Another advantage of acupuncture is that it is a natural substitute to medicine; this is because it reduces pain naturally. Also acupuncture will help to remove all the toxins as well as helps fast healing, this is because it increases the blood flow. Acupuncture – Disadvantages One of the disadvantages of acupuncture is that you can be sore for a while after your treatment, although this is not a bad thing it certainly will be for the person in pain. All acupuncture sessions are scheduled to have a follow up procedure which can be an inconvenience for some people. As well as this it can be quite expensive as it doesn’t come under the NHS.
For example, regular brisk walking can help you: • Maintain a healthy weight • Prevent or manage various conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes • Strengthen your bones • Lift your mood • Improve your balance and coordination The faster, farther and more frequently you walk, the greater the benefits. Walking and biking are both excellent forms of cardiovascular exercise which, when performed regularly, can ward off disease, shed pounds, improve mental outlook and reduce the likelihood of dying young. Each have their merits and drawbacks, and which is the best choice for you largely depends upon what you'll enjoy doing most, the health of your joints and how much weight you'd like to lose. “Like walking, biking is low-impact and easy. It's also fun, and according to NutriStrategy, burns a lot of calories - significantly more than brisk walking.” (Bigelow) You’d be forgiven for wondering but stair climbing can have a significant and positive impact on an individual’s health over time.
You need to incorporate a balanced diet and exercise in your lifestyle. When you are taking care of yourself you have a positive energy that keeps you motivated. Not having a healthy life could cause mental health problems that could lead to depression, weight gain and poor health conditions. You should interact with others around you and live a social life. You need to express yourself rather than bottle up your emotions.
Managing Fibromyalgia: Exercise Exercise can relieve several fibromyalgia symptoms. Physical activity can reduce pain and improve fitness. Exercising just three times a week has also been shown to relieve fatigue and depression. But it's important not to overdo it. Walking, stretching, and water aerobics are good forms of exercise to start with for people with fibromyalgia.
I believe I have a quite good knowledge and understanding of meeting standards with the care I deliver to our service users and meeting the standards expected within my role as a carer. I also believe I could learn more to enhance my knowledge. If I should need support for my own learning and development within my role as a carer I can ask my nurse in charge or my manager at any point. Having regular supervisions and appraisals help in this effect. I can also refer to service users care plans or ask my manager for training on things I may find difficult.
Generally people with a positive approach to health believe that they are responsible for their own health. If a person with a positive attitude becomes ill they are likely to blame themselves if they develop symptoms of an illness. For example, someone who is very pretty and adores their body, however they know that they may be slightly over-weight and in order to stay healthy they should lose some weight. In my opinion, I believe that having a positive attitude towards your health and well-being is looking after yourself in spite of having something wrong with you. Another example of a positive attitude towards health and well-being is someone who has suffered from a really bad accident and has broken their leg.
Some studies suggest that this therapy may improve overall sense of well-being, libido and sexual satisfaction. An ample amount of sodium is recommended, especially during heavy exercise, when the weather is hot, or if you have gastrointestinal upsets, such as diarrhea. Your doctor will also suggest a temporary increase in your dosage if you're facing a stressful situation, such as an operation, an infection or a minor illness. With Addison’s disease it’s important to remember that your body cannot balance itself out so it’s very important to listen to what’s going on so that you can help in anyway you
Inhalers Healthy diet Avoid dust Anti-inflammatory Anti-cholinergic agents Medications Bronchodilators Antibiotics Physiotherapy Oxygen Normal versus Diseased Bronchi Exercise • Regular exercise can help prevent the onset of chronic bronchitis. • Focus on aerobic activity such as swimming and running. This will help increase lung capacity and strengthen the cardiovascular system. • Should be low to moderate intensity depending on the severity of the disorder. • Short to long durations of exercise may vary depending on the severity.
I talk to my patients and their families about balanced diets, physical activities, fresh air, and having close personal relationships are in regards to health and balance. According to Jordan mindfulness is “as an individual learning process characterized by a heightened awareness of the specific circumstances in a given situation”(2009, p. 168). Mindfulness allows me to deliver safe and effective care to my patients. Being mindful is vital to my nursing practice. “Today’s healthcare environment is turbulent, rapidly presenting nurses with stimuli, interruptions, and competing priorities.
It can lead to the total inability to walk or even total rigidity of one’s legs in very serious conditions. Sometimes, an elderly patient will get fibrous contracture of their joints along with pressure ulcers in the lower back and hip area occurs. This happens due to the decreasing sensation in these areas and the inability to position the elderly patient correctly. Sometimes, when dealing with these situations a warm pack may help. Do not put the patient into hot baths because the risk of burn due to the low senses in these areas (Mitchelle, 2010).