This is an assortment of haphazardly compiled information, news and facts, all related to fur in one way or another. * Fur Care Terms: Drumming is a process to clean furs using abrasion. It is required that you tumble the fur with sawdust soaked in a special solution. The sawdust absorbs dirt and oil and the abrasive action fluffs the fur. Fur should be cleaned professionally once a year, if you use it and it needs cleaning. - Flat Furs are furs that have only one type of hair or fur like Seal and Persian Lamb, for example. - Shearing is the act -actually, the technique- of trimming fur to reduce weight and bulkiness, while also creating designs and patterns in the fur pile. Shearing is but one way to refurbish your fur cost into a lighter, more fashionable garment. - Grooving is a way of shearing which then makes a stripe design. The stripes or grooves are different in width and depth, and the end-result resembles corduroy. Grooving is also known as cording. - Shearling is natural lamb fur. The fur is worn on the inside for warmth while the leather is worn on the outside, with the sueded side showing. The suede leather may be dyed and advanced tanning methods mean that a Shearling coat or jacket is much lighter-weight than it once was. - Fur yarn is the material that makes up knitted fur. The technique for manufacturing this knittable yarn is to combine thin cut-outs of fur with cotton yarn or silk. Fur yarn can also be crocheted or weaved to produce all sorts of objects. Surprisingly enough there are some knitted fur products that can actually be washed in the washing machine. * Facts about Fur that is sheared will in fact keep you as warm as fur that has not been sheared. Fur typically consists of two main layers; the underfur or Ground hair -bottom layer-, closest to the skin, made of shorter and denser wool hairs and the Guard hair -top layer made of longer straighter hairs-. Shearing just cuts some of the Guard hair, however the insulating Ground hair accounts for the fur's warm thickness. Guard Hair gives the various furs their different characteristics and contains most of a furs pigmentation. Awn hair is the name for the middle layer contained on some furs. - Generally, long hair furs do not provide any more warmth than short hair furs. Ground hair determines the warmth of a fur. - Furs from female minks are generally more lightweight, softer, sleeker, glossier and more pliant than those from the male of the species. Female mink is more often used in styles that have draping and soft tailoring. Male mink is used for different, less supple styling. Male mink garments are not automatically cheaper than female mink garments. - The best fur pieces are made totally without leather. The more leather is used to hold together the strips of fur, the less valuable a fur garment is. * Up to date Fur Industry and Market Trends - In the 1980's and 1990's the anti fur campaign damaged the fur industry with negativity. The fur industry is recovering fast. - Three main factors have contributed to the renewed growth of the industry: an unprecedented increase in demand for fur products by the growing middle class, or nouveaux riches. In China and Russia the downward slop of the Russian fur industry which used to produce about 15% of the USSR's yearly income and the western fashion industry's new findings of fur garments. - Russian manufactured fur production today is seven times less than it was in the 1980s. Lacking governmental support, Russia now trails severely in the international manufacturing of fur. Both American and European manufacturers have outpaced the former giant. Russias share in fur production worldwide has dropped from the 35% provided by Soviet Russian breeders in the late 1980s to no more than 3 or 4 %. Russia is responsible for manufacturing 30% of furs world wide. This is partly due to the drop in domestic production, but high domestic demand for quality furs. - China has been purchasing large amounts of wild pelts from North America, after which they turn them into garments and then ship them back to North America and Russia, making China one of the largest importers of furs. Mass production in Chinese fur farms, supported by the state, negatively affects Russian fur production. A lot of fur farms in Russia disbanded at the same time as the Soviet Union. Due to high cost of production the Russian is no competition to the western fur producers. - The fur trade in Russia may have their struggle intensified further by recent happenings in Georgia. Due to Russia's intervention in Georgia, the economy suffered billions of dollars being withheld for commerce. The places involved in this situation are considered some of the biggest fur purchasers worldwide. - The best marketplaces that sell luxury fur garments nowadays are Dubai, Shanghai and Moscow.
