September 2015 - St Mark James Training

Eczema, Salicylic Acid, and Skin Care Considerations in Canada

Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, commonly begins during childhood and can continue into adulthood. Many Canadians experience intermittent flare-ups throughout their lives. While not considered medically serious for most people, eczema can be uncomfortable, itchy, and disruptive — and cracked or open skin may become prone to infection. Among the skincare tools sometimes used to […]

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Managing Lip Eczema: Practical Options for Canadians

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that often begins during childhood. While there is no single confirmed cause, lip eczema is more common among people with allergies or asthma and can flare with irritants, dryness, or environmental triggers. Many Canadians experience eczema that comes and goes throughout the year, especially during dry

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Understanding Hives (Urticaria) and Common Canadian Triggers

Hives are raised, itchy patches or welts on the skin caused by fluid shifting into the upper layers of skin. They can appear suddenly, vary in size, resemble mosquito bites, and move or fade within hours. While often mild and temporary, hives can cause significant discomfort, especially if itch or swelling is pronounced. Identifying possible

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Tension Headaches and Caffeine: What Canadians Should Know

Tension headaches are one of the most common headache types experienced by Canadians. They are often described as a tight band or pressure sensation across the scalp, temples, or back of the head. While some people experience them only occasionally, others deal with recurrent or chronic symptoms that can be disruptive at school, home, or

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Understanding Sinus Headaches and Relief Options for Canadians

Sinus headaches can occur when the lining of the sinus passages becomes inflamed due to allergies, infection, or irritation. This inflammation can trap air and mucus, creating pressure that leads to facial pain, congestion, and headache discomfort. Sinus-related pain often begins behind or around the eyes and may radiate into the forehead or down into

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Headaches with nausea triggers and patterns

Headaches with Nausea: Possible Causes and Patterns

Headaches that occur together with nausea can have many possible triggers, ranging from common migraine patterns to infections or food sensitivities. Keeping a personal record of when symptoms happen — including foods eaten, sleep quality, stress, lighting, and medications — can help healthcare professionals identify patterns over time. Many Canadians will experience migraine or migraine-like

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Elbow Tendonitis (Tennis Elbow): Symptoms and Functional Impact

Elbow tendonitis — often called tennis elbow — involves irritation or overuse of the tendons that attach the forearm muscles to the elbow. Although commonly associated with sports like tennis or golf, many Canadians develop tendonitis from everyday tasks such as gardening, carpentry, repetitive computer work, or lifting. Adults between the ages of 30–50 tend

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Broken fibula causes and treatment options

Broken Fibula: Causes, Treatment Options, and Recovery

Fractures involving the lower leg can occur due to falls, sports injuries, repetitive overuse, or workplace trauma. The fibula is the slender bone on the outside of the lower leg. Although it is not a major weight-bearing bone like the tibia, a fibula fracture can still affect stability, walking, and ankle function. Treatment depends on

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Foot Stress Fractures: Healing, Activity Changes, and Recovery

A foot stress fracture is a small crack in a bone caused by repetitive loading rather than a single traumatic event. Even well-trained athletes can be sidelined by stress fractures if recovery time is skipped or the impact on the feet exceeds what bones can tolerate. Treatment depends on severity and whether surgical support is

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Using an Ankle Wrap: Circulation, Pain, and Support Considerations

Ankle wraps are commonly used after sprains or minor ankle injuries to provide compression, reduce swelling, and support movement during early recovery. Proper wrapping promotes circulation and comfort, while improper wrapping may restrict blood flow or increase discomfort. Knowing how to assess circulation and adjust compression helps many Canadians manage ankle sprains at home while

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