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Why we need to continue to practice CDC rules even during the protests
616 ViewsA tragic time is passing through America: millions upon millions of people have been infected by the Coronavirus, and 100,000+ people have passed away. Families are mourning, and hospitals are filling up with little space for patients with other problems like heart attacks and strokes. You may be asking “there is no way this can … Continue reading “Why we need to continue to practice CDC rules even during the protests”
Read MoreWhat are the struggles faced by health care workers during this crisis?
709 ViewsMany of us have been forced to stay at home and quarantine. For some, it is a dream come true; we have no work, no chores, and no mingling with people. For others, it feels like torture not being able to leave the house. However, no matter what we think about quarantine, the most struggling … Continue reading “What are the struggles faced by health care workers during this crisis?”
Read MoreWhy COVID-19 can be coined “the roller coaster of dread”
3081 ViewsImagine this: you come home from a long, hard day of work. Reaching your driveway, you see a paramedic taking someone from your home into the ambulance. You rush over to the ambulance to see who they are taking in, and unfortunately, it is your mother. You ask whether it is a heart attack or … Continue reading “Why COVID-19 can be coined “the roller coaster of dread””
Read MoreCan a Bad Knee Cause Back Pain?
15868 ViewsAbout 84% of people experience back pain during their lifetime. Nearly one-third suffer from pain at one point. If one has had a bad knee, then it can also cause back pain. It is surprising to know that there is a strong connection between knee pain and back pain. Therefore, it is very important for … Continue reading “Can a Bad Knee Cause Back Pain?”
Read MoreCauses of a Joint Injury
1116 ViewsOur joints play a very important role in our movement. We often underestimate this blessing until our joints stop working. There can be several causes of joint pain, and one of those is an injury. An injury can compromise the function of our bones, and therefore it becomes necessary to show a doctor become it … Continue reading “Causes of a Joint Injury”
Read MoreWhat Can Cause Arthritis in Young Adults?
1564 ViewsArthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects your joints. It is an autoimmune disease that leads to pain and damage throughout your body. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, but the two types are very common osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Arthritis in young adults is not seen commonly. It … Continue reading “What Can Cause Arthritis in Young Adults?”
Read MoreRheumatoid Arthritis Remission: What Does it Do?
895 ViewsMost of the people link arthritis with old people. However, there are cases when a young adult would also be diagnosed with a specific type of arthritis known as Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). The symptoms of joint pain and swelling can be severe at certain times, and at other times they would disappear completely. When your … Continue reading “Rheumatoid Arthritis Remission: What Does it Do?”
Read MoreHow Does Vascular Inflammation Affect Our Lives?
820 ViewsAging gracefully is seeming a myth as we see more and more cases of chronic diseases around us every day. Such is vasculitis or vascular inflammation. It is a disease that leads to inflammation of veins and arteries. However, any type and size of blood carrying vessels can come at its aim. These vessels are … Continue reading “How Does Vascular Inflammation Affect Our Lives?”
Read MoreStraight Leg Raising Exercises for Knee Arthritis
947 ViewsArthritis affects a vast number of people, and as compared to men, it affects women more. When women reach the age of 30 and above, most of them start feeling knee pain. A quick thought that comes to everyone’s mind is to reach a doctor as quickly as possible before the pain starts hampering the … Continue reading “Straight Leg Raising Exercises for Knee Arthritis “
Read MoreThe Connection Between Lupus And The Brain
1214 ViewsLupus is an illness that occurs when a body’s immune system damages very own tissues and organs. Irritation through lupus can affect various organs such as joints, skin, kidneys, platelets, heart, lungs, and mind. But the question is, do lupus and the brain have any connection? People may also wonder how does lupus affect the … Continue reading “The Connection Between Lupus And The Brain”
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