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Just two weeks until we announce the winner of Round Nine of our Three-Minute Fiction contest here on WEEKENDS on ALL THINGS CONSIDERED, that's where we ask you to come up with an original piece of fiction that can be read in about three minutes. In this round, we received nearly 4,000 stories.
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SUSAN STAMBERG, BYLINE: Gentlemen, I don't mean to be impatient, especially as I'm eager for your vote. My attempt at a joke barely gets a smile. I was wondering if we can postpone this until the afternoon? I understand there are a few urgent matters which require my attention, particularly as I have just died.
STAMBERG: Sir, as you say, you have been shot. We cannot simply put you back into the presidency until we have confirmed that you are in fact fully who you were. Glitches have been known to occur. Remember President Morgan? That was awkward. It was: a full policy change following his would-be assassination.
Of course, everyone credited what they thought was his brush with death to a change of outlook, but myself and the guys in this room know it was a programming error, one that turned out to be beneficial in the end, but an error all the same. Someone put a one where they meant to put a zero, and he was a different person. And the world changed as a result.
STAMBERG: It's at this point that I start to wonder if it was accidental. Sure, the presidential cloning practice sees its fair share of conspiracy theories around the Oval Office water cooler, but now that I'm subject to it, I really begin to wonder: Am I who I was, and does it matter?
RAZ: That's our Susan Stamberg reading an excerpt from the story "Executive Copy" written by Cori Schattner of New York City. You can read more of "Executive Copy" and other favorites at our website, npr.org/threeminutefiction. And that's Three-Minute Fiction all spelled out, not spaces.
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Alan's Story: Coping With Change After a Heart Attack
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Alan is something of a miracle man. At the age of 32, he had a massive heart attack. But more than 40 years, 4 bypass surgeries, 30 angioplasties, and a combined pacemaker/defibrillator later, he's still thriving. He learned how to cope with heart disease the hard way.
Alan had always been healthy and athletic. Except for the occasional cold, he was never sick. So the heart attack came as a shock.
But he was a smoker. And when he had his first bypass surgery a few years later, Alan learned that he was born with very small heart arteries. The combination proved too much for his heart to take.
"At some point in my life, I was going to have a heart attack. Smoking just sped it up," says Alan, 73. "It happened while I was playing basketball with some guys from work. I started getting pains in my chest. The next thing I knew, I was on the floor."
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After the heart attack, Alan quit smoking immediately. He didn't have much choice. At that time, treatment for a heart attack was total bed rest for 3 weeks.
"That's how they thought the heart would heal in those days—with complete rest, no excitement. Now we know that if you can get up, get up. You have to move around at least a little."
During those weeks in the hospital and the months of recovery that followed, Alan taught himself a lot about heart disease. He read everything on the topic that he could find.
"I learned how to take care of myself. Those lessons have stayed with me."
One of those lessons is the importance of a healthy diet. But putting what he knows into daily practice is an ongoing challenge. Alan leans on his wife, Cloris, for help.
"I've had to work at keeping my weight under control, and that has really helped my cholesterol," he says. "When you have heart disease, you learn to eat better for the rest of your life. And if you don't, you're asking for trouble."
Alan no longer drinks alcohol or eats red meat. His daily meals include fruit and vegetables. Fish is often on the menu at home. The portions are a little smaller than what he'd like. Since his diagnosis of type 2 diabetes a few years ago, he's also had to limit sweets.
"That's a tough one," he says.
Making these changes hasn't prevented the need for major surgeries and other procedures. But they have helped Alan stay active and enjoy life. "Heart care isn't a one-time fix. Exercise, eating, and medical care all have to work together," he says.
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As a lifelong athlete, Alan didn't need much coaching to add more exercise to his daily routine. For more than 30 years, he's been an enthusiastic member of a local walking program for people with heart problems.
"It's so easy for cardiac patients to put weight on," Alan says. "And it's so hard to get it off. You need to walk every day or the weight comes right back."
Alan credits Cloris with giving him the help he needs to stay focused on taking care of his heart. But he also relies on a network of friends and support groups. The two belong to the cardiac support group at their local hospital. Alan is also a member of the Ticker Kickers, a group of people who have pacemakers or implantable cardiac defibrillators.
