Pressure point therapy, or acupressure, is an important part of Traditional Chinese Medicine's (TCM's) healing practices and can trace its roots back to 100 B.C. According to the book "Chinese Bodywork," Chinese bodywork utilizes the same...
According to MayoClinic.com, elbow pain, including bilateral elbow pain -- simultaneous pain in both elbows -- can be caused by problems with the bones in your elbow joints or the muscles and tendons surrounding your elbows. Bilateral elbow pain...
Weightlifters often push their bodies to their limits in order to build muscle fast, but overtraining and using improper form can lead to painful elbow fractures. Such injuries are one of the quickest ways to put an end to your training, as they...
If you have ever felt a numbness in your fingers while working out, you have probably wondered what is causing it. It is not a normal condition and could be something simple or a sign of something serious. There are many possible reasons for your...
A child with numbness in his hands likely has carpal tunnel syndrome. Adults are diagnosed with this condition more often than children, but children are still susceptible to the pain and numbness of this syndrome. Consult with your child's...
Certain physical activities can cause muscle soreness in the hands, but pain that lasts after exercising could be a sign of edema, carpal tunnel syndrome or a break. Determining why you are experiencing hand pain after exercising and how to go...
Potassium is a mineral that is essential for normal functioning of cells throughout the body. When levels of potassium in the body are too high, the result is a potentially serious condition called hyperkalemia One symptom of this condition is...
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve in the wrist is compressed. Compression may be the result of overuse of the wrists, water retention that occurs in late pregnancy, or other medical conditions, according to the University of...
Since cycling exposes parts of your body to the elements much more than other forms of transportation do, it's natural to feel some discomfort when you're on your bike in especially cold weather. If you notice continued numbness in your fingers...
According to the Spine Universe website, many Americans experience bouts of acute or chronic neck pain each year. Neck pain may be the result of strains, sprains, overuse injuries or blunt force trauma, and neck pain should not be left untreated....
A deficiency in magnesium can cause stomach pain, so increasing your dietary intake of the mineral may help relieve your stomach pain. Unfortunately, calcium has not been linked to stomach pain and will generally not treat it. However, stomach...
Numbness in the fingers is not only an aggravation, but can be a limitation to hand function. It can also pose a risk for injury from severe cold and heat as well as sharp objects because of diminished sensation. Numbness and tingling in the...
Homeopathic gels are one way to relieve baby teething discomfort. Learn more about teething gels with tips from an expert on parenting infants in this free teething video.
