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If you have a musculo-skeletal problem or injury, you might be given a referral to a physiotherapy clinic. If you have gone to one before, you know what to expect. If you are new to this service, you might ask, what is physiotherapy? Physiotherapy is also known as physical therapy. That answers the question of […]
The term “trichotillomania” comes from the Greek words “thrix,” meaning “hair” and “tillein” meaning “to pull” and “mania,” the Greek word for “madness” or “frenzy”. As the name suggests trichotillomania is a psychiatric condition in which an individual has an uncontrollable urge to pull out his or her own body hair. For people suffering from […]
To define mesothelioma is becoming a daunting task for most people who are not medically inclined. However, there are very simple and complex definitions available online and offline. I will take you through some of the definitions available and leave you to determine which one best explains it to you. In the medical fraternity, personnel […]
We all hope that we never experience a trauma or medical emergency that requires treatment. No one ever thinks they will be force to deal with a severe or critical medical condition that requires extensive medical treatment and care. Although we never want to be in such a circumstance, it is important to be informed […]
Most of us want to be healthier, but where do we start? Do we change our diet? Exercise more? Receive medical attention? Change our job? What would make us more healthy? Why not try some healing affirmations. You will not only feel better, but you may also unearth some real gems on maintaining a healthy […]
Pain has always been a major issue with dentistry. The fear of pain in dentistry is so high in fact, that many people fail to go to the dentist until their condition becomes so severe that they have no other choice than to see a dentist. A majority of individuals are terrified of the dental […]
Any type of strain put on the anus or anal area may cause hemorrhoids. Tiny veins surrounding the rectum become inflamed and a hemorrhoid is born. By reducing the strain put on the anus, we can reduce the possibility of getting hemorrhoids. There are a few basic things that you can do to alter your […]
The way to erase Stretch Marks can vary greatly depending on how much money you want to spend and your pain tolerance levels. Surgical and Laser Treatment to erase Stretch Marks : As most Stretch Marks occur on the abdomen, a tummy tuck is a popular cosmetic surgical procedure that helps get rid of them. […]
Doctors and nurses regardless of their specialties are in the business of saving lives. Each one of them has a responsibility to the patients and to give you a better understanding of some of these positions, here are a few health job descriptions. If you see a doctor, the first person that will greet you […]
You can have a career from medical education. This is because there is a demand for health worker as more hospitals are springing up and those who have been doing this for years are almost or have already reach retirement age. This means that there is a need for fresh faces to take their place. […]