The Good Body

A few months ago PowerDot launched its smart muscle stimulator that connects via bluetooth to mobile devices. It’s a super exciting product that’s pushing the boundaries and revolutionizing the field of electric muscle stimulation. We were fortunate enough to get the opportunity to put some questions to Eric Glader, CEO …

For years we have continually tested and reviewed the best TENS units on the market. We are delighted to share our latest buying guide, highlighting our top three picks with you. We spend a minimum of two weeks living with each new product, in order to fully understand its functionality, benefits …

What does TENS stand for? Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation What does EMS stand for? Electrical muscle stimulation The similarity between TENS and EMS: Both deliver low voltage electric impulses to stimulate TENS vs EMS: the main difference between the two: TENS stimulates the nerves – the rationale being that the …

The use of heat therapy as pain relief dates back to 500BC when the ancient Greeks and Egyptians used the sun to help treat illnesses. Throughout the years, hot stones, springs, thermal baths and volcanic hot air caverns were all used to cope with pain. That’s because, according to LiveStrong.com: …

To be your happiest and healthiest self, we bring you a wide selection of health facts from fitness to food to hydration. These top tips and random health facts provide you with information to keep you fighting fit. Table of contents Table of contents General Health Facts Mental Health and …

When you’re looking for an effective back massager it can be tricky to find the one that really targets your particular pain. Research shows that back massagers stimulate circulation and relax stiff muscles, with several types featuring programs designed for upper, lower and full back. Then there are heat options, …

As humans we spend an average of 25 years sleeping, that’s a third of our life. However we’re simply not getting enough, which is why we’ve compiled the most shocking and interesting sleep facts. Discover who sleeps the least, who sleeps the most, how to get more sleep plus some …

It’s the end of a long day. Your feet ache and your body is tired. Sound familiar? Feet are the foundation of our bodies and must be cared for appropriately. One of the easiest and most beneficial ways to soothe the pain and relax is with a foot massage. According …

Your feet work tireless day in and day out. Often times they are one of the most under-appreciated parts of the human body. To help you better understand and appreciate your own feet, we bring you the most interesting facts about feet. Table of contents Table of contents Anatomy Foot …

Dr. Kai Tiltmann is a chiropractor who’s passionate when it comes to returning his patients to an active life. In fact, before it all started he was one (a chiropractic patient) himself! Since 1999, he’s been practicing in San Francisco and in 2005 opened his practice, Financial District Chiropractic where …