Whelehans Health News

Earwax and Its Potential Issues Many of our customers have come back to inform us (and thank us) how our removal of their impacted ear wax has made such a change to their quality of life including the likes of better hearing, better balance, stopping of tinnitus, pain and more. Whelehans Earwax removal service can be booked on the Whelehans website www.whelehans.ie (see top bar when on website) Earwax, also known as cerumen, is a natural substance produced by glands in the ear canal. It plays an essential role in protecting the ears by trapping dust, debris, and bacteria while...

Preventing Excess Ear Wax Build Up   Excess earwax (cerumen) buildup can lead to discomfort, hearing issues, and even infections. Whelehans Earwax removal service can be booked on the Whelehans website www.whelehans.ie (top bar on website)   How to prevent it effectively:   1. Avoid Cotton Swabs Using cotton buds or other objects can push wax deeper into the ear canal, leading to impaction.   2. Use Ear Drops Over-the-counter ear drops containing hydrogen peroxide, saline, or baby oil can help soften and naturally remove excess wax.   3. Practice Good Ear Hygiene Clean the outer ear with a damp...

Why Earwax Builds Up Many of our customers have come back to inform us (and thank us) how our removal of their impacted ear wax has made such a change to their quality of life including the likes of better hearing, better balance, stopping of tinnitus, pain and more. Whelehans Earwax removal service can be booked on the Whelehans website www.whelehans.ie (see top bar when on website)   More about earwax Earwax, or cerumen, is a natural substance produced by glands in the ear canal. It traps dust, debris, and bacteria while keeping the ear canal lubricated. Normally, earwax moves...

Gum Disease   Bleeding gums, bad breath, sensitive teeth, gum recession, loose teeth are all common signs of gum disease or periodontitis. The main cause of these symptoms is poor oral hygiene, infrequent or incorrected tooth brushing and lack of cleaning in between your teeth to remove the bacteria (Plaque) and stagnant food build up. When you suffer from gum disease, an inflammatory response is triggered in your mouth. Your gums change from pink to red or purple, swell up and may bleed. Gum disease is normally painless and therefore many people are unaware they suffer from gum disease. As...

Top 5 Cardiovascular Goals from a Chartered Physiotherapist   Chartered Physiotherapists play a crucial role in managing cardiovascular health, particularly in individuals recovering from heart conditions, surgeries, or seeking to improve overall fitness.   1. Improving Cardiovascular Endurance Physiotherapists aim to enhance the heart and lungs' ability to supply oxygen during sustained physical activity. This is achieved through exercises like walking, cycling, or swimming, tailored to the patient’s fitness level. Improved endurance reduces fatigue and boosts daily functioning.   2. Lowering Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Regular physical activity prescribed by physiotherapists helps regulate blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels. Aerobic...