INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Cervical disc disease, also known as a slipped disc, tends to happen as dogs age. Typically discs "slip" in one of two ways: disc extrusion, in which the nucleus pulposus slips out from the center of a vertebra and causes damage to the spinal cord, or disc protrusion, in which the fibrous ring around vertebrae grow thicker, causing the spinal cord to painfully contract. Typical symptoms include: Neck pain/sensitivity Yelping or crying Rigidity of the neck Difficulty or inability to lower the head during feeding Difficulty walking Arched back Down-turned head Incontinence Paralysis A veterinarian is the only person who can diagnose cervical disc disease. He will probably take X-rays of the neck and spine to determine whether a disc extrusion or protrusion is the cause of your dog's pain. Unless your vet recommends surgery to correct the slipped disc, the best way to treat cervical disc disease is through supportive care. Keep walks relatively short. Use a harness on walks instead of locking the leash to your dog's collar, as a collar may put additional strain on your dog's neck. Administer any pain medication or muscle relaxants your vet prescribes for your dog.

SUMMARY: Identify the symptoms of cervical disc disease. Get a diagnosis. Give your dog supportive care.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Select from either Phone or Tablet as they have different swipe patterns for the default commands. If the blue light on the bottom of the button is out, the command is disabled. Tap the drop-down menu in the right of the app name and select user gestures. Here you can record your own gesture commands, which will override default gestures. Then you will configure what the gesture does, what area the gesture can be registered, and so forth. Done! Now your device has gesture control!

SUMMARY: Select the gesture group for your device. Turn off your undesired commands from the default commands list by tapping on the ON button. Set user gestures. Blacklist apps you don't want gesture controls to register.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: and stretch to prepare your body for a long run. If you don't properly stretch, you can pull a muscle, especially if you're trying to run a long distance. However, do not stretch without first warming up your muscles. Stretching cold muscles could actually cause an injury. Two hours before you go for a run, eat a large meal with lots of carbs. Eat a bunch of pasta, rice, or whole wheat bread to build up your glycogen stores so you can run without getting tired. Make sure you don't eat a large meal and run before you've had a chance to digest the food or you could get sick or get a cramp. Avoid simple carbs like sugar. Drink at least 16 fluid ounces (0.47L) of water 30 minutes before you go for a run. While you're running, drink as much water as you need to keep yourself hydrated so you can keep running. If you get dehydrated, you'll start to feel tired. If you're running in the heat, you will need to drink even more water to replace the water you lose in your sweat. Proper hydration is critical to prevent muscle cramps as well. Drink a cup of coffee or an energy drink before you run to give your body a jolt of caffeine that can help you run further without getting tired. The caffeine will also make you feel motivated to keep running. Be careful about consuming too much caffeine or you could raise your heart rate too high. As you run, your body temperature can rise by as much as 15 F (8.5 C), which can cause you to fatigue and force you to stop running. Avoid cotton clothing, which can get wet, hot, and sticky and can weigh you down. Use synthetic clothing designed for exercise. If you're running in colder temperatures, avoid running in a coat or sweatshirt. Your body will warm up not long after you start running. Running long distances can take a toll on your feet and legs, so invest in a pair of shoes that are designed for running long distances. If your feet are comfortable, they're less likely to cramp up and your legs will be able to go for longer with getting fatigued. Try on a few different pairs of shoes to find the most comfortable ones. Look for a shoe that is as close to running barefoot as possible.

SUMMARY: Warm up Load up on carbs before you run. Drink lots of water. Have some caffeine before you run to boost your energy. Wear breathable clothing so you won't overheat. Get a good pair of running shoes.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A lack of sleep can cause excess stress, which can affect blood pressure levels during your exam. Aim to get at least 8 to 9 hours of healthy, restful sleep the night before your exam. Try to do something to relax before bed, like taking a warm bath. Avoid electronic screens in the hours leading up to bedtime, as the blue light can stimulate brain activity that makes sleeping difficult. If you're having trouble sleeping for more than 20 minutes, get up and read a book until you begin to feel sleepy. While regular physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, exercising before your exam can actually lead to inaccurate cholesterol readings. Try to avoid working out within the 24 hours leading up to your exam. Avoiding food or caffeine in the morning of the exam can help. Your blood pressure and any other exams or blood work required can be negatively affected by food and stimulants. As stated, coffee can skew blood pressure readings so do not indulge in any caffeine intake until after exams are complete. Fasting at least four hours before blood tests can yield better results. Try to schedule an exam early in the morning and have a healthy meal the night before. Then, skip breakfast and go straight to your exam. If you're not eating or drinking coffee, producing a urine sample might prove difficult. Try having a glass of water before you leave for the exam. You'll likely end up needing to urinate around the time you arrive for the exam and a urine sample is usually requested early on.

SUMMARY:
Sleep well the night before. Do not exercise before the exam. Skip breakfast and coffee. Have a glass of water.