Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common wrist issue. Irritation or damage inside the carpal tunnel in your wrist causes it when swelling presses on your median nerve. Symptoms include wrist pain, tingling, numbness and weakness. Treatments include wearing a splint, physical therapy or surgery. 🖐️

The windmill exercise is a full-body movement that can be done with a kettlebell, dumbbell or no weight at all. And when performed correctly, it can help strengthen your core, hips and shoulders.

An asthma action plan is a personalized document that spells out the nature of your asthma, the meds you need and the actions to take during an attack. It’s broken down into three stages, so it’s clear what steps to use based on your symptoms.

Laurie is among the first to receive a robotically-assisted aortic valve replacement through a neck incision. She recovered quickly, with minimal pain and no narcotics —back to painting just two weeks later. #WorldHeartDay More: cle.clinic/3KjRa03

Cheering for your favorite team can be a source of pride and give you a chance to get together with friends and family. It’s thrilling. It’s community-building. And … it’s stressful. ⚾🏀🏈⚽ If you feel symptoms of a potential heart attack, pause the game and seek immediate attention.

You know oregano as an herb commonly used in food — think Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. But while it can add a punch of flavor to dishes, it may also boost your health by reducing inflammation, fighting bacteria and taming stress. health.clevelandclinic.org/oregano-bene...

Balancing your chakras means figuring out how to foster the positive emotions associated with each one. To figure out what that might look like for you, pay attention to the parts of your life or personality that feel like they’re out of whack. 🧘‍♂️ health.clevelandclinic.org/chakras

Changing your daily routine may help improve your fertility, particularly if the cause seems to be related to lifestyle instead of a medical issue. It usually takes at least three months — the lifecycle of sperm — to see results. Here are a few things to try.

Zesty on the outside and sour on the inside, lemons typically don’t enjoy front-and-center status in the fruit bowl. But their nutrient content rivals any other fruit. 🍋 health.clevelandclinic.org/lemon-benefits

Stress is the natural reaction your body has when changes or challenges occur. It can result in many different physical, emotional and behavioral responses. Everyone experiences stress from time to time. You can’t avoid it. But stress management techniques can help you deal with it.

Scaffolding is all about meeting your child where they are! The reason it's so effective is that it focuses as much on the journey as it does on the outcome.

10 tips to help you fall asleep faster: health.clevelandclinic.org/how-to-fall-...

While anxiety dreams can be distressing, they’re not necessarily the same as nightmares. Stress during your day is the most likely trigger for anxiety dreams at night. health.clevelandclinic.org/stress-dream...

Diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia at 57, Sean is learning to navigate life with the progressive brain disease alongside his wife, Lisa. Understanding the cause of his symptoms has empowered them to plan for the future and find support. #endFTD More: cle.clinic/424pCBR

Foods that are good for you in a renal diet + which foods you should completely avoid. health.clevelandclinic.org/renal-diet

Experts estimate that about 6 to 7 million people worldwide have Chagas disease — and many don’t know they have it. About 280,000 people in the U.S. are infected. Chagas disease (American trypanosomiasis) is a parasitic infection spread by triatomine bugs, or kissing bugs.

ARFID is a condition that causes you to limit the amount and type of food you eat. ARFID can cause you to: - Lose interest in eating. - Feel anxious about the consequences of eating, like choking on food or vomiting. - Avoid foods that have an unwanted color, taste, texture or smell.

Research suggests working more than 55 hours a week can have negative effects on your health. When we sacrifice our health and personal responsibilities for overworking, we give up more than just our time and energy. health.clevelandclinic.org/effects-of-w...

Did you know that erectile dysfunction and low sex drive can be early warning signs of more serious health problems? Most men don’t, according to our new survey. #MENtionIt Learn more: cle.clinic/3HV1kmO

Turf toe is an injury in your big toe joint when ligaments, tendons and soft tissues in the joint stretch or tear. It’s a common injury among football players and athletes who sprint or jump. 🦶

A cardiac stress test can help healthcare providers identify certain heart conditions. It helps determine how well your heart responds during times when it's working its hardest. 🏃‍♀️🫀

Looking for a reason to pour yourself an ice-cold glass of chocolate milk? Here are a few. health.clevelandclinic.org/chocolate-milk

When it comes to testosterone levels, odds are you don’t measure up to your father. This non-age-related drop in testosterone levels hasn’t occurred in a vacuum. People’s overall health status is declining. This may be accelerating a decrease in testosterone levels compared to previous generations.

Exercise can lower your blood sugar in the moment and in the long term. Your muscles use sugar from your blood as fuel. Exercising also helps your cells use insulin more efficiently — during exercise and over the course of the next several hours. health.clevelandclinic.org/exercise-and...

Your body stores excess calories as one of two kinds of fat. But how much you have and where it’s stored can make a big difference when it comes to your health. That’s why understanding the differences between visceral fat and subcutaneous fat matters. health.clevelandclinic.org/visceral-fat...

