Question 1

why does epsom salts help strains?

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Magnesium content: Muscle aches and strains may be prolonged or made worse by electrolyte  imbalances. Magnesium is  an important micronutrient for muscle activity, including heart muscle. Epsom salt soaks are thought to improve access of the  tissues to magnesium.

Question 2

is it possible to strain your back?

Accepted Answer

Any Muscle Can Be: Any muscle can be strained and  mid/low back strains are very common. See your Doctor of Chiropractic who can provide spinal manipulation and rehabiliation which have been shown to be the 2 most important factors in dealing with spine conditions.

Question 3

are all strains of e. coli bad for you?

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No: The day after one is born, one acquires millions of e.Coli which will be in the colon until the day we die.  Unfortunately, some strains of e.Coli can give us bloating and diarrhea. Certain toxic strains can cause hemorrhagic bleeding. This is the current strain e.Coli 0157:h7 that is in europe right now.

Question 4

how common are repetitive strain injuries?

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Very common: Repetitive motion injuries often occur when people perform the same tasks repeatedly over years.

Question 5

how many different strains of pneumonia there are?

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8 major types, 100's: In only about 1/2 cases of pneumonia no organism is isolated. Although there are hunderds
of strains of pneumonia organims, most common are: 
streptococcus pneumoniae(50%), haemophilus influenzae (20%), chlamydophila pneumoniae (13%), 
mycoplasma pneumoniae(3%). Staphylococcus aureus, moraxella catarrhalis, legionella pneumophila and 
gram-negative bacilli.

Question 6

i would like help. ucl strain plus vulgus overload?

Accepted Answer

: I am thinking you mean MCL strain and valgus overload. The MCL ligament is on the inside of the knee. It can constantly be strained when there is valgus overload which is basically knocked knees. This knocked knee strain often increases as someone gets arthritis in their knee. If it is a problem that affects your daily activity, then long term likely a knee replacement would be the treatment.

Question 7

what can i do to address my repetitive strain injuries?

Accepted Answer

More info: What kind of injuries are you experiencing?  However, in general, repetitive muscle strain injuries are the result of either pushing yourself beyond your physiological limits or after a previous injury, not allowing sufficient recovery time before restarting activities or not following an appropriate recovery plan.  Talk to you doc . . . Maybe a pt can help.

Question 8

how can i strenghten the abs without straining the spine?

Accepted Answer

See below: This is a good question. It is definitely possible to strengthen the abs without straining the lower back. This usually involves learning how to contract the back and abdominal muscles at the same time. This takes some practice. You can work with a trainer, physical therapist or yoga therapist and they should be able to help you.

Question 9

can shoveling snow cause chest and back strains that last for 3 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Especially if you are not used to doing a lot of physical work. Take it easy with the shoveling. The snow is not going anywhere.

Question 10

what are certain types of straining/lifting that would cause epididymitis?

Accepted Answer

: Not aware of a causal relationship between straining//lifting and epididymitis. Lifting and straining can typically cause hernias and clarifying with your doc (who diagnose you) may help.

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