Deanna Rhodes

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Choosing Better Medical Care

Do you remember the last time you realized that you were having serious health problems? I have never been someone who was completely in-tune with their own health, which is probably why I began focusing more on getting enough exercise and dieting properly. I started working with my doctor to get things on track, and I was really impressed with how many different options there were to help me to improve my health. This blog is all about choosing better medical care and knowing when to take hold of your health. Check out this blog to learn how to manage your own health.

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When Is It Better To Try Pain Relief Gels Over Pills?

16 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

While OTC analgesics in pill form can be blessings, there are some instances where other products may be better. For instance, you could try an extra strength pain relief gel. These gels work in various ways. Some gels are counterirritants, meaning that they stimulate the nerves, creating a mild sensation that will distract you from your more intense pain. Others contain menthol for a cooling effect and capsicum for a warming sensation. Read More …

A Children’s Surgical Center Makes The Whole Experience Better

16 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

Anytime a child needs medical attention, everyone involved becomes stressed and worried. When the treatment involves surgery, that stress and worry can multiply significantly. While the child may not understand what is going on, he or she can feel the emotions and strain of the adults. All of this can be detrimental to the healing process. One way to reduce all this and to help your child recover faster is to take your child to a child surgical center. Read More …

Has Your Child Been Diagnosed With Complex Learning Difficulties? 4 Ways To Encourage Growth And Independence

16 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you have a child with complex learning difficulties, you want to give them as much room for growth as possible. To do that, you need to make sure that learning happens at every level, including at home. Complex learning difficulties don't mean that your child can't learn, or won't learn, it just means that your child will learn differently than others. With that in mind, here are four steps you can take to help your child learn while at home. Read More …

Been Diagnosed With Cancer? 4 Questions You Might Have About Nanoknife Cancer Surgery

16 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you've been diagnosed with cancer, you'll want to know about all the treatment options that are available to you. Research has allowed for the advancement of available cancer treatments, including the way that surgery is performed. Not all tumors can be removed through standard surgical procedures, especially those that are located in difficult to reach areas of the body. In the past, extreme temperatures were used to treat hard-to-reach tumors. Read More …

Considering Medical Marijuana For Your Chronic Pain? 3 Tips That Will Help You Avoid Problems

16 March 2018
 Categories: Health & Medical , Blog

If you suffer from chronic pain and you don't want to use addictive opioids for pain relief, it's time to talk to your doctor about medical marijuana. Medical marijuana has been found to be highly effective at reducing and even eliminating chronic pain. One of the benefits of medical marijuana is that you can regulate the amount of pain relief you need at any given moment, which means you don't need to worry about over-medicating—or even under-medicating—yourself. Read More …