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When carpal tunnel syndrome strikes, some of the simplest tasks - turning the key in the ignition, twisting off a lid on a jar, tying a shoe - become painful and intolerable. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a nerve disorder that affects more than 20 million Americans, with the incidence growing at a rate of more than 10 percent per year. Treatment for carpal tunnel has ranked among the lowest in patient satisfaction surveys - with acceptable outcomes in less than 40 percent of cases. However, a new therapy can provide relief from symptoms without invasive procedures. Carpal Solution Therapy was developed by Dr. Morgan Jr., a muscular skeletal specialist, while working with his wife to help her get control of her debilitating carpal tunnel symptoms. Based on his firsthand experience with...

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Many of us have the experience of having eye problems like astigmatism or myopia. These problems may be genetic or may be due to constant eye-strain or abuse. Whatever the cause, eye-problems usually mean having to wear corrective eyeglasses. However, many people disdain having to wear eyeglasses. Glasses can mist up in the heat, fall at odd times, and can get in our way. What bothers me especially is it impedes me from participating in physical sports like basketball and football. The disposable contact lens has become the lens preferred by people who dislike eye glasses. They are far more convenient, and you can barely realize that you re wearing one if it s the right fit. They are easy to maintain and in some cases, cheaper than a pair of quality glasses. Contacts can make life easier...

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You can find out if you have low or high self-confidence by asking yourself the right questions. If you have high self-confidence, you will agree with the following statements: - I am eager to learn new things. - I take pride in doing a good job and being a nice person. - I can handle criticism without being too emotional. - I know what things I am good at, and those that I m not. - It is okay if I win or if I lose. - Before I do something, I usually think I can do it. - I like to try to do things without help but, I don t mind asking for help if I really need it. Does this sound like you. If some of the items in this checklist sound like you, that s good you re developing self-confidence. Remember to tell yourself everyday that you are a capable person. Repeat 10 times I like Myself. ...

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This is Part 2 of a 5-part series on addiction . In Part 1 of this series of articles, I defined substance and process addictions, and described the four major false beliefs that underlie most addictions: 1. I can t handle my pain. I am unworthy and unlovable. Others are my source of love. I can have control over how others feel about me and treat me. This article addresses the first of these beliefs, and goes into the process of learning to manage your pain. Learning to manage pain is essential if you are going to move out of addictive behavior, since the intent of most addictive behavior is to avoid pain, coming from the belief that you cannot handle your pain. Small children have few skills in managing pain. Parents are supposed to be there to help them with painful situations. Loving...

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Most people have heard of meningitis, but not everyone understands the disease. Is meningitis viral or genetic. Can it be caused by injury or environmental factors. Is meningitis treatable, and can it be cured. Meningitis is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease that involves an inflammation of the meninges, the membranes covering the spinal cord and brain. A variety of factors can cause meningitis, including bacterial or viral infections, as well as some species of parasites, fungi and protozoa. The meninges can also become inflamed due to complications arising from other diseases including some cancers, and can be brought about as a side affect of certain medications. These non-infectious causes, however, tend to be very rare. The most common symptoms of meningitis include...

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