The body responds to stress with muscle tension, which can cause pain or discomfort. In turn, tense muscles relay to the body that it's stressed, which keeps the stress–muscle-tension cycle going. Progressive muscle relaxation helps break this cycle by reducing muscle tension and general mental anxiety. Progressive...
Progressive relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) is a rare form of MS that causes steady damage to nerves when symptoms first appear and continues to cause progressive worsening. Relapses (disease flare-ups) occur, followed by full or partial recovery, but nerve damage continues and symptoms become increasingly disabling...
Prolactin is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland in both men and women. In women, it prepares breasts to produce milk (lactate). In men, prolactin's function is not well understood. In a lactating woman, more prolactin is produced when her breasts are emptied frequently, resulting in more milk production. Less...
A prolactin test measures the level of the hormone prolactin, which is made by the pituitary gland, in your blood. Pregnant women have high levels of prolactin, which helps make breast milk. During pregnancy, prolactin levels increase by 10 to 20 times. After the baby is born, prolactin stays high if you are...
With prolonged grief, you may have an intense feeling of longing for a person who has died. You may have trouble thinking about anything other than the person who died. These feelings may interfere with your ability to take care of your daily responsibilities. They last longer than is usual for others in your social...
Prolotherapy involves injecting a substance in or near the joint. The injection is intended to cause inflammation. The body responds to the inflammation by increasing blood flow to the area and stimulating repair in the area. This may reduce pain. Usually a person has a series of treatments. Prolotherapy injections...
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Promethazine is used to treat or prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anesthesia or surgery, certain types of allergic reactions, pain caused by surgery or childbirth, motion sickness, and to sedate patients before surgery or medical procedures. Promethazine injection is usually given when a person cannot take the...
Promethazine is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes. Promethazine also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid. Promethazine is not for use in treating...
Promethazine is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes. Promethazine also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid. Promethazine is not for use in treating...
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
This exercise strengthens the buttocks muscles, which support the back and help you lift with your legs. Lie flat on your stomach with your arms at your sides. Slowly tighten your buttocks muscles and hold the position (not your breath) for about 6 seconds. Relax slowly. Repeat 8 to 12 times. You may need to place...
Propafenone is a Class IC anti-arrhythmic that affects the way your heart beats. Propafenone is used in certain situations to prevent serious heart rhythm disorders. Propafenone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Propantheline is used as part of a treatment for a peptic ulcer. Propantheline may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Proparacaine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a numbing medicine used to prepare the eyes for an eye examination, surgery, or other procedure. Proparacaine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Place the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle where the teeth meet the gums. Press firmly, and gently rock the brush back and forth using small circular movements. Do not scrub.
Improper posture may put too much stress on your back and neck. The key to good back posture is to keep the right amount of curve in your lower back. A healthy back has three natural front-to-back curves that give the spine an "S" shape. Too much curve (swayback) or too little curve (flat back) can result in problems...
The best position for mouse and trackball use is with your wrist neutral. Your wrist should not bend to tilt your hand up or out to the side. The same idea will help when you do other activities that require you to use your fingers and hands in the same way over and over. As much as you can, keep your wrists neutral.
Follow these tips to avoid compressing the spinal discs or straining your lower back when you are lifting: Keep a wide base of support. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart, with one foot slightly ahead of the other (karate stance). Squat down, bending at the hips and knees only. If needed, put one knee to the floor...
Learn the right way to lift objects to protect your back.
Learn how to sit and lift correctly to keep your back healthy.
Slouching puts stress on your lower back. Slumping or slouching on its own may not cause low back pain. But after the back has been strained or injured, bad posture can make pain worse. When you sit, keep your shoulders back and down, chin back, belly in, and your lower back supported. Your spine should be in the...
Good sitting posture at your workstation means your shoulders are relaxed, your feet are flat on the floor, and you can sit up straight to do your work. Guidelines include: A chair that helps you keep your normal spinal curvature. A supportive chair: Is adjustable, so that you can set the height to rest your feet flat...
Diprivan is used to help you relax before and during general anesthesia for surgery or other medical procedures. Diprivan is used in people 16 years or older to sedate those who are under critical care and need a mechanical ventilator (breathing machine). Diprivan is not recommended for induction of anesthesia in...
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food