"I couldn't do any of it without my support groups," he says. "The camaraderie of being together and working out together makes such a big difference. We take care of each other."
When newcomers join, Alan and other longtime members of the group share what they know. "We ask them about what they're going through, what medicines they're taking. And we share information about how to get along. It's great for them and for us."
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After 4 bypass surgeries and 30 angioplasties, Alan has lots of tips about how to work with doctors. He and Cloris track every aspect of his medical care. They keep a printed sheet in the car and bring a copy to every doctor visit. The sheet contains a list of every procedure performed and when, medicines he has taken, names of doctors, and drug allergies.
If you plan to have bypass surgery, ask for the most experienced surgeon, Alan advises. He also tells people to make the most of their office visits and ask a lot of questions.
"We bring a list of questions to every doctor visit," Cloris says. "You can't always remember everything you want to know."
Coping with change after a heart attack
Life wasn't easy after the heart attack. Unable to return to work, Alan sank into depression. Cloris, up until then a full-time homemaker, found a job to support the family, which included two young children.
"That was the most difficult adjustment for Alan," Cloris says. "All of a sudden I was thrown into the workforce, and we didn't have any choice."
"Psychologically, it was tough," Alan says. "But we got used to it. And we kept going."
Working with a counselor or chaplain can be a huge help for people with heart problems and for their families. What is often overlooked in cardiac care is the impact a major heart event can have on the person's family and loved ones.
"When you have a heart attack, you know you have to change your lifestyle," Cloris says. "There's depression. But with all the new medicines and surgeries and procedures, you have to remember that there is so much to hope for."
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Even though Alan stopped working, he has never stopped learning—or helping others learn—about how to cope with heart disease. What has kept him going all these years? A positive attitude.
"You've got to have a sense of humor. Don't take life so seriously," he says.
Staying positive and finding the humor in any situation is a message Alan shares with everyone he talks with about heart disease. He is well known around the local hospital, where he often visits with people scheduled for heart surgery.
At one such visit, a man asked him about the pain after bypass surgery. How bad would it be? How long would it last? "I told him, 'It only hurts when you breathe.' He just looked at me for a minute. And then we both started laughing, and we couldn't stop," Alan says. "Sometimes it just takes someone who can say, 'been there, done that.' A nurse or doctor can tell you what to expect, but they haven't been there."
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VAT is a tax that you pay as a consumer when you buy goods and services in the European Union (EU), including the United Kingdom. In the UK the standard rate for VAT is 20 per cent.
Disabled people don't have to pay VAT when they buy equipment that has been designed solely for disabled people, or on the adaptation of equipment so they can use it.
Also, VAT is not charged on certain services provided to disabled people, including some building work to adapt a disabled person's home and the hire of disability equipment like wheelchairs.
Goods and services on which you don't have to pay VAT are often referred to as 'zero-rated' or 'eligible for VAT relief'. In other words, the rate of VAT that is charged on them is zero.
The rules about VAT reliefs for disabled people are complex. Not everything that is supplied to disabled people is zero-rated for VAT.
VAT law states that you must be 'chronically sick or disabled' to qualify for VAT relief.
A person is 'chronically sick or disabled' if they:
A person with a temporary injury like a broken leg would not qualify, nor would a frail older person who was otherwise well and non-disabled.
A product or service must also be supplied for the 'personal or domestic use' of a chronically sick or disabled person to qualify for zero-rating. Things not covered by this include:
Some examples of products that are zero-rated for VAT are:
Services that are eligible for zero-rating include:
If you are a wheelchair or stretcher user, you should not have to pay VAT when you buy a motor vehicle that has been substantially and permanently adapted for your personal use. A wheelchair user is defined as anyone who has to use a wheelchair - powered or manual - in order to be mobile.
Any adaptation work that is done on an unadapted vehicle to make it suitable for a disabled person's condition, whether or not that person is a wheelchair user, is also eligible for zero-rating. However, there is no VAT relief on the purchase of an unadapted vehicle.
For more information, read the notice 'Motor vehicles for disabled people' on the HM Revenue & Customs website.
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Marc Yount's Tire Automotive carries a selection of Cooper tires for customers in Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas. We are committed to locating the right set of tires to match the individual driving needs of every customer.
