Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Quit smoking if you are a smoker. Maintain a healthy body weight. Change positions throughout the day. Wear the right shoes. Talk to your physician about bone and joint health.

Answer: Smoking has been shown to cause bone mass depletion. If you are a smoker, quit smoking right away to avoid losing any more bone mass as a result of your smoking. Smoking causes many other serious health problems as well. If you want to quit smoking, talk to your doctor about a smoking cessation program in your area. It is important to maintain a healthy body weight to keep your bones and joints healthy. If you are underweight, you are at a higher risk of bone loss. If you are overweight, you may be causing extra stress on your joints and you may even be at risk of developing osteoarthritis. If you are over or under your ideal body weight, talk to your doctor about how you can get to a healthy weight and maintain it. You may be avoiding too much extra movement due to joint pain, but having a sedentary job or simply not moving around enough during the day can cause joint pain or make it worse. If you usually sit for long periods of time, try to remember to get up and move around once every couple of hours. Some shoes put you at higher risk of having joint problems. High heels make it ten times more likely for women to experience joint pain. If you often wear high heels, try switching to a lower heel (less than 3 inches). Also, make sure your shoes are the right size and that they have good cushioning and arch support. If you have concerns about your bone and joint health, talk to your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor can perform tests to determine if your bone density is adequate or if you have low bone density. Ask about medications that might help to treat or prevent bone loss. Discuss surgical options if you have severe joint pain.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Ask your consultant about using diluted witch hazel to cleanse your scalp if it gets itchy. Wrap your Sisterlocks in a silk or satin scarf when you go to sleep. Avoid using heating styling tools on your Sisterlocks. Do not use products in your hair for at least 6 months. Ask your consultant about using a leave-in conditioner after 6 months if your hair is fuzzy. Get your locks tightened after 3 weeks initially, then every 3 months.

Answer: Some people have had success with this method, and others advise against it. If you are having a tough time adjusting to the Sisterlock wash cycle, fill up a small spray bottle with 10-15 drops of witch hazel. Then, fill the rest of the bottle full of water. Shake up the bottle gently to mix the products, and apply it directly to your scalp whenever it is itchy. For the first few weeks or months, expect your scalp to be rather itchy as it adjusts to the locks. Your scalp may have excess build-up since you are only washing it a few times a month. You do not have to wash out the witch hazel. You can also try a spritz of distilled or filtered water if your consultant advises against witch hazel. If your hair is short, simply place a silk or satin bonnet over your hair. Stretch the elastic over your head, and release it when all of your hair is over. If your hair is long, you can bundle and braid it, then wrap a silk scarf around your head. This protects your hair as you sleep, keeping it soft and preventing breakage. To wrap your hair in a scarf, place the scarf across the top of your head. Gather the ends of the scarf at the back of your head, and secure the scarf with 2 knots to keep it in place. Then, twist the ends several times so it does not come undone. Pull the end of the scarf across your forehead, and tuck it underneath the scarf near your eyebrow. You can also use a silk or satin pillowcase to avoid breakage and tangles. Sisterlocks will lose their tightly coiled shape if you use heating tools, such as a blow dryer or diffuser. Instead of using these tools to dry or style your hair, let your hair air-dry instead. After you've had your braids for 6 months, you can use low heat on your Sisterlocks. Set your curling or straightening iron on the lowest setting. If you use product in your hair before they are at least 6 months old, it can mess up the overall look and shape of your coils. Forego the products until your stylist tells you it is safe to use them. Depending on your hair type, they may advise you not to use any additional products. If they say it's safe to use products on your hair, use a dime-size amount of a natural olive oil or coconut oil conditioning lotion to smooth away any frizz or stray hairs. Pat the leave-in conditioner over your hair starting at the crown of your head and working toward the ends. Avoid using oils, waxes, and gels, as they will weigh down your hair. If you just got your Sisterlocks put in, you should book your retightening appointment with your stylist before you leave the first appointment. Typically, this is scheduled 3-4 weeks after your locks are completed. If you've had your locks for over 1 month, schedule a retightening appointment with your stylist every 3-4 months or as needed. During the retightening session, your consultant locks your new growth as well as re-tightens the rest of your locks. If your ends are loosening, they can tighten them at this time. As another option, you can learn to tighten your Sisterlocks yourself by taking a course to learn the technique. Ask your consultant about courses in your area or search online.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Cut 2 pieces of 2 by 4in (5.1 by 10.2cm) wood to connect the stands. Place the 2 pieces of wood you've just cut on either side of one upright. Glue and screw the wood into the uprights. Connect the loose end of the wood to the other upright.

Answer: Use a measuring tape or ruler to measure out and mark 2 17in (43cm) lengths of 2 by 4in (5.1 by 10.2cm). Use a hand or electric saw to cut the 2 pieces to length, keeping the cuts as straight as possible. Use a clamp to hold the wood perfectly still as you cut it. Make sure that the 2 pieces of wood are the same length. To make this easier, cut and measure 1 piece of wood to use as a guide when cutting the second length. Turn one of the stands towards your body, with the sides of the upright exposed. Place 1 piece of wood on either side of the upright, pressing it right into the corner between the upright and the base. Make sure the 2 pieces of wood sit flush against the side of the base and the bottom of the stand. Coat the side and end of both pieces of wood with a thin layer of wood glue and press them back into place. Use an electric drill to drill 2 3in (7.6cm) wood screws through each piece of wood and into the upright. Drill the 2 screws into the wood on a diagonal from each other. To make sure you don't hit 1 screw with another from the other side, use the opposite diagonal for the other side. Position the other stand so the upright is parallel with the upright on the other stand. Move the second stand into place between the 2 pieces of wood so that it is identical to the first stand. Use the same method as the first stand to glue and screw the base together. The upright should fit perfectly between the 2 pieces of wood. This should create a single seesaw base. The fulcrum with the seesaw board will sit between the 2 uprights.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Clean the area. Push the hook through. Cut the barb. Pull out the remainder of the hook. Stop the bleeding.

Answer:
Before attempting any removal, rinse the hook and the appendage with clean water to remove any debris from the hook and the wound area. Carefully push the hook through your finger, toe, etc. until it pushes through the other side. It hurts, but it's better than ripping it out the way it came. If the barb has not fully entered the skin, just pull the hook out carefully. It will hurt, but what do you expect? You have a fishhook in your hand. Take a pair of wire cutters and cut the barb off the hook. This will help you remove the hook without sustaining further damage to the affected area. This will hurt, but it is still way better than ripping the hook out. You want to minimize the amount of damage the hook does to your skin. If the wound is bleeding heavily, apply pressure to the wound until the bleeding slows down or stops. This may take several minutes to half an hour. If the bleeding has not slowed down in that period of time, you may need to seek medical assistance. If you have access to non-stick gauze or non-adherent bandage, apply them to the wound. These can help stop the bleeding without sticking.