Good Health is Your Greatest Wealth……Virgil
Dear Colin: I broke my shinbone in an auto accident five months ago. My doctor told me not to do anything for at least six months to allow the bone to heal, which is driving me crazy. I've told my doctor that I feel OK to start exercising again, but …
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Dear Colin: Any tips for motivation? My doctor wants me to start exercising as soon as possible given my back pain, diabetes, knee arthritis and obesity. Even my children and husband badger me. Between work and family life, I don't have time to …
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There is research suggesting exercise therapy, a specific form of physical therapy, may help people with Alzheimer's. It's important to differentiate the type of physical therapy because "conventional" physical therapy (ultrasound, hot packs, manual …
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Besides, how does physical therapy have anything to do with weight loss? I've been to physical therapy and don't understand the correlation. Your frustration is shared by millions, not just those trying to improve their health, but health care …
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By Special to The Oregonian Since I began writing this column, I've received hundreds of reader emails asking me pretty much the same question: "Can exercise help (my health problem)?" In almost all instances, the answer has been a qualified "yes," …
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Can exercise help him? Thanks for any help you can provide. It's more than likely exercise can help, but a little background first. Parkinson's disease is a common neurological problem that is mainly the result of damage to an area of the brain that …
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