About Me

Managing my thyroid levels

I have a hypothyroid disorder, and it affects my life in lot of different ways. I take synthetic thyroid hormones to try to control my thyroid hormone levels. When my levels are not under control, I tend to get tired and sluggish, and it can affect my mood. I see the doctor regularly to make sure that my thyroid hormone levels are all right and get my medication dosage tweaked to keep me feeling great. This blog talks about the role that the thyroid plays in your life and how you can get medical support if your thyroid is not working correctly.

Reasons to Use Massage Therapy Alongside Physiotherapy

Posted on 27 November 2019

When you're suffering from pain in a particular area, it's sometimes difficult to know whether to see a massage therapist or a physiotherapist. The good news is that you can see both. Massage acts as an excellent adjunct for physiotherapy, and you may even reach a stage where you can use it alone. If you're still unsure, here are some great reasons to use massage alongside physio treatments. Pain Relief for Episodic Pain [Read More]

Three Tips To Survive Spring Allergies While Wearing Contact Lenses

Posted on 18 November 2016

As someone who suffers from seasonal allergies, you already know how miserable spring can be. However, when you start wearing contact lenses, spring gets downright irritating. There are three easy ways you can tone down the effects seasonal allergies will have on your contact lens wearing experience. Don't Itch Taking allergy medication is not always enough to keep the itchy eyes at bay. However, rubbing your eyes when you are wearing contact lenses must be avoided. [Read More]

Thumb Sucking and Orthodontics: Why Won't an Orthodontist Fit Braces?

Posted on 8 November 2016

While most people who suck their thumbs give up the habit naturally when they are children, some find it harder to stop and may carry on sucking their thumbs into adolescence. From a dental perspective, persistent thumb sucking can cause teeth to become misaligned, and so you may be considering having your child fitted with braces to straighten their teeth. While braces can do this, an orthodontist is not typically likely to recommend bracing if your child is still sucking their thumb. [Read More]

The First Steps To Take When Someone Passes Away

Posted on 29 October 2016

When someone close to you dies, it is obviously an extremely sad occasion for everyone connected with them.  However, there are some practicalities that must be attended to before you can begin to think about funeral arrangements or arranging a memorial service. Here's a brief overview of the matters that require attending to immediately following a loved one's passing. What to do first The first thing you must do is notify all close family and friends of the deceased. [Read More]