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Living With Type 2 Diabetes

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes five years ago, and I've had to make considerable changes to my lifestyle to maintain my health since I was diagnosed. I started this blog to share my experience of coming to terms with having type 2 diabetes and what I've learned on my personal journey. I share details of the lifestyle changes I've made, including giving up smoking and eating more wholefoods, and my personal experience of using alternative treatments, such as acupuncture and herbal medicine. I also post about new treatments that are becoming available for type 2 diabetes. I hope you find my blog useful and informative.

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    Understanding the Different Types of Injuries That Require Physiotherapy
    Injuries are an unfortunate part of life. They can range from mild to severe and can happen to anyone, regardless of age, gender or fitness level. When an injury occurs, proper treatment is necessary to ensure proper healing and minimise the risk of complications. In some cases, physiotherapy is recommended to aid in the recovery process. This blog post will explore the different types of injuries that may require physiotherapy and why.

    Can You Treat BPPV With Physiotherapy?
    BPPV, or benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, is a debilitating condition that can cause dizziness, light-headedness and nausea. It often occurs when the tiny calcium crystals in your inner ear become displaced, disrupting your balance. While medication is an option, many people wonder if physiotherapy can treat BPPV. But what exactly is BPPV, how can physiotherapy help and what exercises can you do at home to treat your symptoms? What Is BPPV?

    How a Physiotherapist Can Treat Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction
    Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) is a common complaint among pregnant women. Otherwise known as pelvic girdle pain, it's a pain that develops in your pelvis and worsens as your pregnancy progresses. Naturally, any pregnancy-related pain feels concerning and so you'll want to do what you can to resolve it. Here's how physiotherapy can help reduce your SPD. Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor SPD is more painful when your pelvic floor muscles struggle to support your growing organs.

    Body Neutrality for Wellness
    Wellness is a worthy goal. It's also a nebulous field that doesn't have just one definition or one approach. Traditional wellness strategies such as getting adequate sleep and easing up on sugary foods are very helpful, but you'll also find aspects of the wellness field that deal with emotional factors such as acceptance of your body. Body positivity is one such aspect, but it's come under fire lately for some distinct disadvantages.

    Why Have Surgery on a Herniated Disc?
    While some herniated discs fix themselves over time, some disc problems don't go away on their own. If you've had persistent problems, then your doctor might suggest that you have spine surgery to fix the disc. When is spine surgery an option and how does this procedure work? Why should you consider it? Why Might You Need Surgery on a Herniated Disc? A herniated disc is simply a disc that has slipped out of position and moved into your spinal area.

    Your Guide to Recovery From Prostate Cancer Surgery
    If your doctor has recommended that you have surgery to remove prostate cancer, you might feel anxious at the prospect of the surgery and the recovery period that follows. This guide can help to set your mind at rest by letting you know what to expect. In the Hospital Most men who have traditional prostate cancer surgery need to spend a night in hospital after the surgery. However, if you opt for laser prostate cancer surgery, you might be able to go home right away and sleep in your own bed.

    Planning to Travel Out of Australia? Why You Need to Have Your Yellow Fever Vaccination
    If you live in Australia and you plan to travel to the tropical or subtropical areas of South America or Africa, you'll need to receive your yellow fever vaccination before you travel. The same is true if you plan to travel to Australia from any of those regions. Once you've been vaccinated for yellow fever, you'll receive an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis. That certificate will allow you to travel to other countries, especially those that require the certification.

    Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Explained
    Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a serious condition that is characterised by enlargement of the prostate gland. As the urethra, which is the tube that transports urine from the bladder, runs through the prostate, an enlarged prostate can cause a urinary blockage by putting pressure on the urethra. This can damage the kidneys and bladder and cause significant pain when left untreated. Elderly males are more prone to developing BPH than those under the age of fifty, but the condition can affect men of any age.