Cooper Tire was started in 1914 in Akron, Ohio by two brothers-in-law, John F. Schaefer and Claude E. Hart. The in-laws began by founding a business called the M&M Manufacturing Company, which was focused on supplying tire patches, tire repair kits, and tire cement. The men purchased the Giant Tire & Rubber Company, a tire rebuilding business, the following year and moved it to Findlay, Ohio.
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Auto Locksmith Upton upon Severn
What Do Auto Locksmiths Do?
Locksmiths specialize in different types of vehicle security. In recent years, new cars have more sophisticated security systems, including keyless entry systems. These locks can be reprogrammed by an auto locksmith, who can use a VATS passcode detector to determine the code. Auto locksmiths also use various tools to keep vehicles safe from thieves. A broken or lost car key can be a frustrating experience. Even worse, it may break inside the lock, rendering your other keys useless.
Most drivers assume they will need to go to the dealership to get a replacement key. However, you may only need to go through a short process with new vehicle technology. Laser-cutting technology allows auto locksmiths to provide a complete solution for car key replacement. This new technology makes vehicle keys more secure and will not break in the ignition or keychain.
A licensed locksmith can perform a variety of tasks. A licensed locksmith can provide car lock repair or key replacement, as well as a range of other services, including lock rekeys and car key programming. Locksmiths in the UK are required to have proper licensing, and they also have state licenses and are licensed and insured to provide excellent services. If your vehicle is equipped with a transponder key, you will want a locksmith who is experienced in programming these devices. This will save you thousands of pounds. It will also allow you to start your car without having to worry about it. With transponder keys, you can even remotely roll down the windows and lock the car's front seat.
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An automotive locksmith in Upton upon Severn has many tools in their arsenal. One of these tools is the J tool. This tool can be used to unlock inner-panel doors, such as the ones on older cars. When used correctly, this tool can unlock doors without a key. Another tool, called an L tool, can unlock certain kinds of locks.
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If you're locked out of your car, you can call a slim jim auto locksmith to help you unlock the door. They have a unique tool that reaches inside your car's door and pulls on a wire to open the upright lock from the inside. This tool works on older models of vehicles that still have manual locks, and however, the tool won't work on newer cars with power locks.
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When misused, a slim jim can cause a lock to become inoperable. The tool also has the potential to damage your car's electrical system and side airbags, so it's crucial to seek a professional when you're locked out of your vehicle. When used correctly, the slim jim is an effective way to unlock a car's door. A slim jim is a simple tool that has several applications. The most common is to open a car door. However, it is crucial to remember that an inexperienced user may damage the door lock, causing it to become inoperable. To use the slim jim properly, first, consult the manufacturer's manual. It is important to note that automobiles have changed dramatically since the original slim jim was first introduced. However, the tool is still applicable to many vehicles today.
Reprogramming Transponder Chips
A transponder chip is a chip that unlocks a car's ignition wirelessly. When a transponder isn't programmed correctly, it can prevent the car from starting. An auto locksmith in Upton upon Severn will use the latest tools and software to fix this. These professionals are available round the clock and can resolve your problem promptly. In some cases, programming the chip is done without entering the car. Some transponder keys can be programmed outside the vehicle using a VIN code. However, there are times when mechanical key manipulation is required. In these cases, an auto locksmith can advise you on whether a secondary procedure is required and perform it. The process for programming transponder chips varies depending on the brand, model, and year of your car. Some require two operating keys, while others only need one. Thankfully, there are also multi-vehicle transponder programming devices that can make the process quick and easy.
If you've broken your car's transponder key, you'll need to get it programmed again. This process is also known as reprogramming transponder chip. Auto locksmiths are well-equipped to perform this service for you. They can also replace your transponder key and repair or replace it. A certified auto locksmith in Upton upon Severn can also program your car's transponder chip with a new key. Fortunately, carmakers have agreed on a set of programming protocols that auto locksmiths widely accept in Upton upon Severn. These locksmiths will come to your car and use special key-cutting equipment. This eliminates the need for a towing service. Additionally, these locksmiths have mobile service vans to work on your vehicle, which means they can come to your location.
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Coronary Artery Disease: Exercising for a Healthy Heart
When you have coronary artery disease, it is very important to exercise regularly. If you aren't already active, your doctor may want you to begin an exercise program. Ask your doctor about taking part in a cardiac rehab program. Rehab can help you be more active and make lifestyle changes that can lead to a stronger heart and better health.
