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A pinched nerve, or “compressed nerve,” in your back occurs when a disc in your spine ruptures or herniates, causing the padding between your discs to press down on a nearby nerve. This can cause a good deal of pain, discomfort, and altered sensations. Fo...

The bamboo flute is a beautiful instrument made out of a single piece of bamboo, and it’s most widely known as an instrument of traditional Chinese and Indian music. The music played on bamboo flutes is often called ethereal, calming, and peaceful. With p...

This wikiHow teaches you how to hide recently played artists on Spotify on Android devices. Though you might not normally care if your followers and friends can see what you're listening to, sometimes you might want to keep that information private. There...

Piles of old tires are an environmental hazard, a health hazard, and a fire hazard. Fortunately, there are many ways to dispose of them legally, safely, and fairly inexpensively. If you have only a few old tires to get rid of (4, for instance), you can dr...

Sago palms are pretty plants that will add a tropical vibe to any landscape, or even inside your home. In order to keep them healthy and looking nice, you need to trim off dead and damaged fronds in the fall and early spring. It's also a good idea to remo...

Civil service exams are required for many different jobs at the city, state, and national level. These tests are meant to ensure that the hiring process is competitive and fair. Before you take a civil service exam you need to check regularly for exam ann...

If you have an inverted triangle body shape, then your shoulders are wider than your hips, your bust is proportionally large, and you've got slim legs. You probably struggle with figuring out what clothes best complement both your wide shoulders and narro...

A clog in the drain line of an attic AC unit is a homeowner’s worst nightmare. It can potentially cause extensive and expensive water damage. Luckily, it is usually easy to clear out a clog. A powerful wet/dry vac and proper hose attachment can take care...

When leather shoes dry out, cracks begin to form. These cracks aren’t technically fixable because the damage can’t be reversed, but you can recondition the leather. Before attempting to treat a crack, clean the shoes to remove as much debris as possible f...

Burning essential oils is a low-tech and inexpensive way to add beautiful aromas to your home. However, these powerful substances must be used with care and caution. Some people feel stimulated or relaxed when they breathe certain essential oil aromas.[1]...

This wikiHow teaches you how to set your Netflix settings to stream all shows and movies in 4K whenever available, using an iPhone or iPad. You must have the Ultra HD Premium plan on Netflix in order to watch in 4K.

If you want to wash your pillows but don't want them to come out lumpy from the machine, try washing them by hand. Fill a sink or bathtub with hot soapy water and massage your pillow to release trapped dirt or oils. Then rinse your pillow until the water...

A tooth abscess is a bacterial infection that happens due to a severe cavity or dental injury. You’ll likely experience pain in the affected tooth and possibly your jaw. If you don’t treat your abscessed tooth, then the infection may spread. In the meanti...

Parboiling is a useful technique to know. Many recipes require you to parboil food before you roast it, fry, it or freeze it. Start by putting a pot of water on the stove and then wait for it to come to a rolling boil. Add your vegetables, meat, or rice t...

Jeans are versatile enough to match with many different kinds of footwear, including boots. There are a number of ways to wear men's boots with jeans, and the styling varies based on what kind of boots and jeans you have. Depending on what's in your close...

Learning to count is a big deal. It opens the door to learning basic addition and subtraction, and it’s typically a requirement for being able to complete kindergarten or 1st grade. Most children are able to count to 100 by the time they turn 6, although...