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Physical medicine and rehabilitation play a significant role in restoring your body to its optimal form. It helps you to recover if you have undergone an injury or are experiencing physical limitations because of old age. It would help if you visited a professional physical therapist for an optimal recovery plan so the rehabilitation process does not take longer than usual. However, the rehabilitation process takes time, depending on the severity of the disease or the injury caused. What are the Four Stages of Physical Rehabilitation? Recovery Therapists help you control the acute pain and persistent swelling in this stage. It is the most crucial stage, and the rehabilitation can take time. The focus of this stage is to help your body heal. It is essential to rest and not let the pain aggravate. Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation techniques will also assist during this process. This phase will help your body protect from injury and avert further damage. Repair This physical rehabili...

The relationship between the heart and the lungs is one that keeps us alive. Blood from the heart travels to the lungs, where it collects the vital oxygen needed to power organs and tissues all over the rest of the body. If it weren’t for blood collecting and distributing oxygen, there’d be no point in the lungs storing it in the first place. For babies born with a condition called pulmonary atresia, though, this process is blocked from the start. This birth defect causes problems with the flow of blood to the lungs, and can be a serious medical situation for newborns. Here are some of the facts, symptoms and treatment options for pulmonary atresia. Heart, Lungs and Pulmonary Atresia? To fully understand pulmonary atresia, let’s break down how the heart and lungs work together. The heart splits up responsibilities between its left and right side. Blood leaves the heart from the right side, heading to the lungs to collect oxygen, before it returns to the left side. From there, the left ...

As the holidays approach, the last thing you need is a large Emergency Room (ER) bill for something that could have been addressed in a most cost-effective setting like Primary Care, Urgent Care, or via telehealth. The ER should be reserved for issues that are life-threatening or could cause permanent disability or the loss of a limb. With cold weather settling in, here are five seasonal issues that generally don’t warrant an ER visit. Slips and Falls The CDC reports that about 1 million U.S. adults are injured due to slips and falls every year, with the injury rate increasing significantly as temperatures decline. Most of the resulting injuries can be treated more quickly and at a lower cost at Urgent Care. Revere Health Urgent Care Centers are also equipped to treat broken bones, and you will save money by getting your imaging done at Urgent Care instead of the ER. Mild Burns Christmas lights, trees, fireplaces, stovetops, backyard bonfires, hot drinks, candles, and more all contribu...

Among the many people worried about high cholesterol? If so, snacking habits are critical, and you must realize that wise nutrition choices can significantly affect your heart health. As someone concerned about cholesterol, finding the appropriate balance between enjoyable snacks and heart health is crucial to your health and vitality. Choosing a snack between meals can be difficult if you have high cholesterol. Many snack foods are high in saturated fats and sugar, so cutting them out may be wise. Regular eating helps maintain appropriate blood sugar and metabolism. The most suitable snacks are high in fiber or protein and low in sugar and soaked fats, although every diet differs. Different foods raise cholesterol in different persons. Some people respond well to a low-saturated-fat vegan diet to lower cholesterol, while others respond better to a high-fat, high-protein, low-carb diet. It depends on your genetics. But there are broad standards, like knowing what a snack is. Various nu...

Pediatric care focuses on the nutrition provided to kids, their growth and development, caring for children with severe illnesses, and much more. At Monroe Family Medicine in  Utah , the doctors offer full-fledged  family health care services . You will find everyone at Monroe Family Medicine, from skincare specialists to pediatric caregivers.  The  primary care doctors in Monroe  focus on providing valuable patient care by clearly communicating with them, diagnosing them, and providing proper treatment. Why is Pediatric Care Important? Helps with Child's Growth and Development:  The  family medical care  providers at Monroe Family Medicine track the health and development of your kids from infancy to young age. It is essential for the healthy growth of your kids. The regular monthly check-ups will showcase any abnormality in kids. If there are any potential issues, they can be treated at an early stage. Keeps Your Child Healthy:  Pediatric s...

The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body, but having extreme mobility puts a demand on the structure of the shoulder, which consists of three bones and a complex system of ligaments, tendons and muscles. That demand can cause the labrum to tear. What is a labral tear? The labrum makes up part of the shoulder socket, helping the humerus bone fit deeper into the scapula. The labrum acts as a stabilizer in the shoulder, permitting range of motion while also limiting excessive motion. Injuries to the labrum cause it to tear, which causes a flap of tissue to move in and out of the joint, causing pain. A torn labrum causes the shoulder to be less stable. What does a labral tear feel like? A labral tear may ache for a long time after you perform certain shoulder movements. It might feel as if there’s a catching sensation in your shoulder or you may feel a sharp pop. The shoulder will probably feel loose. How is a labral tear diagnosed? A labral tear can be difficult to see, e...

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the enlargement of the prostate gland. Common in older men, BPH can lead to health complications when left untreated. What is BPH? The prostate—an important male reproductive gland located under the bladder—goes through two growth phases: the first during puberty and the second around age 25. Growth typically continues in this second phase throughout the rest of adulthood. BPH is a condition in which the prostate gland enlarges enough to cause urinary problems, such as frequent urination or the inability to completely empty the bladder. Can I prevent BPH? Two common risk factors of BPH include age and family history, both of which are uncontrollable risk factors. However, there are some risk factors you can control or manage, including: Lack of physical activity Obesity Heart and circulatory diseases Type 2 diabetes Regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight can reduce the risk of developing BPH and several other conditions (including those ...