Tissue Town

Tissue Town

Eczema, also known as a topic dermatitis is characterized by a red itchy rash that is scaly and is oozing in some cases. The condition can appear on the arms and legs, cheeks, forehead, and in body parts such as knees and elbows where there are creases. In some cases,...
Viscosupplementation Treatment for Arthritis

Viscosupplementation Treatment for Arthritis

What is it? A sticky or squeaking hinge can be “cured” with a drop of oil, so it makes sense that a hinge joint, like the knee, would also benefit from a little lubrication.  At least that’s the premise behind one new form of treatment for arthritis of the knee. The...
Glucosamine and Chondroitin

Glucosamine and Chondroitin

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a noninflammatory disorder of the movable joints. It is characterized by two features: loss of articular cartilage and formation of new bone at the joint surfaces and margins. Structural abnormalities, excessive stress, and repetitive stresses...
What Does the Endocrine System Do?

What Does the Endocrine System Do?

Once a hormone is secreted, it travels from the endocrine gland through the bloodstream to the cells designed to receive its message. These cells are called target cells. Along the way to the target cells, special proteins bind to some of the hormones. The special...
From the Inside Out

From the Inside Out

Detoxification is a word you are probably hearing more frequently these days. In the past, if someone said they were “going on a detox,” most would assume they had an alcohol or drug addiction. Recently, detoxification has taken on a new meaning with...
Setting Goals

Setting Goals

Are you having trouble fitting into your clothes? Have you strayed from your exercise routine? Have you eaten more desserts than you can remember? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then it may be time for you to start setting some new fitness goals. Oh,...
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