Papal vestments serve both practical and symbolic purposes. Although early practices subscribed to secular dress, Celestine I rebuked the practice in 429. As a result, Christians adopted the clothing of early Roman antiquity. This proved an important decision since the lack of photographs and portraits meant that the faithful had no way to recognize their…
DetailsThe Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) is the joint that connects the maxilla (upper jaw bone) to the mandible (lower jaw bone). The joint is a sliding ball and socket joint with a disk between. The primary muscles in the area are the massetter and the temporalis which allow the jaw to open, close and to move…
DetailsFrozen shoulder is a medical condition that is known clinically as adhesive capsulitis. It causes stiffness and restricted movement in the shoulder and arm. The shoulder capsule or joint is the part of the shoulder that houses the tendons and ligaments. These tendons and ligaments attach the arm bone to the shoulder blade bone. When…
DetailsCollar stiffeners are essential shirt accessories for the well-dressed man; they enable the shirt collar to lay flat against the collarbone rather than curling up or down. For none UK readers, what the British call collar stiffeners may be known as collar sticks, bones, tabs or stays, although stays are also those safety pin type…
DetailsProstaglandin gels are popularly used during labor and delivery as an artificial way of inducing labor for women who have difficulty doing so. They mimic the action of prostaglandin, a natural hormone produced by the body. Prostaglandin thins and softens the cervix, preparing it for delivery of the baby. When prostaglandin gels are used, the…
DetailsYou wake up and realize that you can not move. You can not speak, and then, all of a sudden you realize you're not alone. If you've never experienced Old Hag Syndrome, then you're very, very fortunate. If you're unfamiliar with the phenomenon, let me enlighten you … so to speak. A person wakes or…
DetailsThe treatment for bipolar disorder usually involves bipolar medication. Often medications are used in combination for effective results, and it can take a period of trying different medications before a suitable medication or combination of bipolar medications is found to suit the individual. Because bipolar mood swings often move between periods of mania and depression,…
DetailsMany times we come across peripheral ailments. They may seem to be minor ones, but if ignored, they become chronic. One such ailment is white spots on the tonsils. These can occur in various parts around the tonsils, inside the mouth and on the neck. Most of these white spots are visible with a naked…
DetailsDiabetes is a silent killer. It preys on one's body like animal in the wild. It can take away one's limbs, eyes and also eat away one's organs. This deadly disease is capable of many things to create havoc in one's life. It is important to remember not to ignore this lethal disease for it…
DetailsToday's generation is the first generation in US history not expected to live longer than their parents. The main reason: obesity. Doctors are concerned about childhood obesity because it can lead to life-threatening conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, asthma, and sleep apnea. Regretfully, social isolation and discrimination can also be an income…
DetailsRashes are commonplace and many people all over the world suffer from an annoying, itchy rash at some point or other. However not many people seem to be able to tell the difference between a normal everyday rash and a yeast infection rash. In fact, there can be many different types & causes of everyday…
DetailsThroat thrush is a form of oral thrush which occurs in the throat. Also known as oral candida, it is a yeast infection which occurs when the naturally occurring candida yeast starts to grow in excess and can not be effectively managed by the body. Thrush can cause and uncomfortable burning sensation in the throat,…
DetailsWhen considering safe food handling for gluten allergies there are a number of areas to be considered. Food preparation and storage at home is the easiest to deal with and will depend on whether you are catering for one or two family members or the whole family. If the whole family is to avoid gluten…
DetailsAre you looking for the effective anxiety attacks treatment? Social anxiety affects about 5.3 million people in the United States. The average age of onset of social phobia is between age 11 and 19 – the teenage years. How to cure social anxiety in teenagers? Most teens get a little nervous in social situations, like…
DetailsThe article deals with the healing qualities of mountain arnica and useful guidelines on how to use the herb when dealing with various health problems. Arnica root and blossoms are used to make tincture and extract, which are included in various compound remedies intended for external use to deal with burn, skin inflammation, inflamed veins,…
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