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In collaboration with Wilson Wei Sheng Wang The medical equipment industry has always remained at the cutting edge of technology to enhance or complement the skills of medical personnel in saving lives. Millions of dollars, and sometimes billions, have been spent by hospitals, medical units and clinics in acquiring the latest equipment. The question is, why does the medical sector invest so much in these equipment? The answer is clear: the medical industry is all about saving lives. Medical equipment are mission critical devices that must not fail under any circumstance despite being deployed in pretty harsh conditions such as ambulances and mobile transportation units. In addition, advances in...

Motorcycle accidents are a well-known leading cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Together with auto accidents, they are the single largest cause of brain injury in the United States. One out of every five motorcycle accidents results in head or neck injuries, which account for most motorcycle fatalities. And partly because drivers often don't see motorcyclists or yield them the right-of-way, motorcyclists are at higher risk of an accident than drivers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimated that, per mile traveled in 2003, a motorcyclist was 32 times more likely to die in an accident than a passenger in a car. Motorcyclists, even those who wear helmets, are most likely to...

The second most common neurological problem in the United States is back pain. The most common is headache. The nice part about lower back pain is that it will usually disappear in a few days. After you have a minor fall or some other injury that can cause you to have a muscle pull or a ligament strain, it is very common to have some lower back pain. The use of anti inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofin can be used along with ice and rest to help ease the pain over the next 5 to 7 days. Back pain is common in middle school and high school teenagers as well as adults. Treatment for pain is usually the same despite the age differences. Many ligaments, bones, neurological components make up the...

Basics Bow legs (genu varum) is condition when legs have deformity outward of natural legs position. Knock knee (genu valgum) is condition when legs have deformity inward of natural legs position. Arthritis means a disorder of the knee joint, generally implying early joint surface damage. Leg axis is conventional axis that shows how the body weight distributes among leg joints. Articular cartilage is a type of dense connective tissue. It can supply smooth surfaces for the movement of articulating bones. First of all bow legs (genu varum) and knock knee (genu valgum) are deformities that are not only cosmetic defects. They also lead to knee-joint move abnormality that after a number of years result...

Many people believe that the primary cause of osteoporosis is the lack of calcium in their diet. However, in the overall picture, calcium is only a small piece of the puzzle. Though calcium supplements can certainly help, there are other dietary concerns that need to be examined. Actually, the primary dietary cause of osteoporosis is the eating foods that are highly acidic in nature, such as refined white sugar, refined white flour, high-fructose corn syrup, soft drinks, cookies, candies, sweets, desserts, and anything containing sweeteners. The over-consumption of these products causes the pH level in your blood to become very acidic. In an attempt to counterbalance this, your body reaches out...

Each year cancer research programs continue to grow: funding increases, new technologies make year-old discoveries obsolete, and more doctors and scientists contribute their ideas and methods to understanding and eradicating cancer. As these strides are made, more treatment options become available and fewer people are forced to endure painful and invasive treatments. Radiosurgery is a non-invasive, non-surgical treatment of brain cancer that allows doctors to direct beams of radiation to precise locations in order to focus it directly over a brain tumor. This method can help treat and remove intracranial tumors that would otherwise not be accessible for open surgery. Choosing radiosurgery as an...

Why do we need pubic hair? Scientists are still unclear about the purpose of pubic hair on our bodies. Some of the supposed uses of pubic hair include: 1. Pubic hair catches pheromones and spreads it to attract people of the opposite sex. 2. Pubic hair protects the private parts against friction during sex. 3. Hair in the pubic region helps to keep the private parts warm. 4. Prevents dirt from afflicting the private parts. Should I Remove My Pubic Hair? People have been obsessed with the removal of pubic hair throughout the ages for vanity, comfort, hygiene, religious and sexual reasons. With the growing popularity of the bare look since the 1990s, many men and women feel pressured to follow this...

Diabetes insipidus (DI) is a disorder in which an abnormal increase in the production of urine, liquid prerecording is frequently and thirst. It is caused by a deficiency of antidiuretic hormone, also known as vasopressin, or a kidney insensitivity to the hormone. It may also be iatrogenically induced by the diuretic conivaptan. Antidiurétique hormone is a hormone produced in a region of the brain called the hypothalamus. It is then stored and released by the pituitary gland, a small gland at the base of the brain. Diabetes insipidus central is caused by damage to the hypothalamus or the pituitary gland as a result of surgery, infection, tumor or head injury. DI néphrogénique May occur as...

Metastatic brain tumors may be quite aggressive and may return even after surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Metastatic disease requires treatment of the original tumor site if applicable. Some primary brain tumors respond to certain forms of therapy better than others. Metastatic brain tumors are classified depending on the exact site of the tumor within the brain, type of tissue involved, original location of the tumor, and other factors. Infrequently, a tumor can spread to the brain, yet the original site or location of the tumor is unknown. Metastatic brain tumors occur in about one-fourth of all cancers that metastasize (spread through the body). They are much more common than...

BFS � also known as 'muscle fasciculation syndrome', 'benign fasciculation' and 'fasciculation syndrome' � is a relatively rare disorder of the nervous system characterized by the uncontrolled fasciculation (twitching) of muscle groups in various parts of the body. It may be associated with muscle cramps when it is known as cramp fasciculation syndrome. Although it occurs more commonly in the muscles of the legs, arms and face, the twitching may be experienced in any voluntary muscle groups, including those of the tongue. As its name suggests, it is a benign, yet irritating condition that, fortunately, does not progress to any other more serious neurological disorder. The fasciculation may...

