Diseases & Conditions

define osteoarthritis

Improving Quality of Life with Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis Explained The term arthritis is a very general term that simply refers to inflammation in the joints. The term osteoarthritis, also referred to as wear and tear arthritis, is the most common form of this disorder. It can occur on nearly any joint in the body and involved a […]

define sleep apnea

Getting a Good Night’s Sleep with Apnea

This is a very common sleep disorder in which the individual has one- or multiple- pauses in their breathing, or even breathes shallowly when sleeping. These pauses in breathing can last anywhere from just a few seconds to a few minutes. They can occur thirty or more times within one […]

What Causes Restless Leg Syndrome

RLS: Getting Rest when Your Legs Want to Keep Moving

Restless Leg Syndrome, commonly referred to as RLS, is a neurological disorder that is known by the creeping, pulling, throbbing, or other quite unpleasant sensations in the legs. These sensations are often accompanied by an overwhelming, uncontrollable need to move them. In most cases, moving around can help to calm […]