Search results matching tag 'legs'

Sore Feet, Ankles, and Calves Help!!

saygon1 — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 05:09:37 GMT

I'm new here and wanted to see if anyone can help me. I work out at sea, normally for 1 week but I can get held over for up to 6 weeks. I stand on my feet for 12 hr. a day just fore work. Sometimes I have a job where I walk, other times I stand, all on STEEL DECKS no cushion just hard surfaces. I have tried different shoes, Doctor Scholls blue stuff but my lower legs still hurt. I have been doing this for 9 years now and the pain is getting worst. My co-workers that have been working out here for longer have allot of problems with their knees. 1 co-worker that has been out here for 26 years had to have knee, and ankle surgery last year because of all the damage from the steel decks. Only now he was forced to take a medical retirement 1 yr. before he would have had a full retirement. I don't want to end up with crutches, or in a wheelchair. I know the first think would be to get another job, but here in Alaska to make more that just min. wage, you work out at sea, or in oil. My starting wage was $26.00 hr. can't get that on land, even in the oil fields. Any ideas?

Re: migraine help

xocai-Lady — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:33:07 GMT

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Re: Sores that won't heal

ijcollins — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:46:45 GMT

We human animals make a substance called trypsin, which is an important element in the working of our immune system. However, a research scientist at the University of Iceland, investigating why trawlermen's wounds were famously faster to heal than normal, found that the codfish naturally produces a much more effective form of trypsin than we do. Look for Penzim. It is antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory & antiviral and with it, combined with spiritual healing, I have had enormous success with clients with leg ulcers and all manner of skin conditions. Contact me for further info xxx Ingrid.

Night sweats accompanied by burning pain in legs

gistranch — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 20:11:50 GMT

Has anyone experienced or known someone that has experienced this problem? I sure would like to get some help with this. Menopause occurred for me at 53. I'm now 57 and for the last couple of years, I wake up several times every night. Just after I awaken, I get very hot and get these burning pains in my feet and lower legs. If I stand up, the pain subsides temporarily, but when I lay back down, the pain comes back. It goes away on its own after about 10 minutes. It occurs only at night and every time I wake up. I suspect its hormonal and related to menopause, but I've asked several doctors, and I just seem to get the deer-in-the-headlights look. Any ideas?

Deep Vein Thrombosis - Nattokinase

hmonson — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 11:39:25 GMT

There is something that can greatly lower one's risk of deep vein thrombosis on flights. Nattokinase, an enzyme of natto, which is made from fermented soybeans and is the base for miso soup, helps the body dissolve blood clots in veins, which is the cause (virtually the definition) of deep vein thrombosis. It acts very quickly, so taking a couple of capsules shortly before a flight can make a huge difference.

Nattokinase functions by destroying plasminogen activator inhibitor, a blood constituent that prevents clot dissolution. It can also be taken as a blood thinner, but without the risks of coumadin (warfarin) and other prescription drugs. In fact, rather than simply thinning the blood, it directly allows clots to be dissolved, so blood function is not otherwise harmed.

Knee trouble

enews — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 12:26:09 GMT

Knee problems a few years back meant this reader had to have a femoral osteotomy - a surgical procedure where the femur (thigh bone) is cut and the bone angled differently in an attempt to improve the mechanics of the leg. However, her knee is now causing her trouble again. She is considering having a knee replacement but wants to know if there are any alternative options. Can readers offer any advice?

According to John, the knee pain is a symptom of bones out of alignment. “Get them back into alignment and the knee joint will feel better,” he says. He recommends the following exercises:

1. A quadriceps stretch. Stand with you back to the kitchen bench. Put one of your toes on the bench and then lean back. Repeat with the other leg. (You'll probably notice the leg with the knee problem has the tightest quadriceps.)

2. Squats. Use small weights and stand with feet parallel. Bend down to a sitting position. Do four sets of 12 repetitions. (There will probably be a machine at the gym that facilitates this exercise.)

In addition, John recommends the book Pain Free by Pete Egoscue (Bantam, 2000). There are a number of useful exercises outlined in his book, he says. He also suggests taking glucosamine supplements and increasing your intake of omega-3 fatty acids.

Chiropractor Andrew agrees with these suggestions, but recommends that you have your knee assessed by an expert in biomechanics, such as a registered chiropractor. “I have personally saved many patients from the knife,” he says. “While surgery is sometimes necessary, it should be the last resort.”