Even if you can only do a small amount of exercise, it is better than not doing any exercise at all.
- Talk to your doctor before beginning an exercise program. Your doctor may do an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) and possibly an exercise stress test to assess how much activity your heart can safely handle.
- After you start exercising, stop your activity immediately if you experience angina symptoms (such as chest pain or pressure), feel faint or lightheaded, or become extremely out of breath.
- Start an exercise program, such as walking, cycling, or jogging. Try to do moderate activity on most, preferably all, days of the week. Aim for a goal to exercise for at least 2½ hours a week.
- Exercise can help lower the chance of a heart attack.
- A complete exercise program consists of aerobic exercise, strength training, and stretching.
- Set goals you can reach. If you expect too much, you are likely to become discouraged and stop exercising.
How can I get started on an exercise program?
Getting started
- Have a thorough physical exam before you begin any exercise program. Your doctor may do an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) to measure the electrical signals that control the rhythm of your heartbeat, and he or she may do an exercise stress test to assess what level of activity your heart can handle.
- Before your appointment, make a list of questions to discuss with your doctor. For some general questions, see the exercise planning sheet( What is a PDF document? ).
- Make an exercise plan together with your doctor. An exercise program usually consists of stretching, activities that increase your heart rate (aerobic exercise), and strength training (lifting light weights). Visit a library or bookstore for information on exercise programs. Join a health club, walking group, or YMCA. Many cities have senior centers that offer inexpensive exercise programs.
- Learn how to find the right intensity of exercise. To improve your aerobic power, you don't need to submit yourself to strenuous and uncomfortable exercise. In fact, an intensity of exercise called "conversational exercise" (where you can comfortably have a conversation while you are exercising) can be very beneficial.
- Start out slowly. Try parking farther away from the store or walk the mall before shopping. Over time, you will increase your ability to do more.
- Keep a record of your daily exercise. It is okay to skip a day occasionally or to cut back on your exercise if you are too tired or not feeling well.
How do I measure the intensity of my exercise?
Exercise intensity can be measured in many ways, for example as your:
- Rate of perceived exertion (RPE).
- Heart rate (HR).
Your doctor can tell you the correct rate of perceived exertion or how fast your pulse (target heart rate) should be when you exercise.
An easy way to check whether you are exercising enough, but not too much, is to note how hard you are breathing:
- If you can't talk and exercise at the same time, you are exercising too hard.
- If you can talk while you exercise, you are doing fine.
- If you can sing while you exercise, you may not be exercising hard enough.
How do I calculate my rating of perceived exertion (RPE)?
A rating of perceived exertion, or how hard you think your body is working, is a fairly accurate way to tell how much strain is put on your body during exercise.
Using a scale from 6 to 20, you choose a rating number to describe how difficult the activity feels based on how tired you are, how difficult it is to breathe, and how hard it is to do the activity.
It is important that you have a clear understanding of the perceived exhaustion levels associated with each number. A training intensity of 13 to 14 (or somewhat hard) would correspond to an exercise HR of approximately 70% HR max. It is important to use both physiological measurement such as HR and psychological monitoring such as RPE to get a clear and more accurate measurement of your overall intensity.
What is my target heart rate?
A target heart rate can guide you to how hard you should exercise so you can get the most aerobic benefit from your workout.
Your doctor can help you find out what your target heart rate is. Your target rate may be different from a person who does not have heart disease. This is especially true if you are taking medicine that affects your heart rate, such as beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, or digoxin.
You can use your target heart rate to know how hard to exercise to gain the most aerobic benefit from your workout. You can exercise within your target heart rate to either stay at or raise your aerobic fitness level. To raise your fitness level, you can work harder while exercising, to raise your heart rate toward the upper end of your target heart rate range. If you have not been exercising regularly, you may want to start at the lower end of your target heart rate range and gradually exercise harder.
Target heart rate is only a guide. Each person is different, so pay attention to how you feel, how hard you are breathing, how fast your heart is beating, and how much you feel the exertion in your muscles.
How often should I exercise?
