Problem: Article: Do a little research about your local providers, including looking them up on the web. Check out their reviews, office ratings, and office website. Search for any news items related to the office. Call to ask them about their services. Ask if they take your health insurance. Tell them that you are having neck issues and want to have your neck realigned. Some suggest looking into an Egoscue practitioner. These professionals use exercises to let gravity realign your neck and back. Once you choose a provider who can offer the service you want, schedule your appointment. You may be able to do this over the phone or online. Ask if there is any paperwork you need to complete before your visit, and how early you should arrive. Tell the office that you want your neck realigned. You may need to go to a consultation first. The doctor will evaluate you and recommend a treatment plan comprised of multiple visits, as well as self-care you can practice at home. On the day of your appointment, wear a loose-fitting, two-piece outfit that you are comfortable in. You will be lying on a table and possibly shifting around, so keep that in mind. Bring any questions you have for the doctor. You may need more than one appointment in order for your treatment to be effective. Talk to the office about scheduling your remaining appointments before you leave so that you are following a proper treatment schedule. Starting the process but not finishing it could cause more harm than good. Bring your personal calendar or scheduler. Ask the doctor when they recommend you come back, and then follow their instructions. Mild side effects are normal for a few days after treatment. Call your doctor if they bother you or if they continue more than a few days. Possible side effects include: Pain in the treatment area. Fatigue. Headache. Your doctor may recommend additional steps to support your alignment procedure, and it's important that you follow their instructions. These steps could include: Exercise. Stretching. Massage. Weight Loss. Heat or Ice. Foam roller. Trigger point therapy. Electrical stimulation.
Summary: Research your local providers. Make an appointment. Attend your appointment. Schedule your remaining visits at the end of your first appointment. Expect side effects. Follow the doctor's instructions.

Problem: Article: A biological filter uses bacteria to remove organic waste that can accumulate in your pond. You could get an in-pond filter or an external filter. In-pond filters have a pump attached to a fountain that runs into the pond. While they are easy to setup and install, they are difficult to clean because you must remove the entire contraption from the pond. External filters are very easy to clean, but it can be difficult to get the right size and pump, since they are usually designed for pools, not ponds. While these bacteria occur naturally in ponds, they are not present in the quantities necessary to adequately filter all the toxins that occur in most ponds. Get a filter capable of filtering about twice the amount of water that our pond contains. For instance, if a filter says it can adequately filter 3,000 liters, you should use it only if your pond is around 1,500 liters or less. If you get a filter that matches your pond's volume exactly, it will struggle to keep the pond clean. Your filter should filter your entire pond in about two hours. Check the speed of the pump and compare it to your pond's volume to choose the right one. As barley straw decomposes, it releases a chemical that prevents algae from growing. One bale of barley straw treats 1,000 gallons of water. In other words, if your pond holds 100 gallons, you'd need only one-tenth of a bale. The best way to add the straw is to wrap a softball-sized portion of straw in mesh netting and toss the balled-up straw in the pond. Alternatively, you could add liquid barley straw. One tablespoon usually treats about 50 gallons. If you don't notice a change after about a week, add more gradually. Barley straw is readily available at most garden centers. Barley straw is safe for use in ponds with fish. You could add both floating plants and submerged plants to your pond. Both will keep algae at bay and keep your pond clean in a natural way. Add floating plants. Lilies and lotus reduce the total surface area of the pond that algae can thrive on, and absorb nutrients that algae would otherwise use to grow. Submerged plants like hornwort, parrot's feather, and anacharis add oxygen to the water, preventing algae. They can be kept below the water's surface by attaching them to a rock or putting them in a plant pot and adding weight until it sinks.
Summary: Use a biological filter. Add barley straw to your pond. Add plants to the pond.

Problem: Article: When employees feel like their managers care, they're often more willing to work harder and share responsibility in meeting the company's goals. An easy way to make employees feel cared for is to be kind to your employees. Make sure your employees' needs are being met and let them know that their efforts have not gone unnoticed. Listen to your employees when they have grievances or complaints. Being heard and seeing positive changes can make workers feel more motivated to help the company. Show an interest in your employees' work-life balance. Don't ask intrusive questions, but be understanding when employees need time off for doctors' appointments, family events, and other personal matters. Treat your employees the way you would want to be treated. Be kind without being weak and always offer guidance and support. If you want to keep your employees motivated, you'll need to know what level they're currently working at and what level they need to be at. You can do this by setting realistic, obtainable goals and offering support along the way. Ask employees how productive and efficient they see themselves, and offer to let them have input into how productivity is assessed. Factor in considerations like how much of a job is repetitive versus original/creative work. Include (but don't solely rely on) objective factors like the number of sales calls made, reports filed, or functions coded. Balance this with subjective factors like management ratings and employee satisfaction. Remember that employees are still part of a team. If one employee isn't performing up to par, look at how his or her coworkers are managing their end of the work to ensure that that employee isn't left hanging with extra projects. Good work should not go unrecognized. Every employee who meets his or her productivity goals should be rewarded in some way, as your company would not be able to function properly without those employees. Thank employees for their hard work and let them know that you value and appreciate their efforts. Personal incentives can do wonders to motivate employees. Consider offering small bonuses/commissions to highly-productive employees. Throw a pizza party or sundae buffet when employees meet their goals for the month. Hard-working employees need some down time to maintain productivity. Working constantly without interruption is draining and may lead to performance problems down the line. You can avoid this problem by allowing your employees to balance work time and down time. Allow for short breaks throughout the day, whether that means water cooler talk, a coffee break, or a short break to step outside for some fresh air. Breaks help improve productivity and boost morale. Make sure your employees have vacation options. A short vacation can do wonders for an employee's mindset and motivation. Reducing internet restrictions on social media and other websites can give your employees a much-needed break during the day. However, some managers feel that social media is too big of a distraction in the workplace and should be banned.
Summary:
Show an interest in your employees' wellbeing. Set goals for and measure employee productivity. Implement positive reinforcement for good work. Give your employees some down time.