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Electrothermal therapy, also known as intradiscal electrothermal therapy, uses heat to change the structure of the tissue inside the disk in your back. It doesn’t relieve pain right away. Pain is reduced as the disk heals.

Electrothermal therapy is often done in a hospital or surgery center. You won't need to stay overnight. Before the procedure, you and your healthcare provider will discuss how you need to prepare.

An electrothermal therapy procedure may take up to 2 hours. During the procedure, you’ll be awake but relaxed. Read on for details about what to expect.

A specific phobia is a type of anxiety disorder. It causes an intense fear of a certain object or situation. Many people with this disorder fear animals such as dogs or snakes. Other people are afraid of closed spaces (claustrophobia), heights (acrophobia), or flying. Often, there's no reason to be afraid. Yet the fear seems beyond your control.

ADHD is often thought of as a kid’s problem. That’s why it’s often missed in adults. Read on to learn about the symptoms and what to do if you think you may have ADHD.

From the money you'll save to the many obvious health benefits, there are plenty of reasons to quit.

An effective way to deal with stress is to figure out which stressors you can control or change.

Ways to manage stress: Get enough sleep, follow a healthy diet, and make time for yourself.

Accidents happen - and can cause more lasting damage to your health than illness or disease. You can prevent most accidents. Take steps now to guard your health and safety at home, at work, and on the road.