Weight loss surgery or shots? A large Cleveland Clinic study finds surgery has more long-term benefits when compared to GLP-1 medications alone. Patients live longer and face fewer serious health problems. Read more: cle.clinic/4n6xc7x

There’s no perfect sleeping position for sciatica pain. But you may find that one of these options works best for you. 🛌

Many people shrug off the symptoms associated with low testosterone as an unpleasant part of getting older. But you should address symptoms that interfere with your quality of life. If you’re noticing bothersome signs of low testosterone, see a provider and discuss your options for treatment.

Beans are a superfood because they’re relatively low in fat and calories and full of nutrients. Incorporating more beans into your diet can be simple and delicious because they fit into almost any meal. 🫘

Bed rotting can be a healthy way to take a break from jam-packed schedules and chronic stress, but it's most beneficial when you're intentional and reflective about it. 🛌

What can you sprinkle on salads or soups, roast on the grill or stuff with cheese and rice? The sweet and versatile red bell pepper is at your service. No matter how you enjoy it, this pepper delivers an impressive nutrition profile. health.clevelandclinic.org/red-pepper-b...

The bench press is a compound movement, meaning it works two or more muscle groups at the same time. When you perform this exercise, you’re working your: -Anterior deltoids -Pectorals -Triceps

A rare condition made Lisa hear her heartbeat in her head nonstop. She found relief after undergoing a brain procedure that redirected blood flow using platinum coils. More: cle.clinic/3IjAzsi

Sugar doesn’t directly cause cancer. At least not in the way that smoking or sun exposure does. Learn more about the relationship between the two: health.clevelandclinic.org/does-sugar-c...

Pain is a sign from your body that something is wrong. But there are different types of pain, starting with two major categories: acute and chronic. Acute pain usually comes on suddenly and is caused by something specific. Chronic pain is ongoing and usually lasts longer than three to six months.

While oregano can add a punch of flavor to dishes, it may also boost your health by reducing inflammation, fighting bacteria and taming stress. health.clevelandclinic.org/oregano-bene...

You can’t sneeze in your sleep — and most nighttime sneezing can be addressed with simple lifestyle changes. But there are some situations where it’s best to seek support from a healthcare provider. 🛌💤

Factitious disorder imposed on another, formerly called Munchausen syndrome by proxy, is a mental health condition where you pretend that someone within your care is sick when they aren’t. It’s a type of abuse. Help is available to make sure everyone involved is safe.

In the summer months, increased sweating can lead to clogged or obstructed pores. It’s not the sweat specifically that causes tiny red bumps to form, but it’s the combination of environmental factors (like humidity and heat), with skin irritation and inflammation.

A single food can’t prevent or cure a disease, but macadamia nuts have nutrients that are great for your bones, heart and metabolic health. They’re full of healthy fats and antioxidants. health.clevelandclinic.org/macadamia-nu...

Childhood cancer symptoms can look like symptoms of common childhood illnesses. After all, most kids experience headaches, stomachaches, and bumps and bruises that don’t mean cancer. Still, any symptom that lasts or gets worse is something you should discuss with your child’s healthcare provider.

Sleep apnea is a condition that makes you stop breathing while you’re sleeping. This happens either because of blockage of your airway (obstructive sleep apnea) or because your brain doesn’t control your breathing as expected (central sleep apnea).

Mouth taping is the act of taping your mouth shut with medical-grade, skin-safe adhesive tape so you’re forced to breathe through your nose instead of your mouth to prevent snoring. But there’s not enough scientific evidence to back it. Studies that exist focused on very small populations.

Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes your digestive tract to become swollen and irritated. This is a lifelong condition that can’t be cured. However, treatments typically help manage your symptoms and allow you to live an active life.

No bones about it, your skeletal system is a huge part of what keeps your body at peak performance. Eat well and exercise as often as you can so your bones can support you as long as you need them to. 🦴🩻

After having prostate cancer, brothers Mark, Tim and Dan understand why family health history matters. Now cancer-free, they're encouraging other men to talk to their doctor about prostate cancer screening. #MENtionIt More: cle.clinic/4nbat9K

When men don’t exercise, they say it takes a toll on their health, confidence and sex drive. Yet one in three still skip it, according to our new survey. #MENtionIt Learn more: cle.clinic/3HV1kmO

If ear candling sounds risky, that’s because it is — and with no payoffs either. Earwax helps control the pH of the ear canal, and it also helps collect debris, among other functions. Your ears are supposed to have wax. It’s there for a reason.

Because when it’s your last day of chemo and you get clear scans showing no cancer, we celebrate! These moments marked the end of Evan's treatment for Ewing sarcoma. His words to others, "Just keep going!" #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth More: cle.clinic/44TNSZ7

A due date calculator helps you estimate when your baby will be born. But keep in mind that your due date is only an estimate. Only about 4% of babies are born on their due date.