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- Swedish Massage For Stress - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2020 from Hridoy AhmedRead the news lately or watch last night's news on TV? The world is hurting right now and everyone is stressed about it. Even if your own life is going well, the stress of worrying and protecting that life is there. What is a person to do? Chronic stress is bad for your health and could cause ...
Views: 26813 - Modifying Inflammation with Magnetic Fields - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukPulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMFs) have been used to treat almost every conceivable human illness or malady, including many inflammatory diseases such as arthritis or psoriasis. PEMF therapy has been associated with pain reduction, and accelerated healing. PEMFs exert these effects by ...
Views: 11125(2 votes) - Faster Recovery from Joint Replacement or Implanted Prosthetic Surgery - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukThe last 20-30 years have witnessed a marked increase in total joint replacement procedures with excellent results. Total or partial hip and knee replacements are the most common, with more than 1 million Americans having one of these procedures each year. The main complication is aseptic ...
Views: 9252(2 votes) - What is good training for an orthopedic surgeon today? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2021 from Shahbaz MalikI firmly believe that education is very important and that it is one of the keys to success for a surgeon. I had good teachers who really helped me in my career, and they always told me that we are on the shoulders of our teachers. The new generation is different from mine. When I started my ...
Views: 6025 - How to Cure Vertigo (Dizziness) with a Home Remedy - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2013 from Junji TakanoHave you ever experienced the sudden feeling that the world around you is moving or spinning? Even worse, you can't stand still and you feel you'll get off balance. Such severe dizziness may happen to anyone unexpectedly. This condition is medically known as "vertigo". Lack of exercise, ...
Views: 4801(1 vote) - Hemiparesis Overview After A Stroke or TBI with Associated Conditions and Initial Care You Should Expect With Tips on Rehab and Communication - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2019 from Leon EdwardHemiparesis is a medical term that refers to weakness in one side of the body. “Hemi” means half and “paresis” means weakness. It is also associated with the medical term hemiplegia, which means paralysis of one side of the body. For individuals affected with hemiparesis, there is still ...
Views: 3485(2 votes) - Benefits of Prostate Massage That Every Man Should Know - by Submitted on May 10, 2017 from Rachel MinahanThe prostate is part of the male reproductive system that is in the deep part of the male body. It is in front of the rectum and below the bladder. The prostate is a walnut-sized small gland found within the male reproductive system. It is close to the bladder. Its main function helps in the ...
Views: 3305 - Tips for Living Alone After Head Injury With Hemiparesis and Avoiding Falls and Injuries - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2019 from Leon EdwardHemiparesis Living is difficult even when you have close family support or caretaker close by. However as we who have been injured in some way, or previously experienced head injury brain damage resulting in hemiparesis, as we age, or children grow up, spouses may move apart find ourselves ...
Views: 3295(1 vote) - Physical Therapy For Prenatal and Post-partum Women - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2008 from Gerry Van DykeAlong with the “joys of pregnancy” can sometimes come the not so joyful pain and dysfunction associated with it. Some women experience low back pain, sacroiliac dysfunction, sciatica (pain, numbness or tingling down the leg) and even carpal tunel syndrome. Many women feel these are ...
Views: 3264 - What Is Spasticity? An Introduction Common Causes Signs Effects With Spasticity Symptoms and Guide for Care - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2017 from Leon EdwardWhat Is Spasticity? Derived from the Greek word "spastos", which means pulling or drawing, spasticity is a sudden, involuntary increase in both muscle tension and tone that limits overall movement. People who suffer from spasticity struggle to maintain normal posture and may hunch forward due ...
Views: 3192 - PT Schools – How To Choose The Right One. - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Todd MaxtedChoosing the right physical therapy (PT) school can be a very confusing decision. There are 210 accredited PT programs across America so how do you know which one is right for you? The following article will give you 10 things to think about to make it a bit clearer. There are several ...
Views: 3184 - Squeeze, Hold, Release Your Way to Sexual Health - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Martha Tara LeeHave you heard of pelvic floor exercises? You may have learnt about them from your aerobics instructor. Or perhaps your urologist was the one who ordered you to squeeze your butt cheeks together? Maybe your gynae was the one who asked you to attempt to tighten your vagina, or was it your ...
