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A stroke, also called cerebrovascular accident (CVA), cerebrovascular insult(CVI), or brain attack, occurs when a part of the brain is deprived of blood flow. When the brain cells are deprived of oxygen they begin to die. When brain cells die, the functions controlled by that part of the brain also stops, which results in different types of disabilities among stroke survivors.

There are two types of strokes

Hemorrhagic
Ischemic stroke
The first is caused when a brain an...more

Geriatric physiotherapy covers a wide area of problems concerning the elderly. There are many conditions that affect people as they grow older and include but are not limited to the following: arthritis, osteoporosis, cancer, alzheimer's disease, hip and joint replacement, balance disorders, incontinence, etc. Physiotherapists play a key role in enabling older people to use a number of the body's systems fully to enhance mobility and independence. Sadly, in some situations, neither improvements ...more

दुनिया में हर 6 आदमी में 1 ब्रेन स्ट्रोक का सामना करता है. हमारे शरीर में मस्तिष्क कोशिकाओं को ब्लड आपूर्ति करने के लिए रक्त कोशिकाएं लगातार मस्तिष्क को ब्लड पहुंचाती है. जब मस्तिष्क में ब्लड की आपूर्ति अवरुद्ध हो जाती है तो मस्तिष्क में कोशिकाएं मरने लग जाती है और परिणामस्वरूप मस्तिष्क के ऊतकों में ऑक्सीजन और पोषक तत्वों की कमी हो जाती है, जो अंत में ब्रेन स्ट्रोक का कारण बन जाता हैं. इस स्थिति में ब्रेन के कुछ हिस्से डैमेज हो जाते है या काम करना बंद कर देती है. इसके अलावा मस्तिष्क में ब्लड क्ल...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

Orthopedic disorders include all the health issues and ailments that are related to the muscles, joints and ligaments. Orthopedic disorders are so widespread and so large in number that it is very difficult to list all of them down. However, among them the four most common orthopedic disorders are:

Arthritis: It is a chronic and a long lasting orthopedic disorder in which you witness the swelling or inflammation of one or more joints in the body. This condition is very painful in nature...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