Yesterday’s post served as a sort of introduction, I suppose, to the main components of a human knee. By components, I am making reference to the four major ligaments that exist within the knee, but there are plenty of other very important aspects that make up the entire knee structure that I am by no … More How well do you know your knees? (part two)
Without sounding like a withering simp, allow me to assert that by now, I strongly support the idea that a better construction of crutches could have been engineered. Crutches are positively miserable, and anyone who has had to spend a considerable amount of time using them can attest to the truth of their misery. The … More Why do crutches have to be such a pain?
Injuries of any sort fail to be terribly enjoyable, but I would argue that they’re usually worse when you’re an athletic person, or, worse again, if the injury occurred while doing physical activity we love and appreciate. Rugby is an escape for me, much like any sport is an escape for any athlete who plays … More Recognizing the mental impact of a physical injury
I’m at a point in my life at which I have deduced I really am a medical anomaly of sorts. I recently said to my parents that when I was conceived, I’m pretty God said, “We’re gonna fuck this one up real good,” and that really is the only plausible explanation I’ve been able to … More What the heck is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome?
It seems as though just about each and every person I talk to as of late has had a poor experience with healthcare here in Ontario, Canada. Whether it be having to call to inquire about appointments that were somehow missed, test results, a proper diagnosis or something else, more and more of us are … More The significance of advocating for your own health
Sickness is not exactly something we wish to experience. No one particularly enjoys being ill for obvious reasons, so it makes sense that most of us try our best to keep our immune system defences up in hopes of warding off any harmful bacteria that yearns to make its way into our bodies. Unfortunately, though, … More Feeling a cold coming on? Stop it in its tracks with this
I first noticed that both of my shoulders had lumps in them a little while ago and didn’t think much of it. My right shoulder, which I refer to as my hitting shoulder in rugby, is worse in terms of the size and number of these hard lumps, and after playing another season this year, … More Bumpy, lumpy shoulders? Read this
While a harrowing realization, it seems as though in today’s age, it has never been more important to be your own health advocate. Here in Canada, the medical system is a bit of a joke to speak plainly, and I am not the only one who feels this way. Yes, OHIP is wonderful to an … More The significance of being your own health advocate
If you fail to be familiar with something known as Hashimoto’s Disease, don’t fret; I don’t believe it is a widely known and understood diagnosis, although it arguably should be, and I will gladly provide you with a general overview of what it is, entails, and some other relevant information to the condition. The reason … More What is Hashimoto’s Disease?
In yesterday’s post, I discussed acupuncture and provided a generalized synopsis of what it entails and some of the benefits it offers. I’ve had acupuncture done on my neck twice now since getting whiplash, which is what inspired the subject matter of yesterday’s and today’s post, but prior to a few weeks ago, I had … More The pros and cons of acupuncture
Acupuncture, while not at all a new concept, is one I have recently started to dabble in. I will admit that acupuncture is probably an avenue I would not have explored independently; rather, the specialist I am seeing for my concussion practices acupuncture, and he recommended trying it for my neck because I have whiplash … More Have you tried acupuncture?
When it comes to concussions, I am saddened to admit I’m no stranger to them. I’ve had at least three to date, and while I’m sure I’ve had more, I can only say I’ve had three with confidence because those three occasions were the only times I actually saw a doctor to be assessed. Two … More Post Concussion Syndrome: how much do you know?
Yesterday’s post started our discussion of something referred to as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a commonly misunderstood and quite rare genetic disorder. Don’t stress if you’re unfamiliar with it, because I would wager most people are; I was, too, until I began educating myself on the matter because I may have it myself. There are two categorizations … More What the heck is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? (Part Two)
When it comes to the medical realm, I figure it is more than safe to say that most terms and diagnoses sound completely foreign to anyone who isn’t involved in the realm themselves. There are some words I’ve heard over the years that sound anything but English, and I’m sure there are just as many … More What the heck is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
Like I said in yesterday’s post, issues with ribs are anything but pleasant. The biggest issue with rib injuries and their associated pain is the fact that we use our ribs and their related muscles and tendons a hell of a lot more than we realize throughout a given day; once a rib, or several … More Slipped Rib Syndrome: what you should know
Without sounding like someone who neglects their health, I started experiencing pain in my lower back and deep within the front of my hips, simultaneously, a few months ago. I didn’t think much of it at the time, and figured I had tweaked some muscles working out or doing something on the farm. The reason … More Sore back and hips? Read this
I would wager that anyone who considers themselves remotely savvy in the health and wellness realm is familiar with, or has at least heard of, to some capacity, red light therapy. I feel as though I’ve been seeing the term more and more frequently just this year, and witnessing an uptick in knowledge pertaining to … More Should you consider red light therapy?
