkinson’s, they tend to present themselves only once the disease has progressed. To detect Parkinson’s disease in the early stages of development, the following are 12 signs to keep an eye out for.
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Acupuncture is one of the most popular alternatives to traditional medical treatment. But it’s hardly new — in fact, acupuncture is considered an ancient medical practice in its nation of origin, China. Over hundreds of years trained practitioners have taken their practice of stimulating specific points on the body using tiny needles to just about […]
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The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease present themselves slowly, and worsen as the condition progresses over time. Although they vary from person to person, the following are the six most common signs of the condition.
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For people with dystonia, a neurological disorder, involuntary muscle contractions are part of everyday life. It can be isolated to one muscle in the body (focal) or affect a series of muscles (generalized), causing violent-looking movements and abnormal postures. Dystonia – affecting only about 1-percent of the population—can come on slowly and progress, eventually severely […]
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