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Friday, February 5, 2010
Carhartt Men’s Long Sleeve Work-Dry T-Shirt
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Thursday, February 4, 2010
Carpal Tunnel Surgery Is Not Necessary In Most Cases

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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition that is characterized by pain, numbness, tingling and paresthesia (pins and needles) in the thumb, index and middle fingers, with advanced cases revealing loss of strength and coordination.
Carpal tunnel is the most common nerve entrapment disorder and is generally caused by a muscle imbalance in the hand and wrist that results in the compression and impingement of the median nerve. Other contributing factors include direct or blunt trauma or injury to the wrist that can induce swelling, such as sprain or fracture; over activity of the pituitary gland; hypothyroidism; rheumatoid arthritis; mechanical problems in the wrist joint; work stress; repeated use of vibrating hand tools; fluid retention during pregnancy or menopause; or the development of a cyst or tumor in the canal. In some cases no cause can be identified.
There are many treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome including medication, exercise, wrist splinting, cortisone injections but most commonly surgery in the prescribed remedy. Although surgery is one of the most common options for treating this condition; however, it remains a controversial choice and it is important to fully understand the risks and benefits involved. Surgery is by far the most invasive procedure and it merits careful forethought, as the success rate is not as high as the medical industry would like people to think. The reason for this misdirection is often due to the fact that a surgeon will make between $4-5,000 for each 30-minute surgical procedure, a sum that is not to be taken lightly.
The statistics listed below provide insight to the poor success rate often experienced by patients that are subjected to carpal tunnel surgery:
· ONLY 23% of all carpal tunnel syndrome patients returned to their previous professions following surgery, according to the Bureau of Labor & Statistics and the National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (1997-2000 Statistics).
· Up to 36% of all Carpal Tunnel Syndrome patients require unlimited medical treatment.
· Carpal tunnel surgery has about a 57% failure rate following patients from 1-day to 6-years. At least one of the following symptoms re-occurred during this time: Pain, Numbness, Tingling sensations. Source: Nancollas, et al, 1995. J. Hand Surgery.
There are multiple forms of surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome including “open” and “endoscopic” surgery, which is a less invasive incision made through the muscle in the palm that requires less time for post-operative recovery. Post-surgery symptoms such as pain and numbness usually begin to improve in two to six weeks, depending upon the procedure, severity of symptoms, gender and age of the patient. Muscle coordination, control, and strength may initially worsen following surgery, and a return to pre-operative status may take several months. Significant improvement to pre-injury status may take as much as two years to achieve, if it comes at all.
The optimal method of treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome is simple corrective stretches and exercises. The vast majority of patients do quite well with conservative treatment and it is estimated that less than 1/4 require surgical intervention. Only in severe cases is surgery recommended, such as when there is persistent, debilitating pain or muscle atrophy / flattening.
The complications associated with surgery as well as the timeline to substantial recovery make it as last choice resort for most patients. Thankfully, there are numerous effective alternatives that are much less invasive, such as a good balancing exercise and stretching program for the hand (Flextend, Restore, Cats Paw, etc.), wrist and forearm. Once the muscles are in balance, compression of the median nerve is eliminated and the symptoms disappear.
Be sure to consult your doctor before starting any type of exercise or therapy program.
Jeff P. Anliker, LMT, is a therapist and inventor of products that prevent and treat carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive strain injuries without surgery or other invasive methods. http://www.repetitive-strain.com
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Monday, February 1, 2010
Lemon French Cuff Dress Shirt
Lemon French Cuff Dress Shirt GarmentLot: French Cuff Dress Shirt in premium cotton with polyester blend for ease and comfort. Designed in Italy. Pinpoint collar and one open pocket.
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Friday, January 29, 2010
Eastbound & Down Feel The Power Kenny Powers White T-shirt Tee
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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Safety For Power Tools

