This is when a doctor does some pulling and tugging maneuvers to strategically re-align your shoulder joint. You will sometimes be given muscle relaxants first, and occasionally a sedative as well depending upon the severity of your pain. Once your shoulder joint is re-aligned, the pain you feel should significantly improve. After your shoulder has been re-aligned, it will need to be immobilized for the first part of the healing period (generally three to four weeks). This is usually accomplished using a sling. After initial immobilization, your physician will recommend a specific rehabilitation program for you as your shoulder begins to feel better. Following through with the rehabilitation plan is key for recovering full range of motion. It is especially important if you are an athlete and if returning to optimum sports performance is your goal. Your rehabilitation will likely involve doing specific exercises and stretches to strengthen your shoulder. Exercises that your doctor might suggest may include isometric exercises, which strengthen the muscles without moving the joint, internal and external rotations, and/or band exercises. Perform an internal rotation by attaching an exercise band to a sturdy point about waist-high. Hold the band in your hand, bending your elbow to 90 degrees and resting it against your side. Keep your elbow steady against your side and pull the band across your body. Lay your forearm flat against your stomach if possible (but only pull as far as is comfortable). Then slowly release. Try an isometric adduction. Place a small item, like a rolled up newspaper, between your injured arm and your torso. Squeeze the item and try to hold it in place for five seconds. Repeat five to ten times. Check with your doctor before performing any exercises to avoid further injury. Since a dislocated shoulder can be quite a painful injury, you will likely need pain medications as you recover. Depending upon the severity of your injury, your doctor may offer you prescription pain meds for the first few days. Alternatively, you can opt for over-the-counter pain meds such as Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and/or Ibuprofen (Advil), which may be sufficient to keep the pain under control. Another strategy to help with recovery after a shoulder dislocation is icing the area. Icing helps to diminish inflammation and it can also temporarily ease the pain. For severe and/or repeated shoulder dislocations, surgery may be used as a last resort treatment. The risks of surgery are higher, so it is generally reserved for exceptional cases.

Summary: Undergo shoulder reduction. Immobilize your shoulder. Exercise your shoulder. Take pain medications as needed. Ice your shoulder. Use surgery as a last resort.

You might think that tearing through all of your homework tasks from start to finish is the fastest way to do it. If you have a ton of homework, however, you'll probably get burnt out if you don't take a break every now and then. At least every two hours, take a 15 minute breather. To take a break, get up and move away from your workspace. Walk around a bit, and get a drink or snack. Moving around will recharge you mentally, physically, and spiritually, so you're ready to tackle the next part of your homework. If you start to feel discouraged by all the homework you have to do, take a minute and think about why you need to do it. After taking a break, take 1 minute and jot down all the reasons why you really need to do your homework. What are your big goals? How will doing your homework help you achieve them? For instance, you might write "I need to do this chemistry homework because I want a good average in the class. That will raise my GPA and help me stay eligible for the basketball team and get my diploma." Your goals might also look something like "I'm going to write this history paper because I want to get better as a writer. Knowing how to write well and make a good argument will help me when I'm trying to enter law school, and then down the road when I hope to become a successful attorney." There's no shame in thinking about a little reward to stay motivated and get through all of your homework. Tell yourself that as soon as you do your homework, you'll go for a walk to the park with your friends, or just relax with a movie for a while. You can also say something like "If I get through all of my homework today, I'll have more time tomorrow to go hang out with everyone."

Summary: Take a break now and then. Remind yourself of the big picture. Bribe yourself.

Typically, the back of the refrigerator is the coldest part, which will help preserve the flavor and texture of the caviar. Do not open the tin until you are ready to eat it, as this will decrease its shelf life. It is a good idea to only purchase the amount you expect to eat in a single sitting. However, if you do have leftover caviar, return it to the original tin, place a piece of plastic wrap over the top, and close the tin securely. Then, put the tin back into the refrigerator for 1-3 days to keep the taste fresh. To preserve the flavor, only use coated dishes and spoons when you're serving caviar. Avoid serving the caviar with a metal spoon or dish, as the delicacy will absorb the metal flavors. If you do not have one of these special spoons, grab a simple plastic or wooden spoon instead. You can purchase caviar spoons at your local department store in the kitchenware section or online with major retailers. Caviar is a delicate dish that should be kept chilled. This will help preserve the flavors and quality of the product. You could also rest the caviar bowl on an ice pack if you don't have any crushed ice on hand. To get the most from the experience, bring the caviar to your nose and inhale the aroma, then taste a small amount. Try not to chew the caviar or you might miss some of the more subtle flavors, as well as the unique texture. Instead, use your tongue to roll the eggs around in your mouth. Caviar is very rich, and it's meant to be tasted or served in small amounts. If you are eating it plain, aim for 1/2 tsp (2.67 g) of caviar per tasting. If you are including it in a meal or as an appetizer, use approximately 1-3 tsp (5.33-16 g) of caviar. Since caviar is a traditional Russian delicacy, it is often paired with vodka. The vodka complements the flavors of the caviar and cleanses your palate between tastings. If you'd prefer something a little lighter, though, caviar and champagne go together very nicely.
Summary: Store your tin of caviar in the back of the refrigerator. Use a bone, crystal, or mother of pearl spoon to handle the caviar. Keep the caviar chilled on crushed ice while you have it sitting out. Eat a small spoonful of plain caviar to experience the subtle flavor. Sip on a glass of chilled vodka or champagne to cleanse your palate.