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08/10/2024

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10/04/2024

I have had many CPR classes over the last 20+ years but was never told this…..
Have you ever thought about it ❤️
When you are alone and have a heart attack. What are you gonna do then ?
A really good post that can't be shared often enough:
1.
Take a 2 minute break and read this:
Let's say it's 5:25 pm and you're driving home after an unusually hard day's work.
2.
You are really tired and frustrated.
All of a sudden your chest pains. They are starting to radiate in the arm and jaw. It feels like being stabbed in the chest and heart. You're only a few miles away from the nearest hospital or home.
3.
Unfortunately you don't know if you can make it..
4.
Maybe you've taken CPR training, but the person running the course hasn't told you how to help yourself.
5.
How do you survive a heart attack when you're alone when it happens? A person who is feeling weak and whose heart is beating hard has only about 10 seconds before losing consciousness.
6.
But you can help yourself by coughing repeatedly and very strongly! Deep breaths before every cough. Coughing should be repeated every second until you arrive at the hospital or until your heart starts to beat normally.
7.
Deep breathing gives oxygen to your lungs and coughing movements boost the heart and blood circulation. Heart pressure also helps to restore a normal heartbeat. Here's how cardiac arrest victims can make it to the hospital for the right treatment
8.
Cardiologists say if someone gets this message and passes it on to 10 people, we can expect to save at least one life.
9. FOR WOMEN: You should know that women have additional and different symptoms. Rarely have crushing chest pain or pain in the arms. Often have indigestion and tightness across the back at the bra line plus sudden fatigue.
Instead of posting jokes, you're helping save lives by spreading this message.
❤️ COPY (hold your finger, click on the text and select copy, go to your own page and where you normally want to write, select finger again and paste

24/11/2022

Happy Thanksgiving to our peeps. We are thankful and Grateful for everyone of you 🦃🍽🍁🙂

08/02/2017

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HOW TO SHOVEL CORRECTLY
By Dr. David Slavin, Chiropractor
Winter is here! There is no getting around it. Unfortunately, along with “Old Man Winter” comes that dreaded four letter word - SNOW. Every year people get injured and sometimes even die from shoveling incorrectly or shoveling when they really shouldn’t be. Here are some guidelines to follow to prevent you from getting hurt or worse.
FIRST AND FOREMOST - Check with your doctor before you shovel. Shoveling places high stress on your heart, muscles, and joints. You need to be sure your body can handle it.
Shoveling is not an exercise you use to get into shape.
If you cannot shovel snow for any of the following reasons, find someone to help you BEFORE it snows.
DO NOT SHOVEL
If you have a health problem or are not in good shape.
If you do not feel well.
If you are over 45, smoke, sedentary, have high blood pressure, are overweight or have a heart condition.
If you have a history of back, neck, or muscle or joint problems.
IF YOU DECIDE TO SHOVEL
BEFORE YOU ACTUALLY SHOVEL:
Do not shovel after smoking or after eating a heavy meal. Avoid caffeine and ni****ne before shoveling.
Drink plenty of fluids before and during shoveling.
Shovel early and often. Begin when a light covering of snow is on the ground.
Use the right tool. Use an ergonomically designed shovel that feels comfortable for your height and strength. Plastic is lighter than metal, smaller blades means lighter loads.
Spray your shovel with Teflon to prevent the snow from sticking.
Dress warmly. Dress in layers. Don’t bundle up. Overheating puts extra strain on the heart.
Wear a hat to retain body heat. Wear a scarf over your nose and mouth. Wear gloves.
Warm up with gentle stretching exercises. Bend forward at the waist to loosen back muscles, move your arms in circles, and stretch your leg muscles slowly and gently.
DURING:
Work slowly, pace yourself. Shovel for five to seven minutes then rest for two to three minutes.
Don’t wait until you are tired or short of breath. If you start to fatigue, stop.
Take frequent breaks. Stretch during the breaks.
Peel layers of clothes off if you overheat.
Avoid overloading you shovel.
Look before you load. Watch out for large rocks, branches, ice patches, and uneven surfaces.
It is always best to push the snow.
First skim off the top layer and work your way down to the bottom.
If you must lift, do it correctly.
Keep one hand close to the base of the shovel.
Shovel by bending your legs at the knees. Let your legs do most of the work.
Lift with your legs; do not bend at the waist.
Do NOT throw snow over your shoulder or to the side. Pivot at your feet slowly.
As you lift, keep the shovel close to your body.
Don’t bear down. Breathe continuously and tighten your abdominal muscles.
Do NOT attempt to throw the snow any distance. Push the snow to a pile.
If using a snow blower, follow safety precautions completely. Never attempt to clear a clogged or stuck blade or auger before shutting off the power. Avoid wearing objects that can get caught in blades.
Dr. David Slavin is a Board Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner serving the Lindenhurst community for over 25 years.
His practice is located at 672 North Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst.
Feel free to call if you have any questions call: 631-956-BACK (2225).

