Signs of Heart Attack in Men v. Women

Signs of Heart Attack in Men v. Women

While many of us are familiar with the classic symptoms such as chest pain and shortness of breath, it’s vital to recognize that heart attacks can manifest differently between genders. For heart health month we have put together a table on the signs of heart attack in men and women. Gender Differences Men typically experience…

Tips For Improving Cardiovascular Health

Tips For Improving Cardiovascular Health

According to the Centers for Disease Control, for every 40 seconds, there is someone who suffers a heart attack.  Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. In CAD, the coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked from plaques which are formed with increased amount of fatty material and cholesterol. Plaque can…

January is Cervical Awareness Month

January is Cervical Awareness Month

At Body Harmony Physical Therapy, we specialize in pelvic health and orthopedic conditions. This month we are highlighting Cervical Cancer. Later this month we will publish blogs related to premature ejaculation in men and tips for male pelvic health. Cervical cancer remains a significant health concern, with around 14,000 new cases diagnosed annually in the…

Can Food Really Help With Stress Reduction?

Can Food Really Help With Stress Reduction?

The answer is absolutely. Food can help your body fight off stress and the inflammatory response it causes in your body. At Body Harmony Physical Therapy, we understand the intricate relationship between inflammation and stress. In this blog post, we’ll delve into how anti-inflammatories play a pivotal role in stress reduction and their significance in…

Physiological effects of stress and sleep deprivation

Physiological effects of stress and sleep deprivation

In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an all too common companion, often wreaking havoc on our sleep patterns. According to a National Sleep Foundation survey, 43 percent of people aged 13–64 have reported lying awake at night due to stress at least once in the past month. While stress is a natural response that…