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If you experience back pain while on a trip, having a trusty knee pillow at your side can help alleviate a great deal of discomfort. Use a knee pillow for back pain with help from a trip diva and travel writer in this free video clip.
You can prevent squeezing on a violin neck in a very specific way. Prevent squeezing on a violin neck with help from a dedicated violin instructor in this free video clip.
Mozy provides a cloud-based backup service you can use to protect your personal, business or site-wide data. You can use your backup to restore your working files in the event of catastrophic failure, theft or a natural disaster. The service provides iPhone and Android mobile apps to offer data access from cellphones and tablets. If Mozy appears not to be backing up your data, make sure you understand how the service operates and what it backs up.
Using a foam roller can be a great way to relieve pain in your back. Learn about using a foam roller for back pain relief with help from a certified Pilates instructor in this free video clip.
Neck pillows are horseshoe-shaped pillows designed to fill the space under the head and around the neck. The most common style of neck pillow features a depression where the head lies and extra support under the neck. Because neck pillows help keep the neck in alignment with the spine, they're often used by people with neck pain to alleviate discomfort while sleeping or reclining. In addition, neck pillows are used by travelers to facilitate sleeping and increase comfort during long periods of time spent sitting on an airplane, or in a car or bus. This type of pillow, also called…
Turning a stool into a chair is as simple as adding a back to it. Creating a back brace for your chair will depend on the shape of the seat of your stool as well as the material it is made from. The easiest material to work with is wood, although these plans can be used with aluminum, steel and iron.
Posture is a very important part of singing and its something that people should learn to master at an early age. Learn about proper singing posture for young singers with help from a singer, actress and performer in this free video clip.
Porcupines are naturally shy and will not go out of their way to attack humans under most circumstances. As a result, porcupines are not generally a threat to humans. However, if you accidentally approach a porcupine with its babies or if you encounter a rabid porcupine, it may attack.
Clothes dryers are bulky home appliances that are often awkward to move especially if you are trying to relocate to a new home. Because of the varying size and shape of doorways and hallways in most homes it is sometimes beneficial to lie the appliance on its side. It may also be helpful to store the appliance on its side when it is in the moving truck to save space or make it easier to load other items. You cannot use the dryer while it is on its side.
Many teenagers suffer from poor posture. This can be due to a number of factors, including their daily activities and stress from school, beyond more serious spinal disorders. Poor posture can make your teenager appear to lack confidence and may become a more serious habit over the years. Address the problem head on. There are several things to keep in mind when doing so.
Back electromotive force, or EMF, essentially is current flowing in the wrong direction on a circuit path. Back EMF can damage sensitive components and circuity, without the use of a blocking device. When installed, these devices act as one-way transducers that only allow current to flow in one direction. When using small motors, solenoids, or relays, adding a blocking device is nearly always useful and often essential.
Traveling for long distances in a car can wreak havoc on your body. A travel neck pillow can make you more comfortable. The neck pillow must stay in place to provide the most benefit, but they don’t come equipped with devices to attach them to the seat headrest. Remedy that with a few inexpensive supplies and a little time.
You spend about one-third of your life sleeping, so it is important to sleep on a quality mattress and to use a quality pillow. Memory foam is a popular choice for pillows and mattresses. Memory foam is more expensive than a traditional mattress and pillow; you want to get as much use out them before replacing them. If your memory foam pillow smells, there are a few steps to take to eliminate the odor.
Not every pillow will fit every body. But the right size pillow can mean the difference of a good night’s rest or aches and pains in the morning. It can be tempting to just buy a pillow based on price point and how it feels, but choosing one that will match your neck and shoulder size can help support your spine and leave you feeling well-rested.
The ProCollar is an alternative to putting a lampshade-style collar on your pet. This product comes in multiple sizes, and each can be adjusted to fit a dog. Resembling an inflatable neck pillow, the ProCollar prevents dogs and cats from licking wounds or sutures while allowing for normal activities such as eating, playing and drinking. Also, it doesn’t obstruct the view of the pet, so it will bump into walls and other objects less often than with a lampshade-style collar.