Views: 3127 - Tips After a Stroke or Traumatic Brain Injury Resulting in Hemiparesis and Minimizing Impact on Daily Life - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2019 from Leon EdwardWith hemiparesis, daily life is obviously affected. Exercise at home and assistive aids will help to increase mobility and improve independence. Repeated practice of regular daily activity increases body control and coordination for daily tasks. Individuals with hemiparesis learn to perform ...
Views: 3041(1 vote) - What is Foot Drop Definition Its Causes Symptoms Physical Therapy for Foot Drop Exercises With Long Term Outlook - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2017 from Leon EdwardWhat is Foot Drop? Foot drop is a paralysis or weakness of muscles that causes difficulty in lifting the forefoot. This leads to an abnormal walking pattern, with the forefoot dragging along the ground. People with foot drop often compensate by lifting the knee higher while walking. Foot ...
Views: 2918(1 vote) - Workplace Communication After Head Injury , Issues Insights and Advice From Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2017 from Leon EdwardFortunately for people with a head injury of various degrees, today there are more opportunities for employment. However, there still are issues that are both visible and many that are internal to the people with the head injury. Communication in the workplace is often one of the most valued ...
Views: 2842 - Acquired Brain Injury Can Result In Behavioral and Emotional Consequences For The Victims - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2023 from Leon EdwardApart from any specific behavioral or emotional difficulties, people with head injuries or acquired brain injuries typically go through a number of emotional changes as they adapt to their new circumstances. In the immediate aftermath of their injuries, patients commonly experience a great deal ...
Views: 2841 - Physical Therapy Marketing Strategy- What To Do Before You Get More New Clients! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Iona MeadeRunning and Marketing a Physical Therapy Practice needs some careful thought and consideration. First you want to begin with the end in mind. Start with a clear vision of how you want your life and ideal practice to look and feel before you take action on marketing or get clients into your ...
Views: 2824(1 vote) - The Easy Guide to Pass the National Physical Therapy Exam - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Todd MaxtedNow that you have completed your physical therapy course all you need to do is pass the National Physical Therapy exam (NPTE). The following article will provide you with an easy to follow guide and all the information needed to prepare you for this important step. It doesn’t matter if you ...
Views: 2749 - Nonsurgical Treatment of Patella Fractures - by Submitted on May 20, 2017 from Emma KalmanThe patella is the small bone at the front of the knee which can be felt by running your hand over the knee. Despite being small in size, it plays a huge role in the movement of the human body. It is primarily responsible for stretching the leg and bending the knee joint while walking, ...
Views: 2721 - Gait Training Physical Therapy - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2010 from Gerry Van DykeMany people believe that since walking is something that they have been doing for most of their lives, no one needs to teach them how to walk again after an injury. Unfortunately, most injuries to the spine and lower extremities do alter walking mechanics and can lead to additional disability if ...
Views: 2699(2 votes) - Building Posture from the Ground Up - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2012 from Gillian TewsIdeal posture is the alignment of our bodies which minimizes stress and strain on our joints and maximizes our muscular advantage. Form refers to such alignment during movement, such as during sport or dance. It is especially important to practice proper posture and form when recovering ...
Views: 2683 - Medical Research Suggests Numerous Benefits of Nose Breathing for Exercise-Induced Asthma - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Dr Artour RakhimovMillions of people suffer every day from exercise induced asthma that leads to irritation and inflammation of the breathing passages (bronchi) of the lungs. There are several essential changes in the respiratory system due to exercise, if we compare exercise with quiet breathing at ...
Views: 2596(1 vote) - Scope of a Career in Sports Medicine - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Sam RichardWith the commercialization of sporting activities at various levels as well as the increasing awareness towards health and sports among general public, the need for professionals who specialize in sports medicine has drastically gone up. Typically, a sport medicine professional works towards the ...
Views: 2582 - What Are The Different Types Of Neurological Surgeries? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2017 from Gaurav GautamIn the present times, there are various treatments to treat various ailments of conditions of the spine, brain, as well as peripheral nerves. In the initial stage of the issues a physician tries to treat their patients with medications, physical therapy or even nerve blocks, but if these don’t ...