06/01/2017

HOW TO SHOVEL CORRECTLY
By Dr. David Slavin
Winter is here! There is no getting around it. Unfortunately, along with “Old Man Winter” comes that dreaded four letter word - SNOW. Every year people get injured and sometimes even die from shoveling incorrectly or shoveling when they really shouldn’t be. Here are some guidelines to follow to prevent you from getting hurt or worse.
FIRST AND FOREMOST - Check with your doctor before you shovel. Shoveling places high stress on your heart, muscles, and joints. You need to be sure your body can handle it.
Shoveling is not an exercise you use to get into shape.
If you cannot shovel snow for any of the following reasons, find someone to help you BEFORE it snows.
DO NOT SHOVEL
If you have a health problem or are not in good shape.
If you do not feel well.
If you are over 45, smoke, sedentary, have high blood pressure, are overweight or have a heart condition.
If you have a history of back, neck, or muscle or joint problems.
IF YOU DECIDE TO SHOVEL
BEFORE YOU ACTUALLY SHOVEL:
Do not shovel after smoking or after eating a heavy meal. Avoid caffeine and ni****ne before shoveling.
Drink plenty of fluids before and during shoveling.
Shovel early and often. Begin when a light covering of snow is on the ground.
Use the right tool. Use an ergonomically designed shovel that feels comfortable for your height and strength. Plastic is lighter than metal, smaller blades means lighter loads.
Spray your shovel with Teflon to prevent the snow from sticking.
Dress warmly. Dress in layers. Don’t bundle up. Overheating puts extra strain on the heart.
Wear a hat to retain body heat. Wear a scarf over your nose and mouth. Wear gloves.
Warm up with gentle stretching exercises. Bend forward at the waist to loosen back muscles, move your arms in circles, and stretch your leg muscles slowly and gently.
DURING:
Work slowly, pace yourself. Shovel for five to seven minutes then rest for two to three minutes.
Don’t wait until you are tired or short of breath. If you start to fatigue, stop.
Take frequent breaks. Stretch during the breaks.
Peel layers of clothes off if you overheat.
Avoid overloading you shovel.
Look before you load. Watch out for large rocks, branches, ice patches, and uneven surfaces.
It is always best to push the snow.
First skim off the top layer and work your way down to the bottom.
If you must lift, do it correctly.
Keep one hand close to the base of the shovel.
Shovel by bending your legs at the knees. Let your legs do most of the work.
Lift with your legs; do not bend at the waist.
Do NOT throw snow over your shoulder or to the side. Pivot at your feet slowly.
As you lift, keep the shovel close to your body.
Don’t bear down. Breathe continuously and tighten your abdominal muscles.
Do NOT attempt to throw the snow any distance. Push the snow to a pile.
If using a snow blower, follow safety precautions completely. Never attempt to clear a clogged or stuck blade or auger before shutting off the power. Avoid wearing objects that can get caught in blades.
Dr. David Slavin is a Board Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner serving the Lindenhurst community for over 25 years.
His practice is located at 672 North Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst.
Feel free to call if you have any questions call: 631-956-BACK (2225).

24/12/2016

We all wish our friends, clients and patients the happiest and healthiest Holiday Season!!

26/05/2016

5 Benefits of Massage for Fibromyalgia Patients

By Jimmy Gialelis, L.M.T., B.C.T.M.B. May 11, 2016
neck and shoulder massage for fibromyalgia

National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day is May 12 each year—and a good reminder for massage therapists to consider how healthy touch can help the 5 million Americans estimated, by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMSD), to live with the pain and tenderness of fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia causes pain throughout the body, with tenderness in joints, as well as in muscles, tendons and other soft tissues. Although there is no cure for this painful syndrome, pain can be managed—and massage for fibromyalgia patients is one way to practice pain management.

This condition still remains a mystery to allopathic caregivers.

Fibromyalgia is seen in approximately 5 million Americans, according to the NIAMSD, and affects females more than males by a 9:1 ratio. Primary age range to acquire this condition is between 20 and 50 years old.

massage for fibromyalgia patients

The Fibromyalgia Patient
Particular characteristics and certain demographics of fibromyalgia sufferers were studied recently, within the context of a national health survey. Results from the 2012 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) conducted by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, released in late 2015, indicated that:

People with fibromyalgia had high levels of pain, non-pain symptoms, and psychological distress.
Their fibromyalgia-like symptoms were severe and continuous.
About 27 percent were diagnosed with fibromyalgia by a physician.
About 73 percent who were not diagnosed with fibromyalgia were told they had rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus or low-back pain.
They were more likely to have co-occurring major medical conditions, such as heart attack; hypertension; diabetes; depression or other mental illnesses; rheumatoid arthritis; or lupus.
They had relatively high levels of medical costs, Social Security disability and work disability.
Certain demographic factors and health behaviors were more highly associated with the presence of fibromyalgia, including: being female; residing in the Midwest; possessing an educational level lower than college; being divorced or separated; obesity; smoking; and being a U.S. citizen rather than a noncitizen. Fibromyalgia occurred about equally across all racial and ethnic groups, but was less common in Asians.
face down for massage

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
The main symptom of fibromyalgia is pain, which can range from mild to severe. Pain may be characterized as shooting, burning or a deep, unrelenting ache. Soft tissue around joints may develop tender points. Pain can improve during the daytime and worsen at night, although for some people the pain remains all day.

