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Debra Fulghum Bruce PhD

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How does exercise reduce anxiety?

Some studies have shown that exercise may boost serotonin levels in the brain, resulting in a... Full Answer

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How can I start an exercise program with chronic pain?

To gain the strengthening benefit without causing further pain or injury, appropriate technique... Full Answer

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How do I stay motivated to exercise?

As you increase your level of exercise and fitness, it’s important to not give up. Think... Full Answer

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How does exercise affect serotonin levels?

There are findings showing that exercise may boost serotonin levels in the brain, resulting in... Full Answer

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What is phenylethylamine?

Phenylethylamine is a brain chemical that is linked to energy, mood and attention. It is... Full Answer

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How does exercise increase mood and energy?

Scientists from the United Kingdom have targeted a brain chemical that may help explain the... Full Answer

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How can exercise help reduce stress from chronic pain?

Along with increasing muscle strength and endurance, and keeping your muscles and joints active... Full Answer

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How does a pain clinic work?

If you’ve exhausted all of the pain-relieving methods and are still suffering with... Full Answer

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What is laser surgery?

Laser surgery uses a powerful beam of light, which can be directed to specific parts of the... Full Answer

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What are the types of minimally invasive surgery?

One type of minimally invasive surgery is laparoscopy, which uses a tube with a light and a... Full Answer

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What are the different types of surgery?

If your final option for pain relief is surgery, it’s important to know that each type of... Full Answer

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What are the different kinds of anesthesia?

Anesthesia is used during surgery so you will feel no pain or discomfort. Three types of... Full Answer

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What should I tell my anesthesiologist during my preoperative exam?

If your surgery is to be immediate, you may not have the chance to talk at length with your... Full Answer

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How can I find out how much my surgery will cost me?

Not only is preparing for surgery stressful, it’s also outrageously expensive.... Full Answer

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How can I evaluate the hospital or facility where I will have surgery?

Depending on the type of surgery you require, the procedure may be done in your surgeon’s... Full Answer

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