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by Dr. Scott Van Dam | Mar 19, 2013 | Health Articles

So many choices, which one should I choose? Unfortunately we do not look for the proper support until we are in pain. Lumbar back support products are designed to help prevent neck and back pain, which can lead to pain in other parts of the body as well. Most importantly when choosing the support is ...
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by Dr. Scott Van Dam | Mar 14, 2013 | Health Articles

The vast majority of adults today have experienced some level of back pain during their life. Whether it was following strenuous activity or just lifting something awkwardly. Most often the pain will dissipate following a period of rest if it is purely a muscular type of pain. However, this is typically a far cry from ...
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by Dr. Scott Van Dam | Mar 12, 2013 | Health Articles

The fastest growing number one health problem in the world is obesity. Obesity is contributing to an increased risk of other diseases and putting a strain on national health budgets. Please find below some concerning facts and figures related to obesity:
About 17% of medical costs in the US are due to obesity and its related ...
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by Dr. Scott Van Dam | Mar 7, 2013 | Health Articles

How can I get the most nutrition from the vegetables I eat? There is a major difference in the nutrition of the vegetables you eat, depending on what form you eat them in. The freshest and least processed are generally the vegetables supplying the most nutrients.
Right after harvest the nutrients in any vegetable begin to ...
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by Dr. Scott Van Dam | Mar 5, 2013 | Health Articles

Pregnancy exerts a significant toll on the body, and muscle strains are commonly reported. With an average weight gain during pregnancy of 25 to 35 pounds, coupled with the internal shifting caused by a growing baby, it is no surprise that pregnant women may end up in severe discomfort. Figures reveal that around 50% of ...
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by Dr. Scott Van Dam | Feb 28, 2013 | Health Articles

What is Workplace Ergonomics?
Workplace ergonomics is the practice of designing or redesigning the area in which a person works to the specific needs and job requirements of that person. It follows that, for an ergonomic workplace to be created, a proper assessment of the environment must first of all take place so that appropriate changes ...
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