How often you should exercise depends on several factors. Some exercise programs recommend exercising a minimum number of days a week. The American Heart Association and other groups suggest moderate activity for at least 2½ hours a week. One way to do this is to be active 30 minutes a day, at least 5 days a week. It's fine to be active in blocks of 10 minutes or more throughout your day and week. The best number of days for you may depend upon your time availability, your exercise intensity, the duration of each session, and of course, your overall goals. If you exercise at a lower intensity level, you may want to exercise more frequently. Studies have shown that no significant differences in aerobic capacity are found whether these are consecutive or alternate days. If you are trying to lose weight, talk to your doctor about how much exercise you need.
What about duration of exercise?
How long each exercise session lasts depends on the intensity of the exercise as well as your objectives. Of course, the higher your exercise intensity, the lower your exercise duration may be because of fatigue. You should gradually increase the duration of your exercise as your aerobic power increases. Try to exercise for at least 10 minutes at a time.
Drink plenty of water before, during, and after you are active. This is very important when it's hot out and when you do intense exercise.
How important is the mode of activity?
If you hold constant your exercise intensity, frequency, and duration, the mode (type) of activity you do can improve your aerobic power. You will get the most improvement from exercises that use the large muscle groups, such as walking, running, cycling, swimming, or rowing.
Which kind of exercise is best?
As long as you are exercising large muscle groups, choose an activity that you enjoy. For example, gardening and dancing can be excellent forms of aerobic exercise. Enjoying your mode of aerobic exercise will help you stick to your program, which will help you succeed. Achieving your aerobic goals, losing weight, increasing your energy, or developing a positive outlook will increase your enjoyment of the exercise.
Strength training is an important addition to your aerobic exercise program, because it strengthens and tones your muscles and increases the blood flow to your working muscles. Many daily activities and activities on the job require moving, lifting, or controlling a weight. Maintaining and improving your muscular strength and endurance will help you do these activities with less stress on your muscles. Increasing your strength will also increase your metabolism and energy level.
What type of strength-training exercises should I do?
The keys to a safe and effective strength-training program are function and balance. Function means that a muscle exercise should be directly related to its function. For example, the function of your bicep (muscle on the top front of your arm) is to bend your elbow by moving your lower arm towards your shoulder. An exercise to strengthen your bicep should therefore reflect the full range of this motion. Balance is achieved by strengthening complementary muscle groups (muscles that work opposite each other). For example, your bicep flexes your arm while your tricep (muscle on the top back of your arm) extends your arm; while your bicep contracts, your tricep lengthens.
A good program should also focus on the major muscle groups of your body, especially the muscle groups used in your daily life. Strength-training exercises are described in hundreds of magazines and fitness books and on television shows and websites.
If you are a beginner, choose exercises that contain simple motions, emphasize spinal stability, and focus on specific groups of muscles. Most advertised exercises are beneficial and safe if you keep control of the weight and use the proper technique throughout the exercise. Holding your breath while lifting puts extra strain on your heart, so always exhale when you are lifting any weight.
Working out with a partner is recommended to keep you safe during your strength training. A partner can make sure that you are lifting the appropriate amount of weight for each exercise and can check your form and technique.
What is resistance?
In strength training, resistance is the force that you are pulling against to work your muscles. A common type of resistance is weight. At your gym or fitness center, there are probably many different types of dumbbells and weight machines for you to use. But resistance for increasing muscle strength and endurance can come from other things besides weights and weight machines.
Your own body weight, elastic bands, and wall pulleys can provide effective and progressive strength training. Begin with a weight that you can easily carry through the required range of motion. You should only increase the resistance [gradually, or by5 lb (2.5 kg) to10 lb (4.5 kg)] when you can comfortably do the exercises and weights that you've been using for a few weeks.
If you have angina, heart failure, or other heart conditions, you may increase the number of times you do each exercise, but keep the resistance the same. Your movement should be slow and controlled at all times. If you feel that you cannot control the resistance, decrease the resistance or lower the weight. Avoid straining, and stop exercising if you feel symptoms such as dizziness, unusual shortness of breath, or any form of pain.
What are repetitions and sets?
Repetitions are the number of times you perform each exercise. For example, if you lift a dumbbell up and down once, that's 1 repetition (or rep). If you lift it 5 times, that's 5 reps. Sets are the number of times you do a certain number of repetitions. For example, if you lift the dumbbell 15 times, take a rest, and then lift it another 15 times, you have done two sets of 15 reps each.
