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How to Relieve Hand Pain From Computer Work

Computer work can be a real pain in the hand. If you frequently use computers, you are probably prone to painful wrists and hands. In some cases, it develops into a full-blown medical condition, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or de Quervain’s tendonitis, which may require medical treatment. You can relieve your hand pain from computer work using a variety of home cures. In approaching the problem from many different angles, you’ll start to see a marked difference in your pain level.

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How to Relieve Sciatic Nerve Pain During Pregnancy

A common problem during pregnancy, according to the Women’s Health Care Topics website, is sciatic nerve pain. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body. The nerve is located from your lower back to your legs and feet. Problematic symptoms include tingly feelings in your legs, pain running down the back or side of your leg and numbness. Because the nerve runs under your uterus, pregnancy often exacerbates the problem as the baby grows and presses against it. You can take several measures to help you alleviate the pain.

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Beat that Cold with Hot Turmeric Milk

In Ayurveda turmeric milk is used for coughs and colds. It is thought black pepper aids in the absorption of turmeric’s healing properties. Turmeric itself helps stop inflammation in the body and is used to help relieve swelling and pain. Turmeric is thought of as ‘natural aspirin’ in Ayurvedic medicine. Ginger is used to help…

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Pregnancy and Sinus Pain

According to Lisa Rodriguez, R.N., contributing writer for the Dr. Spock website, sinus pain and infection are common pregnancy ailments. The hormones responsible for vaginal swelling also cause the lining of nasal passages and sinus cavities to swell, a condition called sinusitis. Increased swelling prevents nasal passages from draining properly, and this back-up of fluid can lead to an overgrowth of bacteria. The result is a painful sinus infection.