http://www.healthzine.org/feed/ http://www.healthzine.org/ Every day new articles and updated info on all your health, beauty and fitness concerns. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:01:14 +0200 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:01:14 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/sports-injuries http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/sports-injuries People who are into sports are often vulnerable to sports injuries. Those who are into games or competitions often have to stretch their physical limits. This is the challenge of sports which many find stimulating and exciting. But then again, along with the skills and effort entailed of this is the risk of sports injuries. Perhaps it may be less taxing on athletes who are in their prime years. After all, they have the physical strength and endurance for it. But there are sportsters who are well out of their youth and even into their forties. Sports is exciting and challenging, and at their age, they still enjoy it. Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:48:45 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/occupational-therapist http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/occupational-therapist There is a bright career prospect for those considering occupational therapy. In 2006, occupational therapists held 92,000 jobs, most of them working in hospitals. Others worked is various nursing facilities and schools. One out of ten therapists had more than one job. Employment opportunities in the said field are expected to rise beyond the average in 2014. There is an expansive growth in the number of people suffering from disabilities. This may have been brought about by an increasingly becoming stressful lifestyle. Such is why the demand for occupational therapists is also increasing. Hospitals hire such individuals to handle in-care critical patients. Tue, 25 Mar 2008 08:29:34 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/physical-therapy3 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/physical-therapy3 Accidents and injury, illnesses, surgery or disabilities can leave a person debilitated. But in some cases, the patients are able to regain their mobility and physical functionality, and this is with the help of physical therapy. On the surface, one may regard the therapy as an alternative or natural treatment. Unlike aromatherapy or herbal remedies and the like though, physical therapy is considered as a legitimate treatment. It is resorted to for treatment of bodily or physical disabilities resulting from diseases, injury or accidents. The benefits of this therapy have been recognized by much of the medical community. Exercises and activities are often involved to condition various parts of the body. Thu, 6 Mar 2008 04:49:51 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/sports-and-physical-therapy http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/sports-and-physical-therapy It can be engaging to get involved in sports. After all, it’s all about skill and endurance, not only physically but mentally and emotionally, too. The thing with sports is that you have to just keep on pushing and stretch your limits. Challenging is the best way to describe it. Being an athlete can be fulfilling, but yes, there are many challenges to contend with- the strain of training, the competition or event itself, and the risk (a big one) for injuries. Almost every athlete has gone through some sort of injury. It’s basically inherent to the vocation they have chosen to be in. Wed, 13 Feb 2008 09:39:28 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/physical-therapy2 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/physical-therapy2 There may be countless employment opportunities out there. But perhaps not many are promising. So when a student is out to get a course, they must think long term. Will their course land them in a stable job someday? And not only a job, but a career in which they can advance, and also fulfilling. When it comes to this dilemma, having a career in physical therapy can be a good option. The field of physical therapy is expanding with more demands for physical therapists. Primarily there are physical therapy aids and assistants, and there are physical therapists themselves. Physical therapy aids and assistants, they perform tasks as delegated by their supervising physical therapist. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 18:12:38 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/physical-therapy1 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/physical-therapy1 What exactly is physical therapy? Who needs it and who would benefit from it? How is physical therapy further categorized? How can you gain optimum results out of this therapy? Physical therapy is a form of treatment which would ensure that your body is optimally mobile. Physical therapy is also known as physiotherapy, and it can possibly preserve your age lifelong. And that’s literally speaking. Physical therapy is a form of treatment which advocates optimal functional mobility. It acknowledges this as an indicator of good health. What are the different massages involved in physical therapy? To know them, first you should know about the different forms of physical therapy. Wed, 5 Dec 2007 12:53:21 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/pet-therapy http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/pet-therapy Pet therapy which is also known as AAA (animal assisted activities), AAT (animal assisted therapy) and animal visitation is widely known all over the world. Pet therapy has been known to deliver a host of benefits to a diversity of patients. Whether is the infirm, the elderly, a resident or hospitalized children, pet therapy is said to be effective. One who has had a pet may understand why. Keeping a pet at home can be a rewarding experience. Pets give unconditional love and loyalty. They are a constant source of welcome company. These same benefits of keeping a pet can be had with pet therapy. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 14:10:39 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/core-training http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/core-training There is a recent hype about core training. Informercial products are magazines often say that – core training. Through core training techniques, such companies promise to strengthen the “core”. What is the “core”, and why does it need to be strengthened with core training? Why should one even give a care about their core? Core training aims on trimming, firming and toning up the core. Such is the craze of the fitness industry. Skepticism is often the initial reaction with fads. Most people may regard the craze of core training with incredulity. But it turns out, core training has a basis. Fri, 9 Nov 2007 02:42:17 +0100 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/knee-replacement http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/knee-replacement Why does an individual need to undergo knee replacement surgery? Knee replacement surgery is otherwise known as total knee joint arthroplasty. This procedure is one of the most performed operations all throughout the world. Nearly 200,00 knee replacement surgeries are carried out annually in the United States alone. With the trend in medical tourism, many patients from the United States and UK go to India to avail of lesser expenses for knee replacement yet with equally efficient medical services. The procedure is used to address knee problems with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Such joint conditions generally cause a wearing and tearing down of the knee joint. Fri, 26 Oct 2007 04:39:17 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/physical-therapy-jobs http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/physical-therapy-jobs Many promising individuals are in search of a stable, long-standing and fulfilling career. But as vast opportunities present themselves to those who are determined, one can be at a loss as to which field they are going to take part in. Well, they just might find what they are looking for by going into the field of physical therapy and doing physical therapy jobs. So why should one make a career out of doing physical therapy jobs? For one thing, when doing physical therapy jobs, one would have the honor of helping hundreds of possible clients ranging from a start athlete, a stroke victim, an injured fireman, a young mother or a premature infant suffering from birth defects. Thu, 18 Oct 2007 10:49:30 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/color-therapy http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/color-therapy Colors give us messages which we can instinctively understand. Whether they be dull or bright, they impart a certain sensation on us- either positively or negatively. For instance, after a long day at work and being all stressed out and exhausted, looking at the sky blue radiance of the afternoon horizon can give a sense of relief. Different colors affect us in different ways, and this is where the concept of color therapy comes in. Colors give off a life of their own and the good news is you can have access to color therapy methods at home through a home study course. Tue, 9 Oct 2007 10:47:04 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/art-therapy http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/art-therapy Self-expression is one of the best forms of therapy. Expressing one’s thoughts and emotions can take the heavy load of pent up negative energy within an individual which can be the possible cause of their illness. Undoubtedly, it brings a sense of relief and release bringing about a feeling of liberation. When it comes to self-expression, one of the most effective media is art. And this is where art therapy comes in to actualize the abstract muddle of patients which can eventually lead to healing. Such patients may include highly functioning autistics. Individuals with high functioning autism can be taught to express themselves through different kinds of therapy. Wed, 26 Sep 2007 16:01:18 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/therapy-dogs http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/therapy-dogs Many may well be aware of the therapeutic benefits of keeping a pet, particularly a dog. Dogs, in essence are loyal and are capable of giving unconditional affection to their owners. Being a non-judgmental animal which is exclusively devoted to serving and keeping their owners happy, a pet dog can provide the warmth of a comforting company which can be very helpful for stress relief. Dogs are referred to as man’s best friend owing to their strong instinctive nature of being sensitive to their owner’s feelings, and by no doubt, a strong bond and connection can develop between the two. Wed, 12 Sep 2007 15:32:29 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/chelation-therapy http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/chelation-therapy During World War I, it has been noted that the use of poisonous gases was rampant. It was during this period as well when chelating agents were initially used. Primarily, there was Dimercaprol which is basically a name given to the British Anti-Lewisite known as BAL. Dimercaprol, an organic compound closely related to mercaptans, contain sulfur. Mercaptans have properties which enable them to react to poisonous metals in the body, capture them or otherwise form compounds with them. In certain cases, Dimercaprol was used to bind arsenic compounds in the body which was used for poisoning and through such a process, arsenic was removed from the body without instigating any harm. Mon, 3 Sep 2007 10:39:34 +0200 http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/cardiac-rehab http://www.healthzine.org/Physical-therapy/cardiac-rehab Much havoc can be instigated when an individuals neglects their cardiovascular health or suffers from cardiovascular conditions as it generally poses them at higher chances of suffering from heart attack, heart failure or eventually undergoing a heart surgery. Such instances are often debilitating leaving an individual weak or bedridden and unable to go about with their normal functioning. When a patient or their family musters the initiative or is resourceful enough, however, there are measures which can be taken after a heart attack or surgery which can help the patient get back on their feet and enjoy good health and a better quality of life.