The number of repetitions and sets you do depends on your strength-training goals. If you wanted big bulky muscles, you would do a few sets of a few reps with very heavy weights. But you may want muscular tone and endurance, which means a few sets of many repetitions with light or medium weights. A good place to start is with one set of 12 repetitions. You can gradually work up to 2 or 3 sets of 12 to 15 repetitions.
How can I stretch for flexibility?
Everyone can benefit from stretching exercises, regardless of age or flexibility. It is important for you to make stretching a part of your daily exercise routine. Stretching to increase flexibility should focus on the large muscle groups, and especially on the muscle groups that affect your posture and mobility.
Before beginning to stretch, warm up your muscles by walking or doing other gentle movement for a few minutes. You may injure your muscle or tendon if the muscle is cold and has not been used in a while. You should always stretch in a slow and controlled manner. Each stretching exercise should be repeated 3 to 5 times and held for 10 to 30 seconds each time. You should try to gradually increase your range of motion during each repeated exercise. A feeling of tension is normal, but do not hold a stretch that is painful.
General guidelines for stretching exercises
- Stretch before and after exercising.
- Stretch to a position of mild discomfort for 10 to 30 seconds for each stretch. Try each stretch 3 to 5 times.
- Control and hold without resistance.
- Be sure to stretch your lower back and your legs.
How can I include exercise in my daily routine?
Remember that even a little exercise is better than none at all. Here are some tips on building exercise into your daily routine:
- Get up 15 minutes early and stretch.
- Jog in place.
- Take a walk at lunchtime or after dinner. Use the stairs instead of the elevator.
- Walk to a coworker's office instead of calling or emailing.
- Get off the bus one or two stops early, and walk the rest of the way.
- Wash and wax your car by hand instead of driving through the car wash.
- When you go shopping, park farther away from the store.
- Take a brisk walk around the mall before you start shopping.
- Lift light arm weights while talking on the phone.
- Ride a bike.
- Wash the windows. Work in your garden or yard. Use a push mower instead of a riding mower.
- Walk the dog.
- Work out to an exercise video.
- Go dancing.
- Try to be active as a family, like playing tag or catch and taking active vacations.
How can I stay on my exercise program?
Staying on a regular exercise schedule requires discipline and motivation. At times, it may seem difficult to keep up with regular exercise and physical activity. But persistence pays off. There are specific steps you can take to make your exercise program more effective and also to help you stay with it:
- Try to make your exercise fun. Do activities you enjoy.
- Set realistic goals. If you expect too much, you are likely to become discouraged and stop exercising.
- Give yourself time. It can take months to get into the habit of exercising. After a few months, you may find that you are looking forward to it.
- Stay with it. It can be hard to stay with an exercise plan. Try exercising with a friend—it is much easier to continue an exercise program if you are exercising with someone else.
- Reward yourself. Build in rewards along the way that help you continue your program.
What measures should I take to stay healthy while exercising?
When starting an exercise program, keep the following precautions in mind:
- Pace yourself by alternating exercises. Rotate light workouts, such as short walks, with more strenuous exercises, such as low-impact aerobics or swimming.
- Avoid exercising outdoors in extreme temperatures or high humidity or poor air quality. When the weather is bad, try exercising indoors at a gym or walking at a mall.
- Avoid exercises that require or encourage holding your breath, such as push-ups, sit-ups, and isometric exercises. Also avoid heavy lifting.
- If you develop palpitations, angina symptoms, difficulty breathing, or dizziness or lightheadedness, stop exercising and rest. Call your doctor if these symptoms don't go away.
- Do not take hot or cold showers or sauna baths after exercising. Moderate temperatures are best—very hot or very cold temperatures can be dangerous.
- Ask your doctor about continuing your exercise program if your medicines change. New medicines can affect how you feel when you exercise.
- Take your pulse frequently or wear a heart rate monitor and keep your pulse within the parameters your doctor sets. Watch your pulse when walking up hills or stairs.
- Make sure you adjust your exercise program if it is interrupted for more than just a couple of days. Gradually increase to your regular activity level as tolerated.