Dacron lining is a synthetic lining that supports pillows. This lining is wrapped around foam or polyester and helps it keep its shape. It is important to wash pillows at least twice a year to keep allergens away, and Dacron is a washable material. However, the foam in the pillows does not wash easily in a machine and may fall apart. It is better to wash pillows by hand. If you do wash the pillows in the machine, use a short, delicate cycle and dry them on the coolest setting in the dryer.
Your bed pillows are probably one of the most used items in your home. If you get eight hours of sleep a night, you rack up nearly 3,000 hours a year on your pillows. There are a number of different pillow types, including feather pillows, down pillows, polyester fiber-fill and urethane-foam pillows. Foam pillows tend to be less expensive than feather pillows.
When you are trying to help yourself relax, you may think of using a neck pillow to ease the tension in your neck muscles. One way to further the relaxation is to use a neck pillow that is filled with sand, which can be warmed in a standard microwave. Instead of buying a premade warming neck pillow, you can save money by making one yourself using a few basic materials that can be found at any arts and crafts store.
Decorative neck roll pillows look good and help support the neck when you are reclining. The size of the neck roll depends on your preference. There are standard size pillow forms, but you can easily make a larger or smaller roll to suit your needs. Because these pillows tend to be small, you can often find expensive fabric remnants and trims to make the pillow very elegant and luxurious. When you find the fabrics you like, look around for ornate trims in the right colors to fit with the fabric.
A back strap is a strip of wood inlayed into the back of a banjo’s neck. The strip of wood actually strengthens the neck, but for the most part, a back strap is a simply designed to be a decorative piece of wood. Use hardwood that contrasts with the neck. For example, if your banjo neck is maple, use a piece of Indian Rosewood, Wenge or Bubinga as the back strap.
Pillow shopping can be frustrating, even more so when you're looking for a specialty pillow like a long neck pillow. The choices you have may be slim when searching the bedding aisle at your local department store. If you want a long neck pillow that fits your needs, the best option is to make it yourself. Making a long neck pillow to support your neck can relieve chronic neck pain and help you get a better night's sleep. Crafting your own pillow allows you to choose the fabric and filler that are right for you.
Neck pillows are C-shaped pillows that wrap around your neck. They're popular among travelers, who use them on airplanes, cars, buses and trains. Use a neck pillow for added comfort, and to avoid cramping in your neck and upper back. Make neck pillows at home with soft fabric, stuffing and some basic sewing supplies. They can be customized to suit your preferences in terms of firmness.
Crocs are a brand of lightweight, flexible, clog-style sandal made of a special type of foam. The most common type of Croc features ventilation holes that allow fresh air to flow into the sandal. You can decorate these ventilation holes with widgets, little decorative gadgets, and charms in order to create a custom look for your Crocs that reflect your unique style. Proper installation is important to ensure that the widgets are inserted into the holes in your Crocs in a manner that prevents damage to the foam.
A neck warmer pillow, also known as a heat pack, can easily be made at home using common items. Heat therapy is the practice of applying heat to the body to relieve pain, decrease joint and muscle stiffness and reduce inflammation. A neck warmer pillow is an effective way to quickly dissolve the tension of a sore neck or headache at the end of a long day.
Therapeutic neck pillows will help ease the discomforts of a sore neck, tired shoulders and aching muscles. The warmth of a heated neck pillow may also ease a tension headache and help you relax. An uncomplicated neck pillow can be made from a few inexpensive items, and requires just a minimal amount of sewing. Neck pillows make thoughtful handmade gifts for under-the-weather friends. Children over the age of 8 can make these therapeutic neck pillows for grandparents.
Neck pillows provide comfort and support to both children and adults. They are comfortable for travel, providing support to the neck and head while sitting or sleeping. Make your own neck pillow using a soft, comfortable fabric and a glue gun. These no-sew pillows make great gifts for parents of toddlers and small children as well as for adult passengers in cars or planes who like to nap. Make several, adapting the sizes to accommodate different users.
The first level in "Epic Mickey" presents the mousy protagonist with several minor challenges, which he must overcome before he can move on with the plot line. The final barrier between Mickey and the next level is a broken gate. The gate is missing two gears, which it needs in order to operate. Mickey must find the gears if he hopes to continue with his quest. The second gear is just beyond the first one.
