Sabado, Agosto 9, 2008

HOW TO MANAGE BACK PROBLEMS

Nowadays, more and more people are suffering from back pain. Improper posture can put stress on the back that may lead to discomfort and damage. The following are some steps to have a good posture in every activity.

1. standing and walking - ear, shoulder, hip and ankle should be in a line.
2. sitting - keep shoulders, back and down, chin back, abdomen in, back must be supported its natural curve.
- avoid slouching, avoid prolong sitting.
3. sleeping - sleep using a firm bed not a soft mattress
4. body mechanics - use good body mechanics during any activity, avoid back strain when lifting heavy objects by keeping your upper body back straight, bend knees, keep the load near to your body.

Linggo, Agosto 3, 2008

ACNE

Acne is the term for pimples commonly seen on the face,chest, upper back or shoulder. A pimple forms when an oil gland in the skin is blocked. Stress and some birth control pills aggravates acne.

Treatments
1. wash the face and the entirw body with mild doaps. Avoid skin drying soaps
2. keep your hair away from face
3. benzoyl peroxide based medications is one of the best treatment for acne. Start from the lowest strength.
4. use water based make ups
5. manage stress

Contact your dermatlogists if acne worsens.