– Heart rate: 60-90 BPM, found by listening (ausculting) with stethoscope at fleece-free area under elbow. Heart rates can be increased due to exercise/exertion/excitement, stress, fever, or pain. Arrhythmias are common in SAC’s-generally no big deal. -Temperature: Varies from 99.5 to 102F. Neonates are unable to thermoregulate and have a wider temperature range. Ambient temperatures…
DetailsIn the US alone, relevant statistics show that there are around 150,000 patients who have had hip joint replacements. And a big chunk of this number are aged sixty and above. But hip joint problems are hardly restricted to older people. Regardless of your age or race, you can have problems with your hip bones…
DetailsThe Ascendant is the first house of the horoscope and the rest of the houses are reckoned from it. It indicates the general appearance, character and temperament of the native. The lord/house of ascendant indicates the native’s vitality, vigour and disposition, his natural tendencies and personality are judged from this house. The planets are in…
DetailsA reflexologist is a person who performs the art of reflexology. Reflexology is the practice of applying pressure at specific pressure points on the hands and feet to promote the natural healing of the body. Reflexologists believe that specific points in the hands and feet are connected to all the major organs in the body…
DetailsThe knee is a remarkable creation. It is both durable and vulnerable at the same time. The way the knee is assembled, with the patella (kneecap) virtually “floating” in front of the joint with relatively large spaces between the related bones, the knee depends on surrounding muscle and ligaments to keep it stable and strong.…
DetailsAny motorcycle accident attorney will tell you that the bike is one of the most dangerous vehicles on the road. Since the year 2000, deaths from bike collisions have increased in an appalling 78%. This means that the motorcycle is a more accident-prone vehicle compared to an automobile. It also means that this is a…
DetailsThere is a very common misunderstanding among the greater number of people about Physiotherapy and Massage therapy. It is not the same application and one cannot get all the benefits from both the therapies. Although both therapies can perform almost the same kind of functions. The below-discussed post sparks light on the fundamental difference between…
DetailsOsteoporosis, also known as the “silent disease”, is characterized by low bone mass and decreased bone tissue. The bones become brittle, thin and prone to fractures, especially of the hip, spine and wrist. Risk factors for developing primary osteoporosis are being postmenopausal, Caucasian or Asian descent, family history, low body weight, little or no physical…
DetailsThings have changed quite a bit since the days when it wasn’t uncommon that a baby or its mother died during the birthing process. These days, mothers are able to take home their babies within hours of having given birth. Still, though, there are complications associated with giving birth to a child. 75 percent of…
DetailsRonald Brownstein in this short, concise 2009 book has produced a complete and accurate account of the recent ugly, partisan side of politics. He provides a backdrop and history of some of the contributing factors and events which have led to this unfortunate era of United States political intrigue and competition – some of the…
DetailsIf you have reflux esophagitis, chances are you’ll know it. It presents with some very obvious symptoms. The main symptom is a burning chest pain that is similar to heartburn. This pain is caused by acid backing up into your esophagus and can cause damage to the esophageal lining. Left untreated, it can also increase…
DetailsMost people have had swollen, irritated or painful taste buds at some point in their lives. Fortunately, in most cases this is not a serious problem and there is no need to seek medical attention. Simple home remedies can often help reduce the discomfort. More serious causes of swollen taste buds include allergies, and some…
DetailsHuman beings live their lives in pursuit of many things. More often than not, we are pre-occupied with material things, which would seem to make our lives better. We are often consumed with our jobs, money and status in society. We often forget one of the most fundamental pillars of happiness: health. They say that…
DetailsSo isbee propolis a natural antibiotic? Here’s some research to help you judge for yourself! Did you know that propolis is used so extensively in Russia that it has been labelled the ‘Russian Penicillin’? I certainly didn’t, until very recently. But I was aware that knowledge about the antibiotic and healing properties of propolis dates…
DetailsHernia Patch Litigation Court Will Hear Claims by Patients With Non-Recalled Hernia Mesh and Patch Devices Manufactured by Bard, Inc. and Davol, Inc. The court assigned to oversee the nationwide hernia patch and mesh lawsuits will hear claims of patients with both recalled and non-recalled hernia mesh and patch devices. Over the last few years…
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