Views: 2540 - Anger After Stroke - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from Leon EdwardAfter a stroke, it’s common for the patient to experience a range of emotions, including anger. One study by the Asian Medical Center found that 32 percent of a group of 145 stroke patients reported that they felt an inability to control their anger and aggression up to a year after their ...
Views: 2522 - Conditions Associated with Overpronation - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Steve RobertsAn overpronator is a person who overpronates, meaning that when walking or running their feet tend to roll inwards to an excessive degree. Overpronation involves excessive flattening of the arches of the feet, with the roll seeing the push off take place from the inside edge of the foot and the ...
Views: 2474 - Understanding Head Injury Care and Rehabilitation Plan Detail Steps With Options and Resources that TBI affected and Families Need to Know - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2023 from Leon EdwardCare after Brain Injury After the onset of injury, the first course of treatment will be at the hospital. Imaging studies will examine the brain to look for trauma or dysfunction. A CT (computerized tomography) scan examines the brain structures. This imaging study will reveal an area of ...
Views: 2469 - What's Causing Your Mysterious Leg Pain? - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2017 from Eileen O'ShanassyExperiencing mysterious leg pains can be a pretty bewildering experience and sometimes it might seem fruitless to get a diagnosis. But it is essential to find the cause of any pains you have so you can seek proper medical treatment. Chronic or intermittent leg pain can make it difficult to walk, ...
Views: 2380 - Traumatic Head Injury: Symptoms and Recovery Process - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2017 from Leon EdwardTrauma head injury occurs when the head is subject to a blow or a wound. When a person suffers a trauma head injury, it should be assumed that the brain is also affected. Because of this, it's imperative that any traumatic head injury be evaluated by a medical professional as soon as ...
Views: 2342 - PCAT – Pharmacy College Admission Test and PCAT Preparation - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Ashfaq RahmanIf you have a vision then you need a plan and if your aim is to get past the PCAT test then your plan needs to include the right tools for task including the most important – the PCAT software. Studying to become a pharmacologist is getting more difficult as admission into pharmacy schools is ...
Views: 2234(1 vote) - Speech Therapy –A Blessing for Various Unspoken Words - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Kevin MeaneyGod has given us many beautiful things and it will not be wrong if I say that he send us by gifted five amazing senses like eye to see this beautiful world, nose to smell various awesome fragrance, tongue to taste the various delicious and different kind of foods, ear to hear various amazing ...
Views: 2201 - Cosmetic Laser Center in Pune Uses Lasers in Their Treatments - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Pallavi LaserWhen we encounter the word laser, the first thing that comes into our minds is science fiction. Lasers are always portrayed in comics and movies as weapons of mass destruction. However, in reality, lasers are not used as weapons but as a very effective tool for cosmetic treatment. Lasers are ...
Views: 2190 - Exercise prescription for the patients with Fibromyalgia - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Manzur KaderAmerican College of Rheumatology (ACR) and Swedish Fibromyalgia Association have published summary paper on fibromyalgia (FM). Fibromyalgia (FM) is a complex and chronic pain syndrome characterized by chronic widespread pain (axial plus upper and lower segment plus left- and right-sided pain), ...
Views: 2185 - ***Aches and Pains: Listening to Your Body and Empowering Yourself to Keep It Working - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2011 from Mike GaudetteWhy is it that we tend to take better care of our cars than we do our bodies? I think it’s because there is a specific monetary value attached to the car. We value what we pay for our car. Our bodies, on the other hand, have no intrinsic monetary value so we tend to take our physical body for ...
Views: 2136(2 votes) - Unloader Knee Braces - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Jonny NewtUnloader knee braces are a non-surgical treatment for osteoarthritis. They decrease the load taken through the worn part of the knee, reducing the symptoms of pain and swelling. The are rapidly gaining popularity as younger people with knee arthritis look to avoid joint replacement ...
Views: 2083(1 vote) - Water Exercise For Arthritis Sufferers - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2015 from Lizzy BullockWhat is Arthritis? Arthritis affects an estimated 50 million people in America alone. The most common form, known as osteoarthritis occurs simply because the delicate joint tissues wear away over time. A more virulent form, rheumatoid arthritis, is in fact an autoimmune disease. Rheumatoid ...
