Acupressure Treatment Health Feed

Acupuncture is a kind of therapy that combines needles with pressure and pain points in order to delicately apply pressure for pain relief. This form of physical therapy is being increasingly recognised as an efficient method of treating pain in joints, muscles, bones and even for migraine pain. So let us find out more about Acupuncture and pain management.

* Chronic or Long Term Pain: There are many ailments that cause chronic or long term pain. These include back pain, neck pain, stif...more

The word acupuncture comes from the Latin word for needle (acus) and it means puncturing of bodily tissue for the relief of pain . Physiotherapy use of acupuncture in the form of dry needling is often confused with the Eastern medicine practice of acupuncture. While Chinese acupuncture is based on healing through correcting the energy flow of a person, dry needling involves relieving muscle trigger points and is practiced by physiotherapists based on Western medicine principles.

Dry ne...more

What is Intestinal obstruction?

Intestinal obstruction is a blockage of your small intestine or colon that prevents food and fluid from passing through. A complete intestinal obstruction is a medical emergency. It often requires surgery.

Symptoms of Intestinal obstruction-

Crampy abdominal pain
Abdominal distention
Nausea
Bloating
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Constipation
Inability to have a bowel movement or pass gas
Causes of Intestinal obstructi...more

What is Flatfeet?

The absence of an arch is known as flatfeet. It allows your entire foot to touch the floor when you stand up. All children are born with flat feet. After the age of three, children begin to develop an arch. It is also known as Fallen Arches.

Symptoms of Flatfeet-

Foot pain, particularly in the heel or arch area
Difficulty standing on tiptoe
Swelling along the inside of the ankle
Causes of Flatfeet-

Hererditary
Abnormal foot d...more

What is Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a common and chronic disorder. It is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues.

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia-

Pain all over
Fatigue
Sleep disturbances
Anxiety and Depression
Muscle knots, cramping, weakness
Digestive disorders
Headache
Balance problems
Burning skin
Causes of Fibromyalgia-

Genetics
Infections
Physical or emo...more

What is Fetal alcohol syndrome?

Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is a condition that results from alcohol exposure during pregnancy. When a woman drinks alcohol during pregnancy, she risks giving birth to a child who will pay the price in mental and physical deficiencies for his or her entire life.

Symptoms of Fetal alcohol syndrome-

Deformities of joints, limbs and fingers
Low birth weight
Small head circumference
Slow physical growth before and after birthmore

Female sexual dysfunction occurs when a woman is not able to fully, healthily, and pleasurably experience some or all of the various physical stages the body normally experiences during sexual activity.

Symptoms of Female sexual dysfunction-

You cannot experience an orgasm
Pain during sexual contact
Lack of sexual desire
Feelings of fear or anger towards their partners
Causes of Female sexual dysfunction-

Lower estrogen levels
Arthritis
Urinary ...more

What is Febrile Seizure?

A febrile seizure is a convulsion in young children. It is triggered by a fever. Fortunately, febrile seizures aren t as dangerous as they may look. They re usually harmless and typically don t indicate a long-term or ongoing problem.

Symptoms of Febrile Seizure-

Have a fever higher than 100.4 F (38.0 C)
A child often loses consciousness
Shake or jerk the arms and legs on both sides of the body
Your child may also vomit and foam at ...more

What is Geographic tongue?

Geographic tongue is a benign condition that affects the surface of your tongue. Geographic tongue is also known as benign migratory glossitis. It is a map-like appearance of your tongue due to irregular patches on its surface.

Symptoms of Geographic tongue-

Map-like appearance to the surface of the tongue
Smooth, red patches and sores (lesions) on the tongue
Frequent changes in the location, size and shape of lesions
Pain or burn...more