Round neck pillows can help support the neck and lower back, depending on where the pillow is positioned. These smaller pillows can also add an attractive accent to a set of pillows. Because of their small size you can use a more expensive fabric and fancy trim to dress up the pillow, making it even more special. Making this type of pillow is not difficult and you can easily remove the cover for laundry.
Insoles in shoes serve several different purposes. Certain types of insoles provide necessary support for those with arch problems, while other insoles are designed simply to make the shoe you wear more comfortable. Insoles also help protect the shoe itself. When the foot wears on the insole instead of on the inside of the shoe itself, it helps extend the life of the shoes.
Your knitting pattern will likely include sizing information for the piece of clothing, such as the bust, sleeve and neck sizes. However, patterns don't always tell you how to measure these sizes on a person. While it may seem straightforward, taking these measurements is more complex than if may first appear. For example, to measure the back of the neck for a knitted sweater, you don't measure the entire neck, but use a proportion of a different body length measurement.
Safe posture while lifting heavy objects means the difference between a stress-free move and a painful injury. Proper methods prevent injuries to muscles, joints and ligaments, while making lifting easier and more efficient. While learning the safest postures may take some practice, it is worth the effort to employ these safety techniques.
Give your neck a bit of relief with a heated neck pillow. Make your own neck pillow by reusing materials for a cost-effective alternative to the high-priced versions found in stores. Customize your neck pillow using any essential oil that stimulates or calms your senses. Fashion neck pillows for gifts featuring socks with printed designs, such as pumpkins for Halloween or balloons for birthdays. If you give this pillow as a gift, include a tag with the heating instructions for the fortunate recipient.
In medicine, the term “lumen” refers to the hollow interior of a blood vessel. The narrowing of these vessels is due to plaque buildup. In the case of the coronary arteries that supply oxygen and blood to the heart, this narrowing of the vessels is called coronary heart disease and is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States. Some risk factors for CHD, including gender, age and genetics, cannot be changed. However, many risk factors can, such as high blood pressure and cholesterol, drug abuse, smoking, lack of exercise and obesity. Treatment for CHD involves increasing the…
While freezers seem at first glance to be straightforward, several problems are possible due to a complicated system of evaporator coils and a defrost system that includes a heater, thermostat and timer, as well as temperature controls, fans and vents. One such issue is freezing on the back wall of the freezer. Since freezers should cool or freeze the items inside the compartment but not the compartment itself, this sort of problem should be checked into promptly, as repair might be needed.
Foam pillows are often used as an alternative to feather pillows for people who are allergic to feathers or who have neck and back problems. The foam material the pillows are made of cannot cause bacterial issues by themselves because they are an inorganic material. However, the way that they are washed and cared for can cause a bacteria build-up, especially if they come into contact with moisture of any kind.
Foam pillows are typically made from memory foam or some similar material that is designed to provide greater support and a more comfortable sleeping experience. These pillows typically come out of the box in a vibrant color -- usually white or blue or some similar primary color -- but over time may fade or become discolored due to a variety of factors.
Memory foam is a sturdy and comfortable material that is often used in the construction of pillows and mattresses. You can wash and dry a memory foam pillow with minimal difficulty. Due to memory foam's structural components, drying a memory foam pillow must be done with extreme caution. Proper maintenance will lengthen the life of the pillow.
The Yorkshire terrier falls in the category of toy breed dogs. As is the case of other small dog breeds, the Yorkshire terrier is also prone to several health disorders, each having its own specific symptoms. The symptom of frequent swallowing is a fairly common health issue among these dogs; a sign that could be indicative of many underlying health problems.
Using a computer's mouse may lead to pain in your wrist, forearm, elbow and even back, causing you discomfort even when you are not sitting at the computer. How you position and use your mouse may lead to muscle spasms, which you may correct by changing your habits or using an alternative device.
Buckwheat is a biodegradable, natural product which you can use as a substitute for rice or beans as a filler for pillow crafts. Buckwheat filling typically comes as the hard outer shell of the buckwheat kernel, which is called the hull, or the inner seed, which is called the groat. Buckwheat filling is readily available at major retailers, health food stores and online vendors. Buckwheat pillow craft patterns can easily be modified to create standard, neck and eye pillows as well as hand warmers.
