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Bicep Exercises for Home

Your biceps, more properly known as the biceps brachii, are responsible for flexing your arms at the elbow, supinating your forearms, and also help, albeit weakly, with shoulder flexion. The biceps also help stabilize the shoulder joint during some exercises….
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Chiropractic Massage Tools

Chiropractors are most well-known for their ability to manipulate and mobilize your spinal and extremity joints, but many chiropractors also perform soft-tissue work, including massage, to help relax your tight muscles and restore balance to your body. Your chiropractor may…
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Common Over-the-Counter NSAIDs

The first true medical pain reliever marketed in the United States was the narcotic analgesic morphine. It caused so many problems with the “soldiers’ disease,” now called addiction, following the American Civil War that other types of painkillers were sought….
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About Lisinopril & Kidney Function

Overview Lisinopril is a commonly prescribed angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Although it is routinely given to patients with high blood pressure, it is also given to kidney patients without hypertension as a preventive measure. Understanding the connection between lisinopril…
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