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Eye Injuries – Causes of Eye Injuries
Eye injuries range from the very minor, such as getting soap in your eye, to the catastrophic, resulting in permanent loss of vision. A black eye is often a minor injury, but it can also appear when there is significant eye injury or head trauma. A visit to the doctor or an eye specialist may be required to rule out serious injury, particularly if you're not certain of the cause of the black eye.
Elbow Pain – Information on Elbow Pain
The elbow is the joint where three long bones meet in the middle portion of the arm. The bone of the upper arm (hummers) meets the inner bone of the forearm (ulna) and the outer bone of the forearm (radius) to form a hinge joint. The radius and ulna also meet in the elbow to allow for rotation of the forearm. The elbow functions to move the arm like a hinge (forward and backward) and in rotation (twisting outward and inward).
Diverticula – What are Diverticula?
Diverticular disease is common in the Western world but is extremely rare in areas such as Asia and Africa. Diverticular disease increases with age. It is uncommon before the age of forty, and is seen in more than fifty percent of people over the age of sixty in the United States. Whereas most patients with diverticular disease have no or few symptoms, some patients will develop bleeding, infection (diverticulitis), constipation, abdominal cramps, and even colon obstruction.
Coeliac Disease- Information on Coeliac Disease
Coeliac disease, also known as celiac disease, is a common bowel condition that is caused by intolerance to a protein called gluten. Gluten is found in wheat, rye, and barley, which are often used to make foods such as bread, pasta, and biscuits. Some symptoms may be confused with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or wheat intolerance, while others may be put down to stress, or getting older.
Brucellosis – Information on Brucellosis
Brucellosis is a zoonotic infection transmitted from animals to humans by ingestion of infected food products, direct contact with an infected animal, or inhalation of aerosols. This last method of transmission is remarkably efficient given the relatively low concentration of organisms (as few as 10-100 bacteria) needed to establish infection in humans and has brought renewed attention to this old disease.
Botulism – Information on Botulism
Botulism is a rare but serious paralytic illness caused by a nerve toxin that is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. There are three main kinds of botulism. Foodborne botulism is caused by eating foods that contain the botulism toxin. Wound botulism is caused by toxin produced from a wound infected with Clostridium botulinum.
Achilles Tendonitis – Information on Achilles Tendonitis
Achilles tendonitis is a condition of irritation and inflammation of the large tendon in the back of the ankle. Achilles tendonitis is a common overuse injury that tends to occur in middle-age recreational athletes. The overuse causes inflammation that can lead to pain and swelling. Furthermore, Achilles tendonitis can lead to small tears within the tendon, and make it susceptible to rupture.
Achilles Tendonitis – Symptoms and Causes of Achilles Tendonitis
It is estimated that Achilles tendonitis accounts for around 11% of all running injuries. The Achilles tendon is the large tendon at the back of the ankle. It connects the large calf muscles (Gastrocnemius and Soleus) to the heal bone (calcaneus) and provides the power in the push off phase of the gait cycle. The Achilles tendon can become inflamed through overuse as well as a number of contributory factors.
Dr. David Fellows - World Class Surgeon Explores Artistic Side
Dr. David Fellows is a world class surgeon who specializes in artistic values within the plastic surgery field. As a renowned surgeon who has written countless papers on plastic surgery, Dr. Fellows offers a unique view on the plastic surgery industry.
How to Prevent a Stroke
Preventing a stroke is not difficult if you take certain precautions. According to the national stroke association, patients are advised to know certain steps in order to prevent a stroke. Read about these here.
Extra Large, Good or Bad?
Are you on the plus side? Do you feel like you are being judges with your waistline? You’re not alone. Let’s step up and hold our chins high.
Principles of Ayurveda
Traditionally, abhyanga massage is performed in the morning, to clarify the mind and stimulate the client for the day. According to the principles of ayurveda, everyone has a specific body type known as a dosha. The oil is allowed to soak in for several minutes before the massage therapist begins, using rhythmic, gentle strokes with the whole palm.
Shirodhara – Ayurvedic Treatment
The benefits of Ayurveda are known to many. Ayurveda is one of the oldest kinds of treatments that originated in India. . Shirodhara helps to remove all the built up elements that cause harm to the body. This also helps one to feel relaxed and helps a person to have a positive approach towards life.
The Close Association High Blood Pressure and Stroke
High blood pressure and stroke are related to each other. High blood pressure is known to be the most significant factor in a stroke attack. It actually increases the risk factor. There are numerous ways in which high blood pressure can increase the risk of stroke in many ways. Read more about this here.
Candida: Food Craving 101- Update
Article addresses the candida yeast growth in your body and how it can cause food problems
3 Exciting Alzheimer's Discoveries to Watch
Will we live to see a cure for the devastation of Alzheimer's? Here are three new breakthroughs which show tremendous promise for beating this crippling disease.
The Best Diet to Loose Weight
Who doesn't want the best diet in his or her world. Here's what to do to improve your diet right now for the benefit of the rest of your life.
Study Warns of Increased Risks in Blood Substitutes
In another potential blow to the development of blood substitutes, new research published Monday warned of an increased risk of heart attack and death from use of such products and criticized the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for allowing certain clinical trials beyond 2000.
Anyone Else Want to Know the Truth of Yoga
yoga is a powerful form of exercise that originated as a form of spiritual practice in the country of India. While the version of Yoga has little to do with the Hindu practice, it can provide many of the same benefits that the Hindu's receive from participating in Yoga
Super Slow Training - a Bodybuilder's Secret Weapon
Are you feeling burned out on your current bodybuilding training regimen? Have you been plugging away at the same low-weight, high set routine for years now, and you just feel like your central nervous system needs a break? Do you love training, but feel the wear and tear on your joints starting to add up? Do you just spend too much time in the gym without seeing good results? Super-slow training might be the solution you're looking for.