Problem: Article: Regular treatments (perhaps monthly) from a chiropractor or osteopath is not only effective for spinal pain, but it may also keep you better aligned. Chiropractors use a type of physical manipulation called spinal adjustments, which attempts to realign or unjam the small facet joints of the spine. Spinal adjusting can't reverse a scoliosis, but it can be important for maintaining normal spinal curvatures especially following significant spinal trauma such as whiplash from a car accident. Adjustment of a spinal joint may result in a popping sound the same as when you "crack" your knuckles. The noise is caused by the change of pressure within the joint, which results in gas bubbles being released. There is usually minimal, if any, discomfort involved with spinal adjustments. Get a back, shoulder, and/or neck massage from someone qualified to do so. Massage reduces muscle tension, which may be helpful for spinal alignment if you have tight muscles surrounding or attached to your spinal column and pulling on it. Massage is also effective for reducing stress, which is often a factor in developing poor posture, especially of the upper body. Massage can squeeze lactic acid, toxins and compounds that cause inflammation out of muscles and other soft tissues and into your bloodstream, so always drinks lots of water in order to flush them out of your body. Some massage therapists practice reflexology, which is the stimulation of parts of the foot to improve health. Ask your therapist to stimulate the points that are related to spinal health. A physical therapist can show you specific and tailored stretches and strengthening exercises for your spine designed to keep your spine from deviating from being straight, and if need be, treat your spinal muscles with therapeutic treatments such as therapeutic ultrasound or electronic muscle stimulation. Exercises targeting the back extensors, neck flexors and pelvic muscles are crucial for good posture. Progressive resistance training with weights can halt or reverse bone loss in some cases, which can help with spinal health and alignment. If your muscles are sore following exercise or massage, then take an Epsom salt bath. The magnesium within the salt is great for relaxing tense muscles and dissolving pain. If you have osteoporosis or low bone density within your spine and fear fractures or deformity, then ask your doctor about medications that promote stronger bones, such as the numerous bisphosphonates that are on the market (Boniva, Reclast, Fosamax). Hormone-based medications that can help build bone density include raloxifene, calcitonin, and parathyroid hormone. Bisphosphonates can increase the risk of rare fractures and cause bone, joint or muscle pain. Teriparatide, a form of parathyroid hormone, increases the rate of bone formation and s the FIRST FDA approved drug for the treatment of osteoporosis and new bone formation. Surgery of the spine should be considered a last resort for most people who have spinal problems, but sometimes it's the first choice for a child whose scoliosis is rapidly deforming their spine. The operation for scoliosis is a spinal fusion essentially a "welding" process. The basic idea is to realign and fuse together the curved vertebrae so that they heal into a single, solid bone. All spinal fusions use a bone graft, which are small pieces of bone that are placed into the spaces between the vertebrae to be fused. The bones then grow together, similar to when a broken bone heals. Metal rods are typically used to hold the spine in place until fusion happens. The rods are attached to the spine by screws, hooks, and/or wires and then usually removed at a later time. Possible complications from surgery include infection, allergic reaction to anesthesia, nerve damage and chronic swelling / pain.
Summary: Get chiropractic adjustments. See a massage therapist. Seek out physiotherapy (Physical Therapy). Get a prescription for medication. Consider surgery.

Problem: Article: It's an app with a gray gear, usually found on the home screen. It will be grouped with your other apps, in the bottom half of the page. It will turn green. Now, Snapchat has access to all of your phone contacts.
Summary: Open your iPhone's Settings. Tap Snapchat. Slide the Contacts button to the "On" position.

Problem: Article: The journey method involves you mentally moving yourself through a location such as a house. Imagine a large house and assign each planet to a different room. Associate an image with each planet and give them a reason for being in a given room. Mentally visualize going through the rooms in the right order, visiting each planet along the way. The linking method of memorization involves taking the names of the planets and working them into a story that will help you remember the proper order. One such story is this: "Imagine the hot sun. What do you see coming out of the sun? A tube that contains MERCURY of course. Who gets covered by the Mercury as it falls? The goddess VENUS. What does Venus do to escape from the burning metal? She digs a hole and builds up a pile of EARTH. Who gets upset by the noise made by digging the hole? The little red faced man (MARS is known as the red planet) eating a MARS bar. When he throws the MARS bar, who does it hit? It hits JUPITER the king of the gods. What has Jupiter got on his T-shirt? The letters S, U and N which stand for SATURN, URANUS and NEPTUNE. Who is the little dog following the chap wearing the T-shirt? The little dog looks just like PLUTO." When you have to teach information to someone else, you need to know the information pretty well yourself. This can help you with memorization. If you can't get someone to help you, speak to yourself in a mirror as though you are teaching your reflection. See how well you perform by testing yourself as you study the planet names. Try to write down from memory all the planet names. See which ones you get right, which ones are wrong, and which you've forgotten altogether. After you study some more, test yourself again. Ask a friend or family member to help you study. Recite the names of the planets to them, and they can give you prompts in order to remember.
Summary: Use the journey method. Link the names together in a story. Teach the planet order to someone else. Give yourself a test. Have someone quiz you.

Problem: Article: Throughout your day, walk rather than ride or drive when you can. If you drive somewhere, park at the far end of the parking lot and walk to the building to get some extra steps in. For example, you could walk around the building when you're waiting for an appointment, rather than sitting in a waiting room flipping through a two-year-old magazine. Typically if you tell the receptionist you're going for a walk, they'll let you know about how long it will be. Getting at least 7 or 8 hours of sleep each night can help lower your stress levels and improve the functioning of your immune system. You'll also likely find that your productivity during the day will improve, since you'll think more clearly and find it easier to concentrate. While you sleep, your brain releases chemicals that affect your heart rate, blood pressure, metabolism, and digestion. Alcohol and caffeine can wreak havoc on any diet and exercise plan. They are also diuretics that can cause dehydration and other physical problems, particularly if you consume significant quantities on a regular basis. If you exercise regularly, eat well, and get plenty of sleep, you'll likely find that you don't need as much caffeine to get through the day. Sleep gives your body a chance to renew all systems and repair any damage done throughout the day. Too much screen time negatively affects both your physical and mental health. Try to go one day a week without turning on electronic devices or watching television. If you can't do it for a whole day, at least try to give yourself a few hours to unplug. You might also set aside 30 minutes to an hour each day to unplug. Put on some soft music and read a book or meditate.
Summary:
Find opportunities to walk. Get a good night's rest. Limit alcohol and caffeine. Unplug from time to time.