My nose and I encountered a rather rough force over the weekend. I was at our chicken barn unloading large plastic bins from the box of my truck; these bins have a lid that opens like a flap, and they were on their side lying in the back of my truck. I managed to get … More Know your nose
Hangovers are certainly not something any sane person would wish to experience, I would think, but they’re something that the vast majority of us have endured. They’re anything but pleasant, and in my own experience, depending on how bad of a hangover you’re dealing with, they often feel similar to having the flu or a … More How to cure a hangover, part two
As if anyone needed more reasons to drink coffee, am I right? Perhaps I speak for a small group of individuals when I say I could always and easily consume and in turn enjoy more coffee in my life, but I do have my limits. A few years back, when my family and I visited … More Get your coffee on, again
I’ve always been a pretty transparent person, and my history of an eating disorder is no exception to my translucence. I was diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia when I was 17, and while the road I’m on now certainly has fewer bumps and divots than it once did, I can’t, and won’t, say recovery … More Q and A: Eating disorder recovery edition
This past weekend, I had an interesting conversation with an acquaintance of mine. She and I were chatting, trading greetings and what not, when I noticed she was limping a bit. I asked her if she was alright, and she proceeded to start laughing. I must have looked a little perplexed as she noted my … More What are your craziest injuries?
Anyone who has ever fallen victim to boils can arguably attest to their misery. Boils, put plainly, absolutely suck. They can be remarkably painful, embarassing, disgusting and inconvenient, and they can be a real bitch to get rid of once they’ve decided to permanently take up residence in a specific spot on your body. Boils … More Boils: what you should know
As per yesterday’s post, today is a continuation of the topic of collagen and whether or not you should incorporate it into your daily supplement routine. I’m not a doctor by any means, nor am I a medical expert, so be sure to do your own research and consult with your family doctor prior to … More Here are some benefits collagen offers
When I first heard of the term SIBO, I thought I was hearing things, to be honest, so not to worry if you figured your eyes were deceiving you when you read the title of today’s post. SIBO is an acronym that stands for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, and I’m about to give you the … More What the heck is SIBO?
I recently had some bloodwork done, and when my doctor called me and asked me to come in for an appointment to discuss the results, I figured they weren’t great. My doctor informed me I have a rather hefty hormone imbalance (which I already knew thanks to a naturopath), and he provided me with some … More Are your hormones out of whack?
Yesterday’s post discussed the concept of detoxing the body. If you missed it, I basically provided some information, referencing a source, regarding detoxing and an overview of some of the reasons why one might be inclined to detox, and furthermore, some of the benefits of and reasons for doing so. Today’s post will again address … More Read this to learn how to detox your body
Bodily detoxification is a concept that has been around the block once or twice, and its presence isn’t exactly new. I do think, though, that perhaps more people are familiar with detoxing in today’s day and age compared to 50, or 100 years ago; I can’t say for certain whether or not Mother Teresa was … More Read this before you detox
Blaine has been dealing with sweaty feet since I first met him nine years ago. Over time, however, the sweating has increased in severity, to the point that in the last couple of years or so, the bottoms of his feet are literally raw. The skin in between his toes is so worn down it … More Sweaty feet? Read this
Remember when FitBit came out and it was all the rage? I know, it seems like eons ago. Regardless of the length of time that has passed since FitBits were still considered relevant, they very much were, at one point, and everyone and their mother had one, myself included. I enjoyed using it, and while … More Move over, Apple Watch
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