Dawn R. Darling LICSW

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• Proper Exercise Can Provide Effective Crohn's and Colitis Relief

  For someone living with Crohn's or colitis, it may seem as if exercise is a bad idea. All of that movement can activate symptoms, right? What happens if the symptoms occur during exercise, such as diarrhea? Would it not be safer to avoid the risk and minimize movement?Actually, exercise has...

• Ice Baths Relieve Sore Muscles

  According to a new study ice baths are as effective as compression stockings and stretching to relieve soreness caused by an intense workout. “Ice bath reduced the muscle soreness by 20% and this was equivalent to other popular methods of recovery," says Chris Bleakley, PhD, a researcher at the...

• How Is The Coronavirus Affecting Nursing Homes?

  Nursing homes across the country have become epicenters or "hot spots" of the coronavirus spread. This is because nursing homes include people who are most at risk for the virus, including those with chronic conditions and those who are elderly. The massive increase in cases is causing many nursing...

• Minority Women at Higher Risk for Lupus than Others

  Many fans were shocked when singer and actress Selena Gomez revealed to her followers that she has been battling lupus.  When Gomez made that declaration, she no longer was just one of the millions of people who have the disorder but rather, she became a spokesperson and advocate for many who have...

• Are There Medications to Treat Shin Splints?

  Shin splints refer the pain your feel along the inner aspect of your shin bone. It usually follows high intensity physical activities and in sports like basketball, soccer and tennis. Shin splints are a common problem among runners and other athletes.The best way to treat a shin splint is by giving...

• Does My Heavy Menstruation Mean I Have Fibroids?

  Heavy periods are very common, and for most cases, the real cause is unknown. However, fibroids and endometriosis have proven to be the primary contributors. There are multiple ways to alleviate heavy periods and effectively managing them. Options include surgical operations, IUD, and the use of...