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PHYSIOTHERAPY AND PAIN-RELIEVING DRUG ABUSE Prescription drug abuse (PDA) occurs when an individual (health professionals inclusive) uses a prescribed drug for non-medical purposes, use more than the prescribed dose or continue using it even after the amount prescribed by the physician was taken. Self-medication, on the other hand is the selection and use of drugs […]
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Health benefits of regular physical activity include: Strengthens the heart, muscles and bones. Prevents heart disease, stroke, obesity, diabetes, dementia, high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome and some cancers ( colon and breast cancer). Recommended in the treatment of stroke, diabetes, some cancers, low back pain, arthritis, neck pain and a whole lot of other health […]
Progress in suicide prevention activities in some countries, but much more is needed The number of countries with national suicide prevention strategies has increased in the five years since the publication of WHO’s first global report on suicide, said the World Health Organization in the lead-up to World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September. But […]
Everyone likes being smiled at because smiles are powerful. It does not cost much to put up a smile on your face. Want to know the health benefits of a smile? Check these out: 1. Boosts mood A smile helps the body release the ‘feel-good’ chemicals (endorphins, serotonin, oxytocin, dopamine) into the bloodstream. These helps […]
During exercise, muscle contractions release chemical signals which promote brain network development. This shows that exercise is beneficial not just for physical health, but also for cognitive health. So, continue with your exercise routine! Source: Lee, K. Y., Rhodes, J. S., & Saif, M. T. A. (2023). Astrocyte-mediated transduction […]
Do you know that low back pain can be relieved with exercise? Low back pain could transform from being acute to a chronic disorder. This transition is associated with some psychosocial problems. As a result of this, low back pain could lead to both physical and psychosocial disabilities. However, opioids are not so wonderful in […]
Do you know that your genes, especially those in charge of maintenance and repair, have a role to play in your aging process? They regulate your aging process and account for about 25% of the changes in your longevity. Other non-genetic factors which regulate your aging process include nutrition, lifestyle and socioeconomic factors (occupation, education, […]
Yes! Even though pain usually relates to a physical injury or damage, it can affect the emotional state of an individual. Emotional distress due to osteoarthritis affects both men and women, and is worsened by comorbidities. If you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, ask your health care provider if you need psychotherapy among other treatments. […]
As humans, we learn how to walk naturally right from the cradle. Our parents never taught us how to walk. Why? We were born to walk, not to hop or fly. Walking is one of the easiest but the most underrated activities to perform, and it is not only good for the body (heart, lungs, […]
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Here are some reasons why older adults shuffle while walking: Loss of flexibility in ankle and feet Reduced ability to maintain balance Poor vision Fear of fall Weak hips and leg muscles Joint pain due to degeneration Slow reaction time when unbalanced Side effects of medications Worn or poorly-fitting shoes or slippers Uneven or slippery […]
Running has several health benefits. They include: * Strengthens the bones *Tones up the muscles *Works up the heart *may help prevent future knee replacement surgery But before you start running, *Talk to a physiotherapist (some of the reasons for this include but not limited to: know if you are fit to engage […]