Approximately 1 million Americans wear some sort of prosthetic device, and that number is expected to grow due to the prevalence of diabetes in modern society. In addition to diabetes, other common causes of limb amputation include trauma and injury. While most prosthetic limbs are pretty basic, advances in technology are making it increasingly possible for everyone, regardless of their economic situation, to have access to state-of-the-art limbs that look and act like a natural extension of the human body.
20 January 2015
Often the care duties fall to the spouse when one person is healthy and the other has more involved health needs. In the case of seniors, the healthier spouse may overlook their own aging abilities and health concerns. Providing additional care helps relieve some of the burden so both partners can enjoy their senior years to the fullest. It's often left to the children to monitor their parent's health, especially if one parent is acting as a full time caregiver.
16 January 2015
Regardless of whether you are 14 or 45, all women need to make a visit to the gynecologist at least once every year for a check-up. By getting a check-up, you can make sure that all of your female organs and hormone levels are working properly and in balance. While some women are fearful of going to see an ob-gyn, you don't want to miss out on going to one of these healthcare professionals at places like Women's Healthcare of Illinois.
15 January 2015
The idea of planning your own funeral may be a difficult one to grapple with. You may feel ill-prepared to plan the services, or you might dislike thinking about your own passing. However, there are a number of compelling reasons to consider setting plans in place for your funeral. Here are some of them. Handling Funeral Costs Funeral costs can be high, which can shock a grieving family who has not prepared for them.
12 January 2015
Are you looking for the right pediatric office for your child? Maybe you've recently moved, had a less than pleasing experience with your child's current pediatrician or a have had a change in your health insurance. Whatever the cause may be, it's important to know what to look for when you are making a decision in regards to medical care for your child. Here are some things that will help you do just that.
9 January 2015
Sure, you might already go for your yearly routine eye exam, but if you are starting to have problems, that is simply not enough. You do not want to wait until you are scheduled for your next yearly exam, because whatever is going wrong with your eyes could get worse. Therefore, if you are starting to find yourself experiencing any of the following problems, you will want to scheduled an extra eye exam as quickly as possible.
7 January 2015
Sprained ankles are a very common injury among athletes who participate in nearly every sport that involves running. Whether you're a softball player, a track and field athlete, or a cross-country skier, a sprained ankle can mean an early end to the season, or, at the very least, a few missed practices. Protect yourself by performing these exercises, which will strengthen your ankles and leave you less prone to injuries.
7 January 2015
Being hard of hearing can create many setbacks in life. Fortunately, there is a way to improve your hearing so that you don't miss out on the experiences that this sense provides. Hearing aids have provided relief and normalcy for many people who struggle with impaired hearing. There are several types of hearing aid devices, including behind-the-ear, on-the-ear and in-the-ear hearing aids. Whichever type of hearing aid you are interested in getting, you may be wondering what the process of getting fitted with these devices is like.
7 January 2015
