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- FAQs On Head Surgery - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2015 from PRIYANSHU SAXENAQ- What is Head Injury? Ans- Head injury is a general term used to describe any trauma to the head, and most specifically to the brain itself. Q- How many types of head injury? Ans- Skull fracture: A break in the bone surrounding the brain and other structures within the ...
Views: 749 - FAQs Gastroenterology & Hepatology (Fibroscan) - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2015 from PRIYANSHU SAXENAQ- What is liver fibrosis? Ans- The liver is a vital organ that purifies the blood and synthesises, stores and transforms substances essential to the body; those functions are degraded by fibrosis. Excessive alcohol intake, infection by hepatitis B and C viruses, diabetes, certain drugs, ...
Views: 974 - FAQs On Prostate Gland - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from PRIYANSHU SAXENAQ- What is benign prostatic hyperplasia ? Ans- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition that affects the prostate gland in men. The prostate is a gland found between the bladder (where urine is stored) and the urethra (the tube urine passes through). As men age, the prostate gland ...
Views: 746 - Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Symptoms and Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2015 from Advanced OrthopedicsJuvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is the most common type of arthritis in children where the body tissues are attacked by immune system which in turn results into the inflammation of joints. Some Facts about JIA (Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis) Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis occur in ...
Views: 736 - Physical Therapy for Calf-Strain - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from accessible Physical TherapyAn injury to the muscle or tendon of muscle at the back of lower leg is referred to as Calf Strain. Nine separate muscles together makeup the calf muscle and any of these muscles can be injured individually or together. High-speed motions like running or jumping or any uncoordinated movement can ...
Views: 1022 - Some useful exercises to manage Knee Osteoarthritis - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from Robin joKnee Osteoarthritis (OA) is a kind of joint disease that results from the breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bones. People suffering from this ailment think that exercise will make their knees hurt more. But practically exercise helps ease the symptoms of knee OA. Exercises are no ...
Views: 651 - Biceps Tendinitis - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2015 from Active Physical TherapyBiceps Tendinitis is a common shoulder pathology which usually develops in younger athletic population due to repetitive overhead injuries. The patients suffering from this condition usually have to suffer pain, lesser range of motion & strength and impaired functional mobility. This pathology ...
Views: 879 - Physical Therapy Treatment for Lower Extremity Stress Fracture - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterStress fractures most commonly affect bones that undergo mechanical fatigue. These injuries are common among athletes and military recruits. Lower extremity stress fractures are more common than the upper extremities. Female athletes are more likely to develop stress fractures than the males. ...
Views: 748 - Physical Therapy: Post Below- Knee Amputation - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyBelow-knee amputation or lower–knee amputation is a surgical process conducted to remove a limb damaged due to any injury, trauma or disease. The process of amputation can be performed at any age, but is more prevalent among the age group of 65 years and older. What do we mean by Beow-Knee ...
Views: 1062 - Physical Therapy Treatments for Running & Jogging Injuries - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyRunning seems simpler and easier to everybody as all of us start running as toddlers and many of us continue with this activity throughout either for play, sports or exercise. But if the correct form is not maintained, this simple act can lead to serious injuries. What causes running ...
Views: 676 - Scaphoid Fracture - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2015 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterScaphoid bone is most commonly fractured wrist bone and it usually gets affected when you fall on the palm of the hand. Gripping or squeezing the objects often worsens the pain associated with scaphoid fracture. In case of scaphoid fracture, patients’ wrists are immobilized in a cast. ...
Views: 718 - Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2015 from accessible Physical TherapyIliotibial Band Friction Syndrome is one of the most common and least understood injuries among the runners. Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome causes pain on the outside of knee. This condition is also referred to as ITB Syndrome or STBFS and occurs due to the abnormal rubbing or fiction at the ...
Views: 747 - Raynaud’s Syndrome: How does it affect workers and how can Physical Therapy help the affected workers? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2015 from Advanced Work Rehab CenterRaynaud’s Syndrome is a great source of discomfort for the sufferer. Patients may have blotchy, discolored extremities, or may experience tingling and pain in the affected areas and numbness and spasming as well. Which category of workers is most affected by Raynaud’s Syndrome? Raynaud’s ...
Views: 726 - Obesity Related Knee Arthritis: How can Physical Therapy help? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2015 from accessible Physical TherapyAnyone can be affected with knee arthritis. The condition usually develops after the age of 40 but in case of obese people, it can develop earlier. Studies show that two out of every there obese adults are at the higher risk of developing this disabling and painful knee pathology. So it is clear ...
Views: 629 - Physical Therapy Treatment for Spinal Stenosis - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyAccording to a study made, as many as 75% of us suffer from back pain or neck pain at some point of our lifetime. Spinal Stenosis is also one of such causes of back pain that affects the bones of your back by narrowing the openings within the bones. What do we mean by Spinal ...
