Icing

Ulnocarpal Impaction Syndrome Ulnocarpal impaction syndrome is a condition in which tissue in the wrist (fibrocartilage) becomes damaged (impacted). This causes wrist pain on the side of the little finger (ulnar side). This often happens when one bone in the forearm (ulna) is longer than the other bone (radius). The ulna pushes against the wrist bones and pinches the fibrocartilage. If this condition is not treated, the fibrocartilage may eventually tear or wear away and become very painful.…

For Alaskan residents and business owners, snow removal is a fact of life. And while many would obviously prefer avoiding the chore, doing so can have a devastating impact on safety, travel, and commerce. Fortunately, help is available. Here are several benefits of hiring a professional snow removal service. 5 Reasons to Hire a Professional Snow Removal Service Health Shoveling snow can wreak havoc on your back. In fact, research shows the activity contributes to more than 11,5000 injuries and…

Agamemnon heads in the direction of the palace, his “choicest flower of abundant treasure” follows him. The treasure he brought back was Cassandra, the princess of Troy. Once Clytemnestra found out about Agamemnon’s’ concubine, it was metaphorically icing on the cake. Clytemnestra had already planned to kill Agamemnon, but this just fueled the…

position of the low-speed cue, the flight crew’s failure to obey sterile cockpit procedures, the captain’s failure to successfully manage the flight, and Colgan Air’s poor procedures for airspeed selection and management during approaches in snow and icing conditions (NTSB, 2010). Pilot fatigue is a major problem in the Aviation Industry. After…

Halloween treats are one of the best perks of October, especially for all of our little ghouls running around. Cooking for Halloween brings the opportunity to make scary and delicious concoctions that would otherwise horrify us. So why not take advantage of this annual occasion to challenge your creativity and whip up some scary-good treats that will leave a lasting impression? Let’s face it, Halloween is all about bringing a smile to our kids’ faces, and these five quick, yummy snacks are sure…

Kim Brooks, in her piece “Is It Time to Kill the Liberal Arts Degree?”, writes in depth about her struggles in finding a stable career after college. Her story is almost parallel to that of Rory Gilmore. Rory Gilmore is a character loved by all who have seen the TV show, Gilmore Girls. The show follows single mother, Lorelai, and her daughter Rory Gilmore. The story covers everything from first kisses, first loves, bullies, best friends, loss, triumph, and college acceptance. In the later…

tell you about a time I had an injury and how I overcame it. On February 7, 2015 during a basketball game I got shoved from a girl from the other team which caused my knee to twist creating my knee to pop and crack. I sat out for the rest of the game icing my knee. That same game my teammate hurt her shoulder and she went to the hospital too. After the game I…

cross country is when my running career came to a stop because of my shin hurting, at first I thought it was just shin splints because I had been running hard for the two weeks prior. Then the pain lasted for three weeks and during that time I was icing and doing all different exercises to strengthen my legs. My coach found out and decided to pull me from our first meet of that season and he made me ride the bike for that week, I was devastated because I was finally training…

In general, the best treatment for a foot contusion is resting, icing, applying pressure to (compression), and elevating the injured area. This is often called the RICE strategy. Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medicines may also be recommended for pain control. If your swelling or pain is severe, you may be given…

Listening Assignment 5: Late Baroque vs. Classical Every era in history has left their mark and in the process has affected many cultures and other time periods. The “Baroque” era, which began in the year 1600 and lasted an estimated 150 years, not only created new music, but a new artistic style that spread all across Europe. Through this new artistic style that spread like wild fire in this long span, a practice in continuo was also formed. Continuo is better known as parts accompanied…