Cruel To Be Kind? The Pros And Cons Of Acupressure Mats

A popular item on gag and variety shows, acupressure mats are those spiny, death-machine-looking items that are sold in sports equipment stores but seem like they would do your body much more harm than good. However, these mats also come with glowing testimonials and promises of increased health and wellness — so who should you listen to? If you're always up for a new product or two to really help your body out but are feeling a little bit squeamish about actually investing in (and using) an acupressure mat, then here is a list of the pros and cons of acupressure mats. [Read More]

FAQs About Liposuction

Sometimes working out at the gym and jogging on a daily basis isn't enough to completely get rid of body fat. The problem can be stressful to deal with when there are only a few extra pounds to lose before the ideal weight is achieved. After trying to drop the extra weight proves to be unsuccessful for a long time, sometimes getting medical assistance to remove the fat is worth taking into consideration. [Read More]

3 Tips To Prepare You And Your Child For Surgery

When you find out that your child is going to have to have surgery, your heart sinks. You are going to be anxious—probably more so than your child. However, your child is going to have fears of his or her own as well. One way to alleviate the anxiety of all involved is to educate and prepare yourself for what is going to happen. Here are a few tips to help get you through the process as smoothly as possible. [Read More]

How Do You Know If You're A Good Candidate For A Non-Surgical Face Lift?

Maybe your face looks a little older than you prefer, or perhaps you have some signs of aging like wrinkles and skin that's just a bit droopy. If you find yourself self-conscious about the appearance of your face, you have probably spent some time looking into the facelift options that are available. When it comes to facelifts, there are two primary options: surgical or non-surgical. Of course, the surgical facelift is a lot more intense and a little intimidating, but the non-surgical options are much more appealing to most patients. [Read More]