Fibromyalgia is one of the most common diseases affecting the muscles, tendons, and joints in women. Many health care professionals still do not recognize the condition as a disorder, most likely, because x-rays, blood tests, and biopsies often show no prevalent evidence to support the patient’s complaints. However, in recent years, the use of thermographs, a device that tests and measures the heat produced by areas of the body, has helped diagnose the condition. Studies indicate that fibromyalgia patients have decreased blood flow and decreased skin temperatures in sites of tenderness. Symptoms include long-term muscle soreness, muscle stiffness, sleeplessness, fatigue, mood changes, anxiety and depression. Often times the condition is worsened by stress and weather changes. Unlike other rheumatic conditions that cause swelling and inflammation of the tissues in the body, fibromyalgia does not cause any type of joint deformity or does not damage any internal organs.
Many times, patients that suffer with fibromyalgia have other conditions or disorders that will occur. One of the most common disorders associated with fibromyalgia is TMJ, a disorder associated with the jaw. Many sufferers of fibromyalgia may be diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, as well. Some patients complain of migraine or tension headaches, irritable bowel and bladder syndromes. Some women may develop a loss in memory and concentration. Fibrocystic Breast Disease and Endometriosis is often present in women that have fibromyalgia, although there has been no studies conducted regarding the correlation of the two.
Causes of this condition is still unknown, many experts are researching the relationship between menopause and fibromyalgia. Most women are diagnosed with this condition between the ages of 40 to 55 which is when menopause usually occurs, and approximately 85%-90% of all reported Fibromyalgia conditions are women. Hormonal changes, such as the decreased amounts of estrogen in the female body, may contribute to symptoms like anxiety, depression, and sleeplessness in fibromyalgia patients. Research shows, however, that estrogen and progesterone replacement therapy is not that beneficial to fibromyalgia sufferers. There are mild benefits reported when using the estrogen patches rather than the estrogen pills. Some studies indicate that the low thyroid function and decreased levels of thyroid hormones, as well as estrogen and progesterone hormones, may contribute to muscular pain, fatigue, mood changes, and anxiety. At the present time the correlation between menopause and fibromyalgia is uncertain, due to the lack of research on the subject. Fortunately, more tests are being conducted to find out how declining estrogen levels affect the onset of fibromyalgia. On-going research is being conducted that may suggest abnormally low levels of the hormone Cortisol, which is the hormone produced by the adrenal gland may also be a linked cause.
Unfortunately, there is no way to prevent this disorder or completely cure it, either… Therefore, most treatment’s center on conquering the symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. Treatments for women suffering from fibromyalgia vary according to symptoms. In some cases, physical therapy or light exercise may be prescribed. Research has shown that the use of ice immediately following any exercise may decrease muscle and joint pain. The use of tricyclic anti-depressants usually used in treating depression; has also been shown to be an effective medication for treating firbromyalgia. These medications usually relieve depression, anxiety, reduce fatigue, and restores effective sleep patterns. Some physicians may prescribe local injections of analgesics to the sore or stiff areas. The use of pain-relievers and muscle relaxers has both been beneficial in reducing pain symptoms and improving sleep. Often times, doctors will discuss pain and stress management to their patients; which can eliminate some symptoms of the disorder.
Diet plays an important role in the prevention of symptoms concerning fibromyalgia. Eating organic foods, such as fruits and vegetables; increasing the intake of low-fat, high fiber foods; those high in Omega-3 Fatty acids, found in fish may benefit sufferers. Some physicians suggest lowering sodium rich foods or eliminating additives such as monosodium glutamate (MSG’s) and artificial sweeteners, like Aspartame may relieve many symptoms of fibromyalgia. And recent studies indicate the use of a vegan diet may help alleviate symptoms. Alternative treatments, specifically in the field of homeopathic remedies, suggest taking magnesium, B-12 Vitamins, and Vitamin C.
Other non-medical treatments involve massage therapy, heat therapy and cold packs that may temporarily relieve symptoms. The use of Hydrotherapy or water therapy can increase circulation and decrease muscle aches. Currently, there are studies being conducted that may offer more treatments or one specific treatment for helping relieve fibromyalgia symptoms.
Women suffering with this disorder may find themselves withdrawing from society due to the pain and anxiety associated with fibromyalgia. Many times, women find themselves unable to work a physical or stressful job. The best advice is to seek treatment and maintain a healthy lifestyle, which includes light exercise, good eating habits, and staying active in both, work and life.
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