The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body and runs the entire length of the leg, from the hip to the sole of the foot. If the nerve is injured, or if muscles such as the piriformis irritate the nerve, you might experience pain in your hip or pelvis.
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Premature ejaculation is a fairly common and treatable condition where a man ejaculates early in the sex act–either before or in the beginning stages of intercourse. By the Mayo Clinic’s estimation, as many as one out of three men may be affected by premature ejaculation at some point in time.
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The flu is a highly contagious virus that attacks the upper respiratory system. According to Kid'sHealth.org, the illness generally has a quick onset and you may have few symptoms prior to getting sick. The preliminary symptoms you do have may be mild or easily confused for something else.
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The rotator cuff is a group of muscles in the shoulder girdle that stabilize and move the arm through its full range of motion. Rotator cuff injuries are common in golfers, according to the Hughston Health Alert, and the type of treatment depends on the severity of the injury.
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A blood pressure cuff is a device used to measure the force of the blood in the veins and arteries. At rest, the force of blood flow is constant and, in healthy individuals, ranges between 110/70 and 120/80. The larger number is the systolic number--the force of blood as the heart contracts.
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A bunion is a structural change to the foot that causes the big toe to tilt toward the other toes, which creates a small bump on the side of the foot. The most common symptoms are pain and swelling in the affected joint and possible numbness.
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The sternocleidomastoid, or SCM, muscle originates on the breastbone and attaches to the collarbone and the temporal bone on the back of the skull. You have one SCM on each side of your neck. These muscles tilt and rotate your head to the right and left. Sudden movements, such as whiplash, can cause SCM injury.
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The sciatic nerve is the largest and longest nerve in the body. Formed by a bundle of nerves in the lumbar spine, the nerve exits the spinal column at the lower back, runs through the hip and down the back of the leg to the sole of the foot.
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The term erectile dysfunction refers to a recurring and persistent condition where a man is unable to achieve or maintain an erection and complete sexual intercourse. In most cases, erectile dysfunction is a sign of a deeper, underlying problem and many doctors consider it one of the earliest signs of heart disease.
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Preparation-H was introduced to the US, by American Home Products, around 1935. Preparation-H originally started as a sunburn ointment before it was marketed as the, now popular, hemorrhoid treatment.
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Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse at least 25 percent of the time, according to the Mayo Clinic. ED becomes more common as men age but is not actually a normal function of aging.
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The average person’s stride is 2.5 feet long and the average person walks 1 mile in 2,000 steps, according to The Walking Site. This means that 500 steps is roughly equal to one-quarter mile.
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Tattoos permanently etch images beneath the top layer of the skin, which can result in sores and bleeding. If the tattoo becomes infected as it heals, scars may form, which can damage the skin and ruin the look of the tattoo. Laser tattoo removal can also cause scarring.
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Cellulite has a dimpled or pitted appearance. Your skin is attached to the underlying muscle by fibrous cords of connective tissue. As fat accumulates, it pushes your skin up while the cords remain attached and pull your skin down.
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During aging, skin thins and becomes less elastic and prone to fine lines, creases and sagging. Sun exposure and genetics can also damage the collagen and elastin that contribute to the skin’s integrity.
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A sauna is an enclosed room that uses dry or wet heat and can get as hot as 185 degrees. One of the big benefits of both the wet and dry saunas, according the Harvard Health, is that they encourage blood flow to the surface of the skin, including the hair follicles.
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Body toning oil may reduce the appearance of cellulite and sagging areas of skin on the face and body. Several manufacturers have firming oils and treatments on the market and the costs for these products vary. According to Valerie Ann Worwood, author of "The Complete Book of Aromatherapy,"
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Herbal hair oil of Kerala is actually called neelbringadi thailam, and is an Ayurvedic remedy made in the Kerala region of India. The oil is used to combat hair loss, dandruff and other hair problems and uses coconut oil as its base.
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Low iron, also known as iron deficiency anemia, is common, according to the MayoClinic.com. The most common symptoms are fatigue, weakness and pale skin. However, the MayoClinic.com notes that the condition can also cause hair loss.
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Once the province of sailors, prisoners and rebellious, artistic types, tattoos have become a part of mainstream America. Like most things in life, tattoo ownership has its pros and cons. While the disadvantages are pretty concrete, the advantages are more varied.
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