Therapies & Treatments Articles

A Consumer Reports study found that more than half of Americans believe the drug prescriptions their doctors write is influenced by kickbacks their doctors receive.

The native American herb echinacea has been a favorite for fighting winter respiratory infections for hundreds of years. Used in teas, tinctures, and capsules, this prairie plant has true believers and fierce defenders. What about science?

When it comes to your fibromyalgia, supplements may have some limited benefits but standard medication is still the way to go. I will present common medications that are used for fibromyalgia and if they are things we should be actually be taking.

Most people expect antibiotics to cure infections right away, and often they do. However, it's extremely important to be patient, and to take all of the antibiotics you are prescribed.

Apple cider vinegar is, according to some people, a great home remedy for, well, almost anything. Vinegar does have some antimicrobial properties, so what can you use it for? How well does it kill bacteria and fungi?

There are many different types of medication available to treat this very common but rather serious condition, but in the past few years treatment options have changed.

The American Academy of Neurology warns doctors about the use of opioids or narcotics to manage chronic pain that is not due to cancer. Its policy statement offers guidelines on best practices regarding opioid doses, screening, and monitoring patients.

CBT is often used to assist those who suffer from mental disorders, behavior disorders, and those on the Autistic Spectrum. However, the underlying basis of CBT involves changing thinking to overcome medical issues.

A cough is one of the most common symptoms of childhood illness. Although it may sound unpleasant, it is not usually a sign of a grave condition. In fact, coughing is a healthy and important reflex that helps protect the airways in the throat and chest.

Many of you have probably experienced problems with hemorrhoids. Since the problem is so common, we must ask ourselves whether there is an effective treatment for it or not?