Have you ever wondered how you know where your fingers and toes are, even when you’re not looking at them? You may be surprised to learn your joints provide your brain with a great deal of information about the position of your body. This information is not only important for body awareness but also for…
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Have you ever heard of a Blackberry Thumb? What about Cell Phone Elbow? Acute Wii-itis? They are new health problems related to modern technology – and the tendency of humans to get carried away playing with their new toys. If you have not heard of these new terms, here is a brief definition of…
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Spring is in the air. Flowers are budding. Leaves are growing. And the days are getting longer. That’s terrific, right? Unfortunately for many of us, when we hear “Spring is in the air,” our minds focus on months of runny noses, itchy eyes and sneezing. We’re more likely to grab a handful of tissues than…
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