Views: 740 - Physical Therapy Treatment for the Patients’ with Hand Arthritis - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Active Physical TherapyYour hands help you in cooking, cleaning, brushing, typing and in every type of daily routine activities that you perform. But you do not notice the importance of hands unless some impairment or deformity makes it difficult for you to use your hands. Hand Arthritis is one such pathology that ...
Views: 921 - Juvenile Disc Disorder - by Submitted on May 30, 2015 from Active Physical TherapyMost of the times, chronic back pain or long term back problems are associated with elderly or middle-aged people. But Juvenile Disc Disorder can also affect the people as young as 20 years of age. It means that if you are an adolescent, even then you cannot save yourself from this deformity. ...
Views: 1248 - Piriformis Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on May 30, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyPiriformis muscle is a flat and band like muscle that is located in buttocks near the top of the hip joint. This muscle helps in the movement of the lower body as it makes the hip joint stable and as well lifts and rotates the thigh. What do we mean by Piriformis Syndrome? Piriformis ...
Views: 754 - Piriformis Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on May 30, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyPiriformis muscle is a flat and band like muscle that is located in buttocks near the top of the hip joint. This muscle helps in the movement of the lower body as it makes the hip joint stable and as well lifts and rotates the thigh. What do we mean by Piriformis Syndrome? Piriformis ...
Views: 846 - Physical Therapy Guidelines to Relieve Back Pain - by Submitted on May 23, 2015 from accessible Physical TherapyAccording to the studies, almost 50 million of Americans suffer from chronic back pain and it is the most common reason for the doctor visits’ as well. Various factors can cause back pain to an individual including; lack of exercise, poor work ergonomics, poor posture, excessive weight and ...
Views: 730 - Lower Crossed Syndrome - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2015 from accessible Physical TherapyWhen some people find it difficult to stand upright for a long time or have low back pain with the symptoms going down the back of leg or front of the thigh, they considered it to be ‘sciatica’ but there is every possibility that they may be suffering from Lower Crossed Syndrome (LCS) or Pelvic ...
Views: 1212 - Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2015 from Active Physical TherapyCubital Tunnel Syndrome is the second most common nerve compression, caused by increased pressure on the ulnar nerve at the elbow. The people, who repeatedly lean on their elbows or bend their elbows for sustained periods, are more likely to get affected by this condition. This condition is more ...
Views: 724 - Foot Drop: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyWhat do you understand by Foot Drop? Foot Drop, also referred to as ‘drop foot’ is a gait abnormality, where person is unable to lift his/her forefoot and hence walking becomes challenging for such persons. Foot drop is not a disease in itself but rather a sign of underlying foot disorder ...
Views: 984 - How to Avoid Back Pain during Gardening Season? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyWarming up of weather and occasional glimpses of yellow orb in the sky excites most of us to get out in our gardens and make preparations for the spring time. Gardening is an excellent and vigorous outdoor and therapeutic activity but it also sends many of us to the doctors and physical ...
Views: 667 - How To Get Into Pole Dancing-Can Anyone Do Pole Dancing - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2015 from Joan RiversHow to get into pole dancing; 1. Feel instant results. Pole dancing is equivalent to a gym session. It is guaranteed to make you sweat! Since pole dancing is fast paced and entertaining, it is a great way to get your cardio in. Can anyone do pole dancing; It will also help you improve ...
Views: 1360 - Asthma Got You All Choked Up? Abort Attacks With Self-Hypnosis - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Nicky SilohaAllergies are one of the most common medical disorders affecting Americans today. An allergy is an immune system response to an environmental stimulus. The body incorrectly identifies the stimulus as harmful, and attempts to protect it, causing the symptoms of allergic reaction. The most common ...
Views: 678 - What are Symptoms, Causes and Treatment available to treat Hip Bursitis? - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2015 from Alliance Rehab & Physical TherapyHip Trochanteric Bursitis is one of the most common reasons of hip pain. This condition affects both the active and inactive individuals but the condition is more common among the middle-aged women or females. What do we mean by Hip Trochanteric Bursitis? Hip Trochanteric Bursitis occurs ...
Views: 631 - 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: 2418 - Radial Tunnel Syndrome - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2014 from Active Physical TherapyWhat do we mean by Radial Tunnel Syndrome? What are its potential causes, symptoms and treatment options? Radial Tunnel Syndrome 1Most of the athletes visit physical therapists for their lateral elbow pain. Physical therapists are of the view that Radial Tunnel Syndrome (RTS) occurs due to ...
