If you've injured your lower leg and have been trying -- unsuccessfully -- to use crutches, start looking at knee scooters or knee walkers. These are crutch alternatives that reduce a lot of the physical strain that comes with trying to use two relatively unstable sticks as walking aids. While many people do use crutches successfully, sometimes different factors can make the crutches quite difficult to deal with. Crutch alternatives like knee scooters provide an easier way to move, though there are some major considerations.
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Regular eye checkup appointments are crucial in ensuring that minor problems are quickly identified. Adults between the age of 20 and 30 should get an eye exam every 2 years. One of the most common ocular conditions diagnosed is known as the recurrent corneal erosion syndrome (RCES). The statistics involving the frequency of which RCES occurs has not yet been verified due to the fact that RCES is quite often misdiagnosed. This article will dive into what RCES is, how to identify the symptoms, and how to diagnose and treat the syndrome.
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Depression, while considered common in adults, also affects the elderly population but is much less discussed. This condition can be serious, and can increase the risk of cardiac diseases among the elderly, as well as increasing the risk that illnesses will cause death. If your loved one is suffering from depression, it is crucial to help them get medical treatment as soon as possible from a qualified senior mental health center.
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Have you noticed an itchy rash since you started using your tablet computer or smartphone? You might think it is just your imagination, but there are new allergies popping up associated with mobile phones and wearable devices. Allergy testing is showing some people are sensitive to the materials used to make these products. What type allergy do you have if your smartphone makes you itch and what can you do about it?
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