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Older adults and endurance fitness

… activity is endurance fitness. This is any activity that uses your body’s large muscle groups and helps you have a … hard you’re working based on how you feel. If exercising causes you to breathe hard, take a day off after each exercise … can include brisk walking, gardening, yard work, housework, climbing stairs, golfing, swimming, yoga or Tai Chi …

Eye Problems and Blood in the Eye

… small blood vessels in the whites of the eyes break and cause a red spot or speck. This is called a subconjunctival hemorrhage. The blood vessels may break because of sneezing, coughing, vomiting, straining, or bending over, but sometimes there is no clear cause. The blood may look alarming, especially if the spot is …

Bottle-Feeding When Baby Doesnt Want to Stop

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Allen Test

… the ulnar artery. A procedure called the Allen test can be used to find out if blood flow to your hand is normal. This … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of …

Babies and Older Adults Have an Increased Risk of Cold Injury

… likely to have a cold injury, especially hypothermia , because: Their normal body temperature may decrease with age. … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of …

Avoiding Infections in the Hospital

Medical Tests Questions to Ask the Doctor

… Questions to Ask the Doctor On this page: Overview Overview Use this form for any tests your doctor recommends, such as … done without your permission, and you have the right to refuse a test. Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …

Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis

… root . This slipping is called spondylolisthesis . It can cause back or buttock pain and pain that runs from the lower back down one or both legs. It may cause numbness or weakness in one or both legs. Sometimes it causes no symptoms. Defects or fractures in the wing-shaped …

Moving From Sitting to Standing

… seat. Bring your feet in toward the chair. Then stand up. Use the arms of the chair to push yourself up while keeping … straight as you can. Slumping or slouching alone may not cause low back pain, but after the back has been strained or … and hips are in a straight line. If this posture causes pain, you may have another condition such as a problem …

Coping With Stress

… easy but nourishing meal. Smell: Finding comfort in scent. Use your favourite lotion, perfume, or cologne. Light a … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of …