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Can’t walk in winter? Let’s dance!
When it comes to improving your venous health, one of the best things you can do is to walk. Walking strengthens our calf muscles, which act as the body’s “second heart.” They help pump blood up and out of our lower legs, preventing the build-up of toxins, which can cause swelling, achiness, inflammation, ulcers and more. But as winter...
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Packed with curated items designed to make your world a better place, 1811 Specialty Shop is brimming with style
The newest store to open in Brecksville, 1811 Specialty Shop has so much to explore. From home décor to bath and apothecary collections, kitchen table settings and custom gift sets, there’s something for everyone to love. The emphasis here is on novel, thoughtfully curated and inspiring pieces. “Our mission is to pause and celebrate...
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Asphalt versus metal roofs
The quality and selection of roofing materials have come a long way over the past 10 years. To meet a wide variety of budgets and tastes, we specialize in asphalt shingle and metal roofs. Here’s a rundown of durability vs. affordability between the two. One of the biggest advantages of a metal roof is longevity. You can reasonably...
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Here’s how you can stay active and fight joint, muscle and nerve pain with physical therapy first
When pain is present, your body will naturally want to limit movement and then compensate to avoid that pain, thereby creating new injuries. You hurt your foot, ankle, shoulder, hand or knee, and medical professionals who are not physical therapists, including orthopedic surgeons, want to immobilize it. They want to put you in a boot, a splint or...
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Before buying hearing aids
If you are experiencing hearing loss and seeking solutions, knowing where to turn for help can be confusing. “Many people are concerned they’ll be ‘sold’ hearing aids,” says Dr. Sarah Curtis, Au.D., founder of Sounds of Life Hearing. “You may have friends who made an investment in hearing aids and it didn’t work out very well...
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