Article Directory :: Authors :: B :: Jon Bjarnason Articles

Articles by Jon Bjarnason

• The Right Pillow For The Right Night's Sleep
  Many studies tend to focus on the amount of hours that a person sleeps. As good night's sleep is not just about quantity; it is about quality as well. Experts believe that if you are not getting a good night's sleep there are ways to help improve your quality of sleep. By establishing a sensible routine and avoiding certain behaviors around bedtime may be the key to getting a good quality night's sleep.
  Published 18Nov2011, viewed 60 times

• Surgery And Your Sciatica
  The study discussed here was conducted by the National Spine Center in Alberta Canada and published in October of 2010 in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics [1]. The 40 study participants all had sciatica lasting over 3 months which had not responded to treatment with pain medications, lifestyle modifications, physical therapy, massage therapy or acupuncture.
  Published 15Nov2011, viewed 100 times

• Correct Solutions For Your Back Pain
  Most of us will experience back pain at some point in our lives and about 90% of those people will heal on their own within a few weeks. When a patient presents to a doctor with back pain there are many different options the doctor has to treat the patient that are non-surgical. An exercise program and medication should be one of the first methods of pain management. Americans are spending about $86 billion a year to get relief from back pain.
  Published 25Oct2011, viewed 75 times

• Consumer Reports And Chiropractic Satisfaction Data
  At some point in time at least 80% of adult Americans will suffer from some type of back pain. When you begin experiencing back pain; you do not have to automatically assume that back surgery is your only option. There are other forms of therapy and treatment that should be checked into and utilized prior to even considering surgery.
  Published 18Oct2011, viewed 56 times

• Frequent Back Pain Causes
  Once you begin experiencing back pain; it is important to know what the cause of the back pain is in order to get the correct treatment to stop that pain. When you have pain that limits your daily activities for more than a week you should consult with a Chiropractor to find out what the cause of the pain is. Chiropractors know how to ask the risk questions and be able to determine what the underlying cause of the pain really is.
  Published 17Oct2011, viewed 58 times

• Proper Sitting Positions And Your Spine
  Have you ever thought about how much time you actually spend sitting in an average day? I bet you haven't. Office workers will spend anywhere from six to seven hours per day sitting. Then you have to add the time it takes to commute back and forth to work, eating lunch and dinner and possibly relaxing on the couch at the end of the day. On average, most people sit for a total of about ten hours per day.
  Published 11Oct2011, viewed 52 times

• Sciatica's True Origin
  The sciatica nerve is the biggest nerve in the body. It is also the widest and the longest nerve of the whole peripheral nervous system. It is composed of the nerves that exit the lower lumbar and sacral spine. The specifics nerve roots that constitute the sciatic nerve are L4, L5, S1, S2 and S3
  Published 31Oct2011, viewed 117 times

• You Can Do Something About Chronic Childhood Ear Infections
  Earaches are the most common reason for visits to the pediatrician's office. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a "watchful waiting" or "wait and see" approach to acute ear infections. Their reasoning is based on research published in the well-regarded Journal of the American Medical Association that demonstrated that children given an antibiotic had no difference in results from children who were not.
  Published 03Oct2011, viewed 67 times

• The Right Running Shoes For You
  Running is excellent cardiovascular exercise and is good for you in many ways. Your running shoes are tools that do two things for you: they enhance your performance, and they protect your feet from harm. Both casual and serious runners should choose shoes carefully. Here are some things you'll need to consider.
  Published 28Sep2011, viewed 70 times

• Chiropractic Care Has Many Benefits
  Chiropractic care, an alternative to traditional medicine, has helped thousands of people become pain-free or manage their pain. It may also be one of the best ways to save money and avoid invasive treatment such as surgery or strong drugs. Here are some of the proven ways chiropractic care can help you.
  Published 29Sep2011, viewed 59 times

• Step-Up Your Metabolism
  Your body burns calories every minute. The rate of "calories-oper-minute" is your metabolism, and it changes throughout the day. Your metabolism is highest after you exercise, and usually lowest when you're sleeping. You can't lose weight unless you burn up calories, so here are some simple changes you can make to the way you eat that will raise your metabolic rate throughout the day.
  Published 28Sep2011, viewed 41 times

• Allergies And Americans
  In America, about one out of four people suffer from some type of allergy. That's over 60 million! Moreover, many people have more than one type. Allergies are the third most common chronic disease in children, and the fifth highest chronic disease overall. They come in a variety of forms. Which one do you have and how might you get some help?
  Published 24Sep2011, viewed 49 times

• Get Adjusted to Improve Your Golf Game
  A good golf swing, even when done correctly, is likely to cause problems with your back. A good swing begins by creating tension in your back, which enables you to get good distance. The tension comes by coiling your back. That is, your hips stop and your shoulders continue to rotate. When you begin your downswing, you are uncoiling your spine. That's an awkward movement and it's no surprise many golfers develop lower back problems.
  Published 17Sep2011, viewed 64 times

• Choosing The Right Type Of Yoga
  More and more places are offering Yoga classes, and Yoga is becoming a more popular activity every day. It's easy to become confused with all the types of Yoga to choose from: Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and many more. Read on to learn more about what these types of Yoga are, and how they can help you.
  Published 17Sep2011, viewed 112 times

• Antioxidants and Your Well Being
  Antioxidants neutralize free radicals in your body. Excess free radicals are generated when you eat less healthy foods, drink alcohol, smoke or expose yourself to stress.
  Published 17Sep2011, viewed 53 times

• Back Pain
  When most people think of reasons for going to the Chiropractor they think of back pain and rightfully so. Back pain affects more than 80% of Americans sometime in their life. Back pain also accounts for more sick days than any other condition. Most likely at one time or another in your life you too will have back pain. But what causes it and how do we treat it?
  Published 11Sep2011, viewed 104 times

• How To Find A Great Chiropractor For You!
  Whether it's looking for a new chiropractor or dentist or other professionals, it can sometimes be challenging to find someone that fits your needs. Here are four qualities that you should look for in a great chiropractor.
  Published 11Sep2011, viewed 74 times

• Infantile Colic and Chiropractic
  If there is one thing that mothers know it is that babies cry. Whether it is because they are hungry, tired, or in pain there is a reason. Many mothers come to know intimately the cries of their child, the cause of the problem, and how to alleviate the problem. But what can be done when the child will not be consoled? What is wrong when none of the usual solutions work? The answer may be Colic.
  Published 09Sep2011, viewed 87 times

Free Report!
Ten Essential Secrets Of Article Marketing ... Grab Your Free
Copy Now:

Need Content?
Regular Top Quality Content for your Blog, Ezine or Website ...
Delivered Direct,
For Free!
Click For Details