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Physician or doctor listening to lungs of patient in office setting.
February 6, 2023/Primary Care

MD vs. DO: What’s the Difference?

… OMT), involves manipulating (touching or moving) your muscles, bones and joints. Manipulations can include gentle pressure and stretching or more forceful maneuvers.These techniques can improve alignment, balance and circulation. They allow your whole body …

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February 28, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

How Long Does It Take To Build Muscle?

… your heart rate up and focus on other areas of your body that benefit from flexibility and stretching,” he adds.Sculpt your strengthAt the end of the day, more muscle leads to improvements in strength …

A group of adults racing on a path lined with autumn leaves.
November 12, 2022/Exercise & Fitness

Tips for Running a Turkey Trot

… says Lawton. Walk around for five or 10 minutes to let your muscles cool down. A little stretching is good, too.Grab a drink and snack. There’s usually a small end-of-race buffet …

An illustration of someone with pimples on their face trying to pop one
March 15, 2022/Skin Care & Beauty

Pimple Popping 101: How to (Safely) Zap Your Zits

… too aggressive with your popping attempts could cause skin inflammation or long-term scarring. It could also stretch your pores, permanently making them bigger.“You could take something small and not noticeable to someone else …

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October 8, 2020/Chronic Pain

Can Lifestyle Changes Help You Manage Spinal Stenosis?

… the areas of pain.”During a PT appointment, a licensed physical therapist guides you through strengthening or stretching exercises. The therapist customizes these exercises for your areas of pain, fitness level and body type.Seems …

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June 18, 2024/Wellness

Everything You Need To Know About Habit Stacking for Self-Improvement

… you have to think about, you can stack another habit on top of it. Do some gentle stretching in between toning and moisturizing.If it’s not working, consider reinforcing the behavior with a reward …

man at desk with back pain
August 6, 2021/Orthopaedics

Poor Posture Hurts Your Health More Than You Realize: Tips for Fixing It

… help pull your shoulders back. Hold an exercise band in front of you at shoulder height, then stretch it across your chest, bending your arms slightly. Return to starting position and repeat.If you think …

Visceral fat and subcutaneous fat on an abdomen
August 26, 2025/Primary Care

Visceral Fat vs. Subcutaneous Fat: What Are They?

… take in.Try:Walking moreEating more whole (natural) foods and fewer processed onesDoing more lifting, bending and stretchingDrinking more water and fewer sugary drinksAim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise each …

man lifting weights for biceps
December 22, 2020/Exercise & Fitness

How You Can Avoid the Painful Popeye Deformity

Lifting weights can help strengthen and tone your upper arms. But if you overdo it when lifting weights or even just moving heavy boxes, you can make your biceps pop — and not in a good …

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December 20, 2023/Lung

Have COPD? Exercise Can Help Keep You Out of the Hospital

In general, regular exercise offers many health benefits.For people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) — a family of chronic, progressive lung diseases that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema — staying active is especially important …

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