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Musculoskeletal system (28 contents)
Golfer's elbow: what is it, how does it manifest itself, how to treat it?
Inflammation of the medial epicondyle of the humerus, known as golfer's elbow, is one of many musculoskeletal complaints of the upper limbs. How to recognise it and how to treat it? You will find the...
Medical cannabis - frequently asked questions (ALPQ)
Since ancient times, cannabis cultivation has taken place in many countries around the world. At every stage of history, one can find information about the use of cannabis for various purposes....
Dissection of the rectus abdominis muscle after childbirth
The pregnancy stage is a major challenge for a woman's body. As the baby grows, the uterus becomes significantly enlarged, which also affects other organs and tissues. Many women experience a...
What could be the causes of muscle and joint pain in children?
When an elderly person complains of muscle and joint pain, it is hardly surprising. However, it is already different when similar complaints are made by children. Contrary to all appearances, muscle...
Scientists from Switzerland have developed an implant that allows people with a severed spinal cord to walk
Researchers in Lausanne, Switzerland, have developed an implant that allows people with a severed spinal cord to walk. The first patient to whom it was implanted is a man who suffered a spinal injury...
Hair loss and RA
The main complaints associated with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are related to the joints, such as swelling and pain. Some patients who suffer from RA notice that they experience hair loss and often...
Sleeping tablets: a collection of useful information
Sleeping pills - e.g. benzodiazepines or "Z" drugs such as zaleplon or zopiclone - used in the case of sleep disorders do indeed make it possible to get a good night's rest. However, these drugs must...
Sensory integration and children's speech development
Sensory integration is an element of a child's functioning that has a decisive impact on his or her development and ability to deepen his or her skills. Disturbances in the neurological organisation...
Light in the treatment of neuropathic pain - new reports
Neuropathic pain is a severe condition. It can be caused by injury or disease of the nervous system - this is known. However, what we know less about is how to treat neuropathic pain - typical...
For wrinkles, not just Botox
The use of botulinum toxin type A (more commonly known as botox) to combat mimic wrinkles (including crow's feet and lines between the eyebrows) is one of the most popular treatments in aesthetic...
Birk - Barel syndrome - do you know what this disease is?
Genetic diseases result from changes in both individual genes and in the structure of entire chromosomes. Unfortunately, many genetic changes are caused by spontaneous mutations that are beyond our...
de Quervain's syndrome - a disease of the 21st century
De Quervain's syndrome is a condition involving inflammation of the tendon sheaths of the wrist - limiting the dexterity of the hand and making it difficult to carry out simple daily activities. The...
What are cytopathies/mitochondrial diseases?
Mitochondrial diseases, are classified as genetic diseases (i.e. caused by mutations within a gene or genes). They develop as a result of abnormalities in the normal function and structure of...
Osteoarthritis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Osteoarthritis is the result of a disruption in the quality and quantity of joint cartilage. It is one of the most common diseases of the musculoskeletal system. As it develops, the joint capsule,...
Congenital malformations of the uterus and their impact on a woman's health
The number of women having difficulty getting pregnant or maintaining a pregnancy is increasing exponentially every year. There can be many reasons for this and they are not always easy to identify....
Myotonia - a muscle disease
Myotonia is a symptom of muscle disease, the essence of which is an obstructed diastasis of the muscle and its stiffness. This symptom occurs in the course of various disease entities. Myotonic...
Arthrogryposis in a child
MAC, or arthrogryposis, is the medical term for a syndrome of symptoms caused by joint contractures. These contractures are diagnosed in the child at birth and do not show a progressive tendency....
Sciatica attack - causes and symptoms
Sciatica is nothing more than an attack of the nerve roots. It is a very severe pain that indicates that the spine needs treatment. This pain usually does not go away after taking even strong...
Rheumatic fever, rheumatic diseases - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Rheumatic diseases, also known as rheumatic fever, encompass many conditions. It is a group of connective tissue diseases with an autoimmune basis. They affect various organs and, if untreated, can...
Developmental disorders of the teeth
Developmental disordersof the teeth can become apparent during the first teething period (deciduous teeth) and the second teething period (permanent teeth). These disorders concern the teething...
Osteoarthritis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, drug treatment
Osteoarthritis is the most common cause of disability in the elderly. It is also the most common joint disease. It occurs in 70% of women and 60% of men over 65 years of age.
