In this week's At the Clinic with Dr. Mallika, she explains what charley horses are and how to treat them.
You don’t need to bandage every cut and scrape. Some heal more quickly when left uncovered to stay dry. But if the cut is on a part of the body that might get dirty or rub against clothes, put on a bandage to protect it. Change the bandage every day or whenever it gets wet or ...
While you can't always prevent leg cramps, there are things you can do to significantly reduce their risk:1 Stay hydrated:Dehydration is known to predispose you to leg cramps, although the exact reason why is not known. Aim to drink at least three liters of water each day. Drink plenty ...
Since a stomach virus andfood poisoninghave similar symptoms, like cramps, it’s easy to confuse the two. You get a stomach virus through close contact with someone who has the virus, such as sharing food or kitchen utensils, like a fork or knife. You can also get the virus by eating ...
I always carry a good, non-toxic repellant plus some essential oils to treat the itching for when I do get bitten. It's also important to know the active times for the insects. They vary around the world so get local advice, but most mosquitoes are active from dusk and dawn. Try to...
How to Treat Your Dog's Diarrhea at HomeThere are times when your dog may be off, and you can manage their diarrhea without a trip to the veterinarian.If you have determined that it will likely be ok to try and “ride out” your dog’s diarrhea for 24 to 36 hours, then here are...
What causes running cramps? How do you prevent and treat cramps while running?Ask any of your running buddies how to handle pestering running cramps and they’ll probably give you genuine advice like drink pickle juice, add salt tablets to your water, or eat a banana. And while none of th...
A patient presents with severe menstrual cramps, and all I have is three needles. How am I going to treat her? What is my acupuncture diagnosis? Using the strategy of The Four Magic Meridians as taught by Richard Te-Fu Tan, OMD, LAc, where am I going to place these three needles?
Though they are primarily used to treat high blood pressure, they can also be used to help with nighttime muscle cramps. You will need to take your blood pressure regularly if you take this medication.[14] If your doctor feels you should be on calcium channel blockers, they will give ...
How Do You Treat Menstrual Cramps in Your Practice?doi:10.1089/acu.2011.2303.