Views: 2034(1 vote) - Ayurvedic treatment for Pellegrini stieda syndrome with Diet and Exercise - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanKnee pain is a common problem that can occur due to many reasons. One such reason for the knee pain is knee injury. In general, knee injury is of many different types. Out of the many different types of knee injuries, injury on the medial side of the knee is the rare form of knee injury. In this ...
Views: 2023(1 vote) - Diet and physical activity in preventing cancer - Lung, Breast and Prostate cancer - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from Manzur KaderThe term cancer is used generically for more than 100 different diseases including malignant tumours of different sites (such as breast, cervix, prostate, stomach, colon/rectum, lung, mouth, leukaemia, sarcoma of bone, Hodgkin disease, and non-Hodgkin lymphoma). Common to all forms of the ...
Views: 1998 - Facts About Cerebral Palsy - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Linda SmithCerebral Palsy, also known as CP, is a common congenital disorder among children. Due to lack of muscle tone, muscle movement and motor skills, movement is usually not purposeful. Over 500,000 adults and children are affected. The majority of those that are affected by this disease are affected ...
Views: 1937 - Keeping Active as You Age And Other Life Long Care Of Your Body Considerations - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2017 from Leon EdwardWhen you want to make sure that the body you have lasts you your whole life, there are lots of things that you need to think about. When you want to make sure that you don't need to worry about your body giving out on you, check out some of the things that you can do to prevent it from doing ...
Views: 1930 - What are The Rheumatism Symptoms and Their Medication? - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Charles BergerAs we grow older or even as we reached middle age, we tend to experience several of discomforts and inconveniences in our body. One of these discomforts and inconveniences is having all the rheumatism symptoms. What is rheumatism? What are the rheumatism symptoms? How are the symptoms of ...
Views: 1930 - Chemical Lab Equipment Suppliers - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2012 from michael braganzaA average chemistry laboratory is one with all important equipment. Chemical laboratory equipment includes a wide variety of apparatus like glassware, thermometers, distillation equipment, sterilizers, and so on. Established chemistry lab equipment suppliers offer both new and recertified ...
Views: 1923 - Best Healing Tips After Having Slim Band Surgery - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Paul MalcolmHealing From The Procedure Will Take How Long? For many people that continue to struggle with having a weight issue; they are going to have a difficult time losing the weight. After a person has tried all the available options to them like proper dieting and exercise they will eventually ...
Views: 1906 - Top 3 Alternative Therapy Approaches That Every Rehab Facility Should Adopt - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2019 from Alvina JenniferAn increasing number of rehab centers in Columbus Ohio are embracing holistic therapy approaches as a means to improve the recovery of users who are undergoing substance abuse. Addiction is a disease that changes the way the body interacts with the abused substance in a way that it never gets ...
Views: 1877(1 vote) - CPR Certification Test - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from gloria katCPR stands for Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It is the emergency procedure applied in order to revive a patient suffering from a breathing problem or is gasping for breath. It is generally required during cardiac arrests. It can be performed in and out of the hospital. The person providing CPR ...
Views: 1870 - Narcissistic Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2016 from Darlene LancerSince writing Codependency for Dummies, countless people contact me about their unhappiness and difficulties in dealing with a difficult loved one, frequently a narcissistic partner or parent who is uncooperative, selfish, cold, and often abusive. Partners of narcissists feel torn between their ...
Views: 1867(2 votes) - How Your Posture Affects Your Lifestyle and What You Can Do to Fix It - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2017 from Claire StewartYour energy levels affect the choices you make in your life. When you have an abundance of energy, you exercise more. Since you exercise, your circulation is better and you can think more clearly. You feel more motivated and move more confidently. When you don’t have that energy, you can lose ...
Views: 1862 - Back: Important Part of Human Body, Tack Care Of It - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2012 from Dale FergusonBack is one of the important parts of our body. It plays crucial part in day to day workout. Since back is one of the vital parts of human body, we have to take care of it. For taking care of it, you have to keep yourself update with the information about the new treatment in the market. Here ...
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