A sensory examination is a medical assessment that evaluates your nerves, brain and spinal cord. Sensations are applied to various areas of your body that elicit a reaction along your nerve endings. This reaction travels to your brain and spinal cord, known as your central nervous system. A normal reaction allows your brain to know the origin of the sensations, while your eyes are closed. When a sensation does not elicit a normal reaction, your doctor is able to determine where your sensory deficit occurs and which nerves are abnormal. Although assessment techniques vary, there are five common sensory responses…
In "The Legend of Spyro: The Eternal Night," players control a young dragon capable of flying and breathing fire. One challenge the game presents is having to face and defeat two giant, scorpion-like creatures called Blundertails. These monsters have not stingers, but cannons at the ends of their tails, and are immune to most default attacks. Often, when a player attacks one, the other Blundertail will overwhelm the player from behind. Defeating two Blundertails at once requires patient and careful strategy.
Lumbar support is essential to preserving the health of your back and body. The lumbar region -- the lower third of the spine -- is under constant pressure due to daily bending, twisting and lifting. In fact, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians, nine out of 10 adults suffer from some form of lumbar back pain. Crafting your own lumbar support belt is one solution. The belt compresses the lower area of the spine, bracing it for all physical activity. With a few standard items, you'll be on your way to lumbar pain relief in no time.
Poor posture comes from poor spinal column alignment. To change the alignment, you must improve your posture. Realigning your vertebrae involves consciously exercising the surrounding muscles -- legs, buttocks and abdominals. You might not always be conscious of your poor posture, so changing it might be difficult. Using sneakers or shoes that specifically target your posture helps you improve your alignment simply by walking in them even when you're busy doing something else. Many shoes -- four of which are described below -- are marketed as providing health and relaxation benefits related to posture.
When you work long hours behind a desk and spend all day on a computer, you may develop physical problems unless you can maintain a proper computer sitting position. Knowing the correct position can reduce the risk of long-term neck and back pain. Setting up the proper workstation and taking frequent breaks throughout the day will also help reduce stress on your body.
The nervous system is a highly adaptive organ. Even within a single lifetime, the ability to respond to changes in the environment is paramount to an organism's fitness. Adaptations occur on the molecular level on a regular basis; changes in the patterns of gene expression in response to environmental circumstance are the bread and butter of cellular biology. Denervation is the loss of motor innervation that controls the muscle activity; the skeletal muscle is no longer controlled by the central nervous system. The changes experienced by nerve and muscle cells resulting in denervation supersensitivity occur on the molecular level --…
Computers are a necessity in today's world for work and leisure. As more people spend long hours in front of the computer, certain health problems have become widespread. Awkward postures while sitting, using the mouse for extended hours and constant use of the keyboard can cause hand, arm, shoulder, neck and back problems. People who spend long hours working on computers can benefit from a suitable desk and chair and using proper posture to reduce the risk of injuries to various parts of the body, such as the back and shoulders, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
The lumbar spine consists of five vertebrae, with spinal nerves exiting each side. Between each vertebra is a disk that prevents the bones from rubbing on each other. Spinal nerves can become compressed with arthritic changes or by disks that have slipped into the nerve space. Symptoms of nerve compression include back pain, pain down the leg on the side of the compression, numbness or tingling and weakness in the leg muscles. Lumbar traction uses pneumatic pressure to length the spine and relieve pressure on the nerves.
Lumbar traction stretches the lower back in an attempt to increase patient mobility and alleviate pain. Mechanical traction employs halters, harnesses and hand grips to support stability on motorized split-traction tables. As traction tables are extended, spinal vertebrae slowly pull apart and disc positions readjust. On the whole, mechanical traction tables apply motorized pulling to many of the same techniques that are strenuous for physical therapists and osteopathic clinicians when done manually.
The human spine is capable of moving in several directions -- forward flexion, backward extension, right and left rotation and right and left side bending. There are situations when certain motions should be limited to decrease pressure on the spinal nerves that exit each side of the vertebrae. Avoid side bending after spinal surgery, with degenerative disk disease and during lifting activities to reduce chance of injury.
