Back Pain? Take a Pill

Oatley, NSW ( Pressreleasecollection ) March 30, 2010 – Tri-Unity Life Pty Ltd launches a new website to teach people how to manage back and neck pain without the use of pills<br /><br />The new website <a href="http://www.myexercise.com.au">myexercise.com.au</a>, provides an abundance of information for people suffering <a href="http://myexercise.com.au/pain-management/back-leg-pain.html">back pain</a> and neck pain. The $55 annual membership also provides video exercise programs, downloads and the ability to ask questions to health professionals via a forum.<br /><br />“Back and neck pain affects the enjoyment of day to day life profoundly,” says Chiropractor and co-founder Matthew Olthof, “ The most common type of back pain and neck pain is attributed to lifestyle habits and can be easily improved with simple exercises. Our goal is to show people these exercises that can be done at home or in the office and therefore prevent people from taking pain medication unnecessarily.”<br /><br />The Prevalence of Back Pain in Australia<br /><br />According the Australian Bureau of Statistics (Musculoskeletal Conditions in Australia: A Snapshot, 2004-05 ) In 2004-05, musculoskeletal conditions were more prevalent than any other of the National Health Priority Areas, with 31% of Australians suffering from one or more of these conditions. Although there are more than one hundred musculoskeletal conditions the most common are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis and back pain.<br /><br />Chronic back pain can be attributed to numerous causes including muscle strain or the displacement of an intervertebral disc, however the most common cause of back pain is related to lifestyle and behaviour, such as: posture, work habits, poor nutrition and lack of exercise.<br /><br />Pill Popping<br /><br />Managing back pain and relieving symptoms requires a small change to lifestyle habits as well as exercise; A very simple, healthy and non intrusive treatment. Yet the majority of pain sufferers will choose popping a pill over performing <a href="http://www.myexercise.com.au/exercises/back-exercises.html">back pain exercises</a>.<br /><br />The most common, over the counter, pain relief pill is ibuprofen. Some manufacturers even label their ibuprofen medication as being specific for back pain even though the ingredients and dosage is no different to the dosage required to treat a headache. Certainly this could be considered exploitative marketing. <br /><br />Risk of Prolonged Ibuprofen use<br /><br />Taken in recommended doses and for short periods of time, ibuprofen and other over-the-counter pain relief medication is well tolerated by the body. However, there are serious risks to the body from prolonged use and high dosage use of ibuprofen. Some possible risks include: increased fatigue, loss of appetite, renal dysfunction, abnormal liver function and damage to the small intestine. More information and research can be found at the American Gastroenterological Association website: http://www.gastro.org.<br /><br />CONTACT:<br />Katie Hodgkinson<br />Tri-Unity Life Pty Ltd<br />katie@myexercise.com.au<br />www.myexercise.com.au<br /><br />###

Back Pain? Take a Pill

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Cervical Traction Device Sales Increased Despite a Depressed Health Sector

Blaine, Washington ( Pressreleasecollection ) September 15, 2009 - There is a major misconception that the health care sector is recession proof. In reality, the Global recession has resulted in health sector job losses in many parts of the world. One of the main reasons for the loss of jobs in the health sector is due to expensive treatment options that people cannot afford. The Obama Government is working to improve and optimize current health care to lower the costs and make it more accessible for US citizens. It’s interesting to note that sales of <a href="http://www.chisoftnecktraction.com">cervical traction</a> devices have greatly increased during this depressed health sector period. To know the reason behind the increased sales of neck traction devices, we had a chat with one of the best cervical neck traction suppliers in North America. <br /><br />“In reality, the health care industry is worst hit by the Global recession. The health care sector is an abnormal market which cannot be predicted. Health care is the basic necessity of a human being which cannot be avoided. However, due to certain circumstances, like the current Global recession, people avoid visiting or reduce their visits to health care facilities. In addition, with hectic work schedules people have no time to visit hospitals for minor health care. This is where the importance of the cervical traction device comes into play; it can eliminate <a href="http://www.chisoftnecktraction.com">neck pain</a> even while one is working. Neck pain is a major health problem today and this cervical traction device takes care of it without paying a visit to the hospital and people love it” says Mark of chisoftnecktraction.com.<br /><br />Everybody is aware that employers are trying to get the maximum work out of their employees during this recession period. Employees work for long hours; especially for employees of IT firms who will sit in a chair for at least 10-12 hours. Sitting for prolonged periods of time will cause serious neck pain which results in various other health problems too. The cervical traction unit can prevent neck pain when it is worn during work so these employees have a much lesser chance of developing neck problems resulting in fewer visits to the doctor and less absenteeism. The cervical traction unit costs much less when compared to conventional treatment for neck pain. Due to these reasons, the sales and demand for the cervical traction device has reached its peak.<br /><br />Employees with fast paced hectic schedules can have a huge sigh of relief because the Cervical Traction Device can help relieve or minimize neck and back pain without affecting their work schedule.<br /><br />About Chisoftnecktraction.com<br /><br />Chisoftnecktraction.com specializes in neck pain relief products. Their Cervical Traction Device has received huge popularity around the world. For more information about their products, visit <a href="http://www.chisoftnecktraction.com">http://www.chisoftnecktraction.com</a><br /><br />Contact:<br />1300 Boblett Street, Unit A 181<br />Blaine, Washington, 98230<br />USA<br /><br />###

Cervical Traction Device Sales Increased Despite a Depressed Health Sector

Blaine, Washington ( Pressreleasecollection ) September 15, 2009 - There is a major misconception that the health care sector is recession p...

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