Abstracts » Sports and fitness

Feeling No Pain

Article Abstract:

Many people involved in physical activities experience recurring pain that persists as time goes by, most of which are diagnosed as overuse injuries. People tend to work through minor injuries when they should be resting and caring for the pain, and the small injury becomes a major injury that will need medical attention.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Pain, Pain management, Wounds and injuries, Exercise, Wound care

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Imperfect beauty

Article Abstract:

A 45-year-old psychologist and author recounts her various battles with weight loss and body image. She says her anxiety over being 50 lbs overweight has overshadowed her other accomplishments. She now wants to focus more on body acceptance and slow incremental changes than quick diets.

Psychological aspects, Women, Body image, Weight loss

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