Views: 700 - 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: 1931 - 4 Best Resources for Repairing Your Life after a Debilitating Injury - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2014 from Anica OaksAfter suffering from a serious injury, victims should use several important resources for a solid recovery. Such individuals need to recover on a physical, emotional and financial level. Physical Therapy A car accident or slip and fall can cause serious short and long term injuries. Physical ...
Views: 1073 - Sweet Sleep Can Be Yours - by Submitted on May 15, 2014 from nancy traversWe all know a good night’s sleep is important. We feel better, more productive when we’ve had enough. But when our body is sleep deprived, it weakens our immune system, making us more vulnerable to infection. So why is a good night’s sleep so elusive? There are a number of fairly ...
Views: 891 - 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: 2886(1 vote) - Holiday Stress-Busters - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2014 from nancy traversIf you are one of those people for whom the holidays bring a certain amount of dread, take heart. You are not alone. Even those who seem blissfully cheery are susceptible to moments of loneliness or despair, often exacerbated by stress. Here are a few suggestions to mitigate that stress: Take ...
Views: 993 - 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: 4364(1 vote) - Carpal Tunnel Symptoms: Are Steroid Injections the Answer? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Frank StaffordCarpal tunnel symptoms are extraordinarily debilitating and can can even deprive an individual of rest, with the tingling and pins and needles feeling being so extreme that it may even wake a person up in the middle of the night. It's no wonder that lots of people are looking for fast solutions ...
Views: 1121 - Lose Weight with Auricular Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Igor StilerBalanced diets and exercise regimens may not always work for weight control. Many people are finding that auricular therapy is effective when conventional weight loss methods fail. Obesity is now one of the most serious health issues worldwide. Balanced diets and exercise regimens may not ...
Views: 1317 - 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: 10744(2 votes) - 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: 1748(1 vote) - 5 Easy Ways to Prevent Running Injuries - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Ryan RiveraHaving an injury while you are running is every runner's fear. For starters, it could be a similar problem too especially if you are just beginning. So for you to eliminate that kind of fear, you have to understand that even when injuries happen, you can basically do something to prevent it from ...
Views: 1220 - Exercise Options for People with Multiple Sclerosis - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2013 from youngrin peterEven with the physically challenging symptoms of multiple sclerosis, people with the disorder can enjoy healthy living with varied range of activities. To exercise with multiple sclerosis, you need not be an athlete or have a medal for your physical exercise or workout. Physical therapy is ...
Views: 999 - 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: 1678 - 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: 1923 - A Fundamental Guide to Managing Foot Pain - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Gerry AguilarThere's a fairly good chance that when you happen to be working with a trauma regarding feet discomfort that you'll need to find a way to get better as soon as possible, and there are actually several different ways whereby you may be able to accelerate the process of recovery. Taking the time ...
Views: 1241 - Various benefits of physical therapy - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Abdul waheedOver the past few years, the field of medicine has made a considerable progress. But people are still looking for easy ways to get rid of diseases, illnesses and to stay healthy. Due to poor eating habits, people have done more harm than good to their health. Today, even youngsters have some ...
Views: 800 - Some Valuable Information about Physiotherapy Treatment - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from steve robertIn today’s busy schedule, we hardly have time for ourselves. It is because of our negligence that we suffer from different types of health issues. The most common disorder that affects one third of the total population every year is back pain. We all suffer from pain and at some point of time; ...
Views: 814(1 vote) - Can Physiotherapy Help You Get Rid Of Chronic Back Pain - by Submitted on May 06, 2013 from Abdul waheedIf we look at the statistics, we come to know that lower back pain is so common across the world. As a matter of fact, it acts on thousands of millions of people in different parts of the world. According to a careful estimate, around 60-80% people suffer from back pain at some point in their ...
Views: 1012 - Physiotherapy for the treatment of back pain - by Submitted on May 06, 2013 from Abdul waheedIf you have some kind of physical problem caused by an accident, illness or aging, you can go to an experienced physiotherapist. Movement is the primary factor when it comes to maintaining health. Physiotherapy is a combination of wide range of techniques used to treat a host of health problems. ...
Views: 924 - Neuropathy Pain and Physiotherapy - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Abdul waheedNeuropathy pain can be treated in a variety of ways. For instance, you can use over-the-counter medicine, anti-convulsant medicine, and physiotherapy techniques. To cut down the pain and reduce stress, experts recommend seeing an experienced physiotherapist. Aside from these treatments, you can ...
Views: 927 - Completely Psychic Community - 3 of Cups in Tarot - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Smith BarlayThe main focus is on self-improvement, self-healing (nourishment or recovery), self-realization and self-love, social interactions, the consequences of others, spiritual awakening, and/or animals or pets. Since you will be not able to management exterior conditions, you will recognize that you ...
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