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Power tools make construction work and do-it-yourself projects easier. With efficiency and less manpower involved than hand tools, power tools, whether saws, hammers, or drills, get the job done quicker and, in many cases, more accurately. But the downside is injuries. In fact, 400,000 emergency visits per year are the result of using power tools. While many of these aren’t fatal, they can be, and the best way to avoid being injured is to practice basic safety. While many specialty tools like nailers are now available to amateur and do-it-yourself workers, construction-site safety, with professional-style safety gear, should be used.
The main fault when using power tools is not reading the instructions. If you haven’t read the operating and safety instructions before using any tool, more injuries may result. Before you start any project with a tool, make sure you know how to use it fully. Additionally, be cognizant when using tools. Whether a handheld or table saw, a drill, or hammer, any tool requires your full attention to not only do the work accurately but also to keep yourself from being injured.
Basic safety should be practiced when using any type of power tool. Aside from being fully familiar with the tool, a user should wear safety goggles or glasses for full eye protection. In such cases, the tool itself might not cause an injury but flying bits will. Either a drill bit or particles from drywall or concrete could go flying through the air while using a tool and into your eye. Similarly, many tools, particularly larger saws like a circular or compound miter function, should be clamped down to a work bench. Don’t support the saw with a “free” hand, as both hands are needed to use such larger tools. Additionally, many tools have a safety function. When you’re an amateur working with power tools, make sure the safety function is in place at all times. Otherwise, a simple leaning or too much pressure on a tool could turn it on and put a nail or other bit through your skin.
Power tools require more safety precautions than hand tools. But, when a tool is machine powered, all of the same safety precautions you would take with a larger machine should be applied to a smaller one, be it a tile saw, a nailer, or dual-function hammer drill.
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Monday, January 25, 2010
Gerber 5-Pack Onesies Brand One Piece Underwear
Gerber 5-Pack Onesies Brand One Piece Underwear Thin and small; good luck with sizing! - E. Kelch - Alexandria, VA United States
As other reviewers mentioned, these onesies run very small, and Gerber calibration information is not accurate. My son is 13 months and just beginning to exceed its 12 months size clothes: it is thin but tall for his age (about 24 pounds, 31 inches). Knowing Gerber small series, I bought the onesies size 24-months, which would have been too big. But Gerber's 24-month body about the same size as my 12-Carter Body months. The material is much thinner than the pursuit of Carter, too,I do not since I am trying to add a layer of warmth in winter.
I already had bought Gerber solid color (blue, yellow, green) 5-pack onesies size 12 months. They became tight on my son so I ordered these in size 18 months. They are virtually the same dimensions. I wonder if the Plain White run smaller than those of color? It covers every night in his PJ's so I like the product, I just wish the calibration have been safer! Gerber: Onesies One Piece UnderwearPARENT Gerber’s Onesies® are the Original One Piece Underwear! These ever popular layette items are a must have for every baby!
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Sunday, January 24, 2010
Alignment Kickboard for Swimming
The Alignment Kickboard by FINIS is a new kicking tool that helps teach and maintain body alignment for swimmers of all abilities. The stabilizing hand strap allows users to place their hands on the board without having to grab the sides, creating ideal alignment from the fingertips through the toes.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Haitian Metal Drum Art - Old Metal Drums Become Beautiful Works of Art

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What do you think of when you hear “Haitian art“?
Depending on your level of familiarity with Haitian art, you may think of folk art paintings on canvas. Or you may think of nothing at all.
If you haven’t heard of Haitian metal drum art, you’re in for a delight. Metal drums, the 55-gallon ones used for transporting oil or other products, are transformed into fanciful designs ranging from trees and flowers, birds and animals, to people, angels, and Biblical scenes.
Although some pieces are made from new oil drums, usually they are recycled ones purchased near the port in the capital city of Port-au-Prince and brought to the neighboring town of Croix-des-Bouquets by handcart or on top of a “tap-tap” (taxi). Croix-des-Bouquets is the center of the Haitian metalwork movement, and many metal drum artists have their workshops there.
Metal drum art in Haiti began in the early 1950s with blacksmith Georges Liautaud. In his humble shop, Liautaud had been making and repairing tools and creating simple metal crosses for the graves in the Croix-des-Bouquets cemetery.
American teacher DeWitt Peters, who opened Le Centre d’Art in Port-au-Prince in 1944, encouraged Liautaud to expand into the creation of decorative metal sculptures. A few talented men apprenticed under him, and the tradition has continued; a metal drum artist will apprentice others, who will branch out and go into business themselves. Peters provided exhibition as well as instruction space.
To create these works of art, the artist first removes the top and bottom of the drum and places them inside the cylinder along with dried banana or sugar cane leaves. He sets the leaves on fire to burn away any paint or other residue from the drum. After the metal has cooled, the artist cuts the cylindrical drum from top to bottom, then pounds it into a flattened rectangle of approximately three by six feet.
The artist draws the design onto the metal sheet with chalk, then cuts it out with a mallet and chisel. Using these and other simple tools, he pounds the various decorative patterns into the metal, including areas that are concave and convex; he creates intricate patterns by hammering in bumps of different heights. Some pieces have three-dimensional designs. Some are very colorful, while others remain metallic in appearance.
The detail on these works of art must be seen and touched to be appreciated.
The artist signs the finished design and coats it with a protective varnish. Many art lovers prefer the art to be aged with rust, then sealed afterward. In either case, the pieces can be displayed indoors or out.
Used oil drums made into beautiful works of art. Who’d have thought?
Lisa J. Lehr is a freelance writer and Internet marketer. In addition to working with clients, she operates several online businesses. Bon-Bagay.com is dedicated to helping Haiti rediscover herself and return to her former glory as the Pearl of the Antilles. Learn about the fascinating country of Haiti and check out the artistic treasures she has to offer.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Stanley 33-725 25-Foot FatMax Tape Measure
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