Current as of: April 9, 2019
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Rakesh K. Pai, MD – Cardiology, Electrophysiology & Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica, MD – Family Medicine & Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine & E. Gregory Thompson, MD – Internal Medicine
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Medical Review:Rakesh K. Pai, MD – Cardiology, Electrophysiology & Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica, MD – Family Medicine & Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine & E. Gregory Thompson, MD – Internal Medicine
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You will first be asked to attend a consultation with your chiropractor in order to assess your condition. This will involve finding out more about your general health and lifestyle, as well as discussing your symptoms and undergoing a physical examination of your back. Using this information, it will then be possible for your chiropractor to recommend the best approach to treat your lower back pain.
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The hip joint is one of the largest weight-bearing joints in the body, formed by the thigh bone or femur and the acetabulum of the pelvis. It is a ball and socket joint with the head of the femur as the ball and the pelvic acetabulum forming the socket. The joint surface is covered by a smooth articular cartilage which acts as a cushion and enables smooth movements of the joint. A chondral injury refers to an injury of the articular cartilage, covering the joint.
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Microfracture surgery: This technique to treat chondral injuries involves stimulating the formation of new articular cartilage by drilling numerous tiny holes in the bone underneath the damaged cartilage. This results in the formation of blood clots within the damaged cartilage, which stimulates the growth of new cartilage known as fibrocartilage. Although, the fibrocartilage formed is different from the normal hyaline cartilage, it can provide significant improvement in the symptoms.
Autologous Cartilage Implantation (ACI): In this procedure the cartilage, harvested from the patient or a cadaver, is cultured and later implanted over the damaged area of the joint.
Matrix-induced Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation (MACI): This technique employs cultured chondrocytes (the cells which produce the cartilage) to repair the articular cartilage damage. These chondrocytes are inserted onto a layer of collagen which is then implanted over the damaged area of the joint.
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Following the surgery, your doctor will instruct you on the care of your incision, activities to be avoided and exercise programs to hasten recovery. Physical therapy will be recommended to restore strength and mobility to the hip joint. You may also be prescribed medications to relieve pain.
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- Hemarthrosis (bleeding inside the joint)
- Failure to relieve pain
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Think that freezing food kills E. coli and other nasty microbes? Think again.
That's the lesson from the new E. colioutbreak caused by frozen chicken quesadillas and other snacks that has sickened 24 people in 15 states.
Freezing does slow down the microbes that cause food to spoil, but it's pretty much useless for killing dangerous bugs.
"It actually does a pretty good job of preserving many of the pathogens and microbes that will cause problems later if thawed out," says Trevor Suslow, an extension research specialist at the University of California, Davis, who studies food safety.
The strain of E. coli -- shiga toxin-producing 0121 -- involved in the current outbreak hasn't been seen in frozen food before, but other pathogens have caused illness through frozen foods like pot pies, says Martin Wiedmann, a professor of food science at Cornell University. He is working with Rich Products Corporation of Buffalo, N.Y., producer of the foods involved in the outbreak, to figure out the source of the contamination.
A product recall first issued last week was expanded Thursday to include all food produced at the company's Waycross, Ga., plant. Its frozen snacks, cheesesteak sandwiches, and the like are sold nationwide.
Weidmann also wasn't surprised to hear that frozen food could harbor E. coli. "We store a lot of microbes in the lab," he says. "The easiest way is at minus 80 degrees."
But while freezing doesn't defeat pathogens, heat will.
Bacteria die if they're heated to 165F. Cooking instructions on frozen food packages are designed to deliver a temperature of 165F to the coldest part of the product, according to the Grocery Manufacturers Association.
The foods involved in this outbreak are all meant to be cooked, not just warmed up, before they're eaten. Snacky foods like mini pizza slices and cheese steaks implicated in the outbreak are often heated in microwaves, and microwave ovens are notorious for heating food unevenly. Thus the sometimes-intricate package instructions involving turning, stirring, and waiting.
The median age of the people who have fallen ill is 17. It's easy to imagine a scenario where a hungry teenager briefly nukes the pizza dippers and dives in. That's not to say that's what happened in this outbreak. "I don't mean by any stretch to imply that the consumer is at fault here," Wiedmann says.
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"With a frozen ready-to-cook food, I would always go with the stove, not the microwave," he says.
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