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Therapeutic Techniques: Hydrokinesitherapy
Hydrokinesitherapy
Consists of the application of exercise therapy or physical therapy through exercises in the aquatic environment, taking advantage of thermal and mechanical properties of the water. Includes therapeutic exercises such as swimming, walking and exercises different parts of the body.
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These techniques produce a strengthening of weakened muscles, improve blood circulation, thereby relaxing the muscles and decrease or disappearance of muscle pain and, in the same way, joint pain relief with improved function. Read the rest of this entry »
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Facts of omega 3: Beneficial Effects
For more effectively the beneficial effects of Omega 3, it is desirable to integrate our diet foods that contain them, not so much as food supplements but as part of what we eat. Thus, we can mention:
- Reduce the likelihood of disease relapse that occurs in chronic inflammation of the intestinal tract and other organs.
- Significantly improves child cases of seborrheic dermatitis (“flakes” of fat that form in newborns, especially in the scalp) and skin diseases in children from contact with the diaper.
- Relief of pain and stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis (inflammation of the joints, usually including the hands and feet, presence of pain that can destroy the inside of the joint).
- Contribution to the perfect baby’s development before and after delivery.
- Regulation in blood pressure levels, especially if you suffer from hypertension (high blood pressure).
- Prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Read the rest of this entry »
Salmon: As Healthy As Tasty
From a nutritional standpoint, the salmon is grouped with tuna, sardines, herring, eels, tuna, swordfish and trout in the “blue fish”, which are distinguished by their exquisite flavor and because 10% of weight is fat (white fish is only 2%).
Regular consumption of these foods is highly recommended to all people because of their nutritional properties, however, is far preferable for those who are at risk of cardiovascular disease or thrombosis (partial or total blockage of the bloodstream, caused by a clot .) This is not a contradiction, since the predominant type of fat in these fish (unsaturated) is useful in preventing and treating health problems of the circulatory system.
Indeed, salmon contains large amount of omega-3 fatty acid, which acts to reduce levels of bad cholesterol (low density) in blood, and slightly increases good cholesterol (high density), thus reducing the risk of formation of blood clots in the blood, while minimizing the accumulation of fat in artery walls (arteriosclerosis). Read the rest of this entry »
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Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy is the use of water by its chemical properties but rather by their physical properties. Hydrotherapy in the patient benefits from the application of different water pressure and water baths that can be cold or hot.
HidroterapiaLa immersion in hot water baths increases body temperature and promote the dilation of blood vessels which increases the risk of blood in the skin and muscles.
Cold water baths lead to constriction of blood vessels reducing the risk peripheral blood, both in the skin and muscles, promoting and increasing circulation to internal organs.
There are several ways to use the spa water:
- The bathrooms where hot water may be used in which case the body can remain immersed for half an hour with cold water duration is limited to five minutes, and if we combine hot and cold water can be applied respectively for 5 and 10 minutes. The baths are recommended for arthritis problems, skin diseases and circulatory disorders, however not recommend this type of therapeutic baths in the heart or in cases of hypertension.
- The washes consist of applying water with a cloth body areas of interest.
- The puffs are mostly used in treatments for respiratory diseases in the hot water is often added some kind of extract or herbs that help clear the respiratory system. The fumes are also used in beauty treatments.
- The jets are usually applied in many spas and consist of water jets at different pressure and temperature are applied to the patient.
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Benefits of Ultraviolet Light Therapy
1. Ultraviolet light is an effective treatment for psoriasis. Reported that the condition of 80% of patients with psoriasis improves when exposed to UV rays
2. Ultraviolet light is also an effective treatment for many diseases, including asthma.
3. UV light activates vitamin D synthesis, a prerequisite for the absorption of calcium and other minerals in the diet.
4. UV light increases the level of sex hormones. According to the findings, it has been shown that estrogen has a strong absorption peak in a portion of the UVB range (~ 290nm). This indicates that estrogen us more efficient when a woman is exposed to UV wavelengths.
5. UV light increases the efficiency of the heart. Of every 20 people exposed to ultraviolet light in the study, 18 people tested increased cardiac output (average 39%). In other words, their hearts became stronger and pumped more blood.
