Health Tip: Symptoms of Bone Spurs
Bone spurs are bone growths that build up over time and tend to affect people as they age. While bone spurs are not painful, they can cause pain by impacting areas around them -- including surrounding nerves.
Here are some common symptoms of bone spurs, courtesy of the Cedars-Sinai Health System:
* "Pins and needles" sensation in the hands or feet.
* Dull pain in the neck or lower back while standing or walking.
* Lack of coordination in a part of the body.
* Muscle weakness, spasms or cramps.
* Numbness.
* Pain that radiates through the thighs, buttocks or shoulders.
* Headaches.
Health Tip: Who's at Greater Risk for Heat-Related Illness
Heat-related illness occurs when the body can't cool itself during extremely hot and humid conditions.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, certain people are at greater risk, including:
* Infants and young children up to 4 years of age.
* People aged 65 and older.
* People who are significantly overweight or obese.
* People who overexert themselves or don't drink enough fluids.
* People with high blood pressure, heart disease, and those who take certain medications for depression, insomnia or poor circulation.
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