The aches and pains of arthritis, sprains and strains, back, shoulder, neck and carpal tunnel problems are taking their toll today, particularly on an aging work population in America. These common disorders, collectively known as musculoskeletal disorders (or MSDs), are very costly and account for the second most common reason for medical treatment today. Poor lifestyle habits, such as poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and mental stress further compromise the health status and quality of life for people. The most common consequences of these poor lifestyle habits are the "big 3" diseases: cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes. These three diseases inevitably shorten an average person's life span or seriously degrade the quality of life.
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