If one has had three months or more of widespread pain, with more than 10 tender-point areas, there is a good chance that she will be diagnosed with fibromyalgia.

Today, a newer method of diagnosing this condition is being adopted by physicians. This includes a 19-item checklist in which a patient indicates which body parts have felt painful in the prior week. Patterns are witnessed over time as the patient completes this checklist weekly.

Almost all fibromyalgia patients suffer from hallmark symptoms: unrefreshing sleep, fatigue and cognitive issues. Other common symptoms include headaches, anxiety and depression. Although symptoms can improve, fibromyalgia is a long-term disorder with pain and symptoms continuing years.

getting a massage

Massage for Fibromyalgia
There are many benefits of massage for fibromyalgia patients, and various types of massage, including myofascial release, Swedish and shiatsu have been indicated by research studies to help this clientele. Here are five of the benefits of massage for fibromyalgia patients:

The first will be relaxation to improve sleep. Sessions in the evening will benefit the patient to allow better quality of sleep at night, thereby helping the body repair and rejuvenate at night more effectively.
The second benefit is improved muscle tonicity. This benefit will aid lethargic muscles and help restore strength and vitality to your client’s body. Be sure to include more petrissage strokes to accomplish this goal.
A third benefit will be to improve mental clarity. A relaxing session can raise healthy awareness and relieve mental stress. This can improve the client’s cognitive issues.
Headache relief is the fourth benefit a fibromyalgia patient may receive. Improving blood flow to the brain can relieve the physical source of headache, while the relief received can further keep the person’s mind in a healthier space.
A fifth benefit is diminishing the effects of any anxiety or depression. These effects include hormonal fluctuations, interference with appetite and chronic fight-or-flight mode. Massage can restore homeostasis of the body, thereby diminishing these effects.

Although there is no cure for fibromyalgia, pain can be managed -- and massage for fibromyalgia patients is one way to practice pain management.

20/01/2016

HOW TO SHOVEL CORRECTLY
By Dr. David Slavin

Winter is here! There is no getting around it. Unfortunately, along with “Old Man Winter” comes that dreaded four letter word - SNOW. Every year people get injured and sometimes even die from shoveling incorrectly or shoveling when they really shouldn’t be. Here are some guidelines to follow to prevent you from getting hurt or worse.

FIRST AND FOREMOST - Check with your doctor before you shovel. Shoveling places high stress on your heart, muscles, and joints. You need to be sure your body can handle it.
Shoveling is not an exercise you use to get into shape.
If you cannot shovel snow for any of the following reasons, find someone to help you BEFORE it snows.

DO NOT SHOVEL

If you have a health problem or are not in good shape.
If you do not feel well.
If you are over 45, smoke, sedentary, have high blood pressure, are overweight or have a heart condition.
If you have a history of back, neck, or muscle or joint problems.

IF YOU DECIDE TO SHOVEL

BEFORE YOU ACTUALLY SHOVEL:
Do not shovel after smoking or after eating a heavy meal. Avoid caffeine and ni****ne before shoveling.
Drink plenty of fluids before and during shoveling.
Shovel early and often. Begin when a light covering of snow is on the ground.
Use the right tool. Use an ergonomically designed shovel that feels comfortable for your height and strength. Plastic is lighter than metal, smaller blades means lighter loads.
Spray your shovel with Teflon to prevent the snow from sticking.
Dress warmly. Dress in layers. Don’t bundle up. Overheating puts extra strain on the heart.
Wear a hat to retain body heat. Wear a scarf over your nose and mouth. Wear gloves.
Warm up with gentle stretching exercises. Bend forward at the waist to loosen back muscles, move your arms in circles, and stretch your leg muscles slowly and gently.

DURING:
Work slowly, pace yourself. Shovel for five to seven minutes then rest for two to three minutes.
Don’t wait until you are tired or short of breath. If you start to fatigue, stop.
Take frequent breaks. Stretch during the breaks.
Peel layers of clothes off if you overheat.
Avoid overloading you shovel.
Look before you load. Watch out for large rocks, branches, ice patches, and uneven surfaces.
It is always best to push the snow.
First skim off the top layer and work your way down to the bottom.
If you must lift, do it correctly.
Keep one hand close to the base of the shovel.
Shovel by bending your legs at the knees. Let your legs do most of the work.
Lift with your legs; do not bend at the waist.
Do NOT throw snow over your shoulder or to the side. Pivot at your feet slowly.
As you lift, keep the shovel close to your body.
Don’t bear down. Breathe continuously and tighten your abdominal muscles.
Do NOT attempt to throw the snow any distance. Push the snow to a pile.
If using a snow blower, follow safety precautions completely. Never attempt to clear a clogged or stuck blade or auger before shutting off the power. Avoid wearing objects that can get caught in blades.

Dr. David Slavin is a Board Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner serving the Lindenhurst community for over 25 years.

His practice is located at 672 North Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst.

Feel free to call if you have any questions call: 631-956-BACK (2225).

07/12/2015

https://www.facebook.com/shoulderhealth/posts/989616531061324

20/10/2015