Suspension Therapy is a rehabilitation and fitness method that uses suspended straps, slings, or elastic bands to facilitate body-weight-supported exercises. It helps improve strength, stability, flexibility, and neuromuscular control by engaging deep stabilizing muscles. Commonly used in physiotherapy, sports training, and functional fitness, it reduces joint stress while promoting controlled movement patterns. Examples include Redcord,…
Diabetes is an extremely prevalent yet dangerous illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that over 34 million Americans suffer from diabetes, with type 2 diabetes accounting for 90–95% of cases. Prediabetes, a condition that precedes type 2 diabetes, affects about 88 million people. Type 2 diabetes has no known cure. However,…
What is Metabolic Encephalopathy? Metabolic Encephalopathy is a diffuse brain dysfunction caused by systemic metabolic or toxic disturbances. It often results from conditions such as liver failure, kidney failure, hypoxia, sepsis, or severe electrolyte imbalances. Symptoms can range from confusion and lethargy to seizures and coma, depending on the severity of the underlying condition. The…
What is Dissociative Amnesia? Dissociative amnesia is when a patient’s mind blocks out important information about yourself, causing “gaps” in your memory. One of the most common reasons your mind blocks things out is to protect yourself from unpleasant, upsetting, or traumatic experiences. This is not the same as simply forgetting something. In most cases,…
What is a Skeletal Muscle? Skeletal muscles (often referred to as muscles) are the organs of the vertebrate muscular system and are usually connected to the bones of the skeleton by tendons. Muscle cells in skeletal muscle are much longer than in other types of muscle tissue and are often called muscle fibers. Skeletal muscle…
Tulsi, or holy basil, is a widely known herb from the Lamiaceae family. Tulsi is native to India and is widely cultivated throughout Southeast Asia. Tulsi has a special place in Ayurveda as well as the home of Hindus in the country. Hindus consider it sacred and worship it. Three main types of tulsi grow…
What is a Calcification? Calcification refers to the accumulation of calcium salts in body tissues, often leading to the hardening and loss of elasticity in those tissues. It can occur in various parts of the body, including arteries, heart valves, and even the brain. In the medical context, calcification can be associated with conditions such…
What is a Syndesmotic Ankle Sprain? A Syndesmotic Ankle Sprain, also known as a high ankle sprain, is an injury that affects the syndesmosis, which is a group of ligaments that connect the two lower leg bones, the tibia (shinbone), and the fibula (the thinner bone on the outer side of the lower leg). This…
What is Plica Syndrome? Plica syndrome is a condition where the plica, a fold of tissue in the knee joint, becomes irritated or inflamed, causing pain and discomfort. It’s typically due to overuse or repetitive motions and can lead to symptoms like knee pain, swelling, and a clicking sensation. Treatment may involve rest, physical therapy,…
What is an Appendicitis? Appendicitis is a medical condition where the appendix, a small pouch attached to the large intestine area, becomes inflamed and infected. Symptoms can include abdominal pain, especially on the right side, nausea, vomiting, and fever. If you suspect you have appendicitis, seek medical attention immediately, as it often requires surgical removal…