6. UV light lowers blood pressure. This was observed in a study carried out in some people who were exposed to ultraviolet light than once. A dramatic decrease in high blood pressure was observed, an effect that lasted 5 to 6 days.
7. UV light reduces cholesterol. This fact, an experiment in which patients with hypertension and related circulatory problems were exposed to ultraviolet light. 97% of these patients had almost a 13% decrease in serum cholesterol levels 2 hours after first exposure. Addition, 86% of patients within the group maintained the same level of cholesterol in serum 24 hours later.
Other types of fat involved in heart disease are also reduced by exposure to UV radiation, an event which may reflect the fact that the body needs ultraviolet light to help break cholesterol.
8. UV light helps weight loss. Thought that this is caused by the fact that UV stimulates the thyroid gland, which increases metabolism and thus burning calories.
Pregnancy In The Best State of health
When we talk about family planning, we often focus exclusively on contraception. But also we can use this plan to, once we decided to go for a baby, do it with all guarantees to carry out a safe pregnancy. Of these guarantees, the main deal is to pregnancy in the best state of health. This means that whether we consider ourselves healthy women as if they have any chronic diseases or are following drug treatment, should we make a preconception consultation to serve as guidance to our gynecologist and help us to avoid the odd scare. Read the rest of this entry »
Toxemia of pregnancy
Toxemia of pregnancy, more commonly known as preeclampsia is a problem of variable severity that occurs during pregnancy. Its appearance is usually normal during the second trimester of pregnancy, although in some cases can be detected in the first 20 weeks.
Do not know the specific causes of preeclampsia, but there are a number of groups of women at increased risk of suffering such as those with obesity, over 35 years, mothers, multiple pregnancies (twins or more) or history of diabetes and hypertension in the family. Read the rest of this entry »
The Most Common Symptoms Of Hypertension
Hypertension is an asymptomatic disease in its early stages and whose consequences are very serious, so early detection will help us keep it under control and thereby greatly reduce the chances of an accident occurring cardiovascular or kidney in the future.
As mentioned above, is asymptomatic, but usually has some symptoms that are occasional and of short duration not associated with hypertension, but to them we go to the doctor to conduct a study and tell us whether or not we hypertension. The most common symptoms of hypertension are dizziness, nosebleeds, ringing in the ears, chest pain, fatigue, vision problems Read the rest of this entry »
Are Weight Loss Supplements Quick Way To Lose Weight?
Chemical additives are the basic chemicals found and removed from food. Usually given in larger doses to promote weight loss quickly and continuously to maintain the desired weight. Despite extracted from foods are often altered and combined with other substances. Some of these supplements such as ephedra and bitter orange can increase metabolism, but studies show it can cause hypertension and other heart-related diseases, these should be avoided. Chromium, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), 7-Keto Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA 7-Keto) and L-Carnitine more studies on its efficacy as supplements for rapid weight loss. Yet the right to raise metabolic rate, is still safe to proceed with caution in taking these supplements for rapid weight loss.
Supplements for quick weight loss herbal or chemical triggers generally based metabolism, brain and gastro-intestinal functions. These products promote weight loss quick ways to alter the body’s natural system. So, as a precautionary measure, always consult your physician before taking any supplements, either herbal or chemical based, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, with a history of hypertension, diabetes and other health problems that requires medication.
Smoking Can Trigger Psoriasis
In psoriasis, skin cells multiply rapidly, resulting in pain, itchy rashes. Although the exact cause of psoriasis is a mystery, a study by a team of American and Canadian researchers reveals a potential trigger of the disease: smoking.
A review of data collected in the Nurses Health Study, researchers reported the following results:
The risk of a smoker to develop psoriasis is almost 80 percent higher than that of people who have never smoked
Risk of developing psoriasis is more than 35 percent higher among people who are former smokers compared with never smokers (this risk remains elevated for as long as 20 years after quitting smoking)
Among smokers, those who smoke more are at high risk
Exposure to secondhand smoke also increases risk, especially among children
Researchers predict that treatments of psoriasis are probably more effective among non-smokers compared with smokers
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