Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim By Barbara Kate Repa for NOLO.com Find out how – and where – to file for workers’ comp. If you’ve been injured or become ill at work, you may need to file for workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation pays for medical care, rehabilitation, and some wage replacement if you have to miss…
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Living with chronic pain can be emotionally and physically exhausting, as your symptoms never seem to take time off. By now, you’ve likely tried all sorts of treatments—but you may not have considered these four little-known natural pain relievers: 1. Spur the release of your endorphins Endorphins are pain-inhibiting hormones that are naturally…
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When you’re recovering from a work injury, it is important to have a good relationship with your treating doctor. Your doctor will not only provide important medical treatment but will also refer you to specialists, set your work restrictions, and decide whether you have a permanent disability. If your treating doctor does not support…
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Diet & osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the cushion of cartilage between your joints breaks down and wears away. It can cause severe joint pain and swelling. Osteoarthritis (OA) is an inflammatory condition. Its symptoms can be aggravated by eating foods that contribute to inflammation in the body. Avoiding certain foods could…
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Here are six things you can do to treat your episodes of back pain — and help prevent your back pain in the first place!
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