Most of us find it hard to imagine bestselling authors struggling with their manuscripts or suffering from writers block. Instead we assume they have something special we have to find or develop, and we search in vain for the magical formula. In reality, that wonderful state in which the words just flow from our fingers is caused by certain kinds of brain activation--which means theres nothing mystical about it. You can still enjoy the euphoria of being in that state, but better understanding whats happening while youre there--or while youre having trouble getting there--can help you increase your ability to get there at will. Mihaly Csikszentmiihalyi Coined by a psychologist named Mihaly...

Contrary to common perception heart failure conveys that the pumping ability of your heart has decreased. It does not imply that your heart has failed to function. Heart failure occurs as a result of a weakening of the heart muscle. As this weakening continues to get worse, the heart struggles to pump enough blood around the body for the proper functioning of the organs and tissues. Heart failure can also be called as, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Congestive Cardiac Failure (CCF), Left or Right Ventricular Failure (LVF or RVF) This results in narrowing blood vessels, loss of less fluid out of the body which is termed as fluid retention and the increase in your heart rate. This pressurizes your...

How does the brain work exactly? Well, that is a tough question to crack. If you think you have the answer than you must be first one to have figure out exactly how the brain functions. Scott Huettel from Center for Cognitive Neuroscience at Duke University stated that the human brain is the most complicated object ever, and hence it is impossible to individually piece out information regarding the brain. But despite its complexity, it has never stopped scientists from making full use of the brain to help us with our daily life occurrences. You have probably head of the word hypnosis. This magical word was coined by James Braid, which intended to mean "nervous sleep". Hypnosis however differs...

Jarcho Levin syndrome is a genetic birth defect which causes malformed bones in the spine (vertebrae) and ribs. The chest has a characteristic crab-like appearance. Childs born with Jarcho Levin syndromes have intricacy breathing due to their little, malformed chests. Infants born with Jarcho-Levin syndrome have short necks, limited neck motion due to abnormalities of the cervical vertebrae and short stature. In most cases, infants with Jarcho-Levin syndrome experience respiratory insufficiency and are prone to frequent respiratory infections (pneumonia) that effect in life-threatening complications. The vertebrae are fused and the ribs fail to develop properly, therefore, the chest cavity is too...

Here are some interesting LASIK eye surgery terminology and facts. If you are planning on having this type of surgery it is always good to familiarize yourself with it and the lingo. Dr. Jose Barraquer from Colombia in 1970 was the first person to develop the Microkeratome, an instrument that could cut thin flaps in the cornea and alter its shape. He is ultimately the one who made this type of corrective eye surgery possible. This type of surgery is very safe and painless. Patients experience very little pain and usually fully recover within 24 hours. Their vision is noticeably improved as soon as the surgical procedure is finished. Patients are awake during the procedure and do go temperately blind...

What's the Attraction to Magnetic Healing? By Patricia Gager Who believes they work? An estimated 140 million people use magnetic therapy to relieve pain, improve circulation, reduce swelling, minimize stiffness, and increase overall performance. Can they ALL be wrong? Professional athletes use them, Doctors, Veterinarians, Psychiatrist, and Chiropractors on and on! Acclaimed scientists and thousands of medical experts around the world have proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that magnets heal and strengthen the body. A double-blind study at Baylor College of Medicine, published in 1997 in Archives of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine concluded that permanent magnets reduce pain in post-polio...

When it comes to HGH facts, what's the truth behind this latest medical craze? Read on to discover what's truth, what's fiction - and the true miracle of human growth hormone. But before we dive into HGH facts, let's discuss what it is and how it works. HGH is the human growth hormone released by your body's pituitary gland. We all have it, and all of our bodies produce it while we're alive. Without it, we wouldn't function - it's that crucial. However, researchers have discovered that HGH is released less and less after we reach our 30's in life. This reduction in HGH levels in our bodies seems to be a major factor in why we develop age-related symptoms. So now that you understand what HGH is, let...

It's never too late to start a memory loss prevention program. It's true! You can actually get better at remembering things, no matter what your age. Even people in their seventies and eighties can benefit from the following 7 simple strategies to improve the memory loss that comes naturally with aging. And the sooner you start, the longer you'll keep your mental faculties healthy and vigorous. First, though, what is memory? It's the process of acquiring, storing and later retrieving information and knowledge. Whether it's as simple as remembering your ABCs or a friend's phone number - or as complicated as filling out your tax form, memory is involved in nearly every activity in daily living...

Overview of Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery is both an art and science. For the aesthetic or cosmetic plastic surgeon, perhaps the predominant factor is the art. This is the aspect of surgery in which concentration and interest are focused on the restoration and improvement of forms as well as function. The disorders that the plastic surgeon encounters may be the result of aging, cosmetic inferiority, congenital defect, trauma and prior surgical procedure that have a profound effect on human emotion or psychological structure. Aesthetic plastic surgery, though admittedly done on occasion to rehabilitate a particular part of the body, is mainly performed to rehabilitate the entire person. It stands...

Paclitaxel, a plant product from Taxus brevifolia, is a novel anticancer drug. Its mechanism of action is different from other cytotoxic agents. Paclitaxel enhances microtubule assembly. Paclitaxel is salvage therapy for patients with advanced ovarian cancer and for patients with metastatic breast cancer who failed to response to prior chemotherapy with standard agents. Paclitaxel, the first organic compound with a taxane ring that has been demonstrated to possess antineoplastic activity, was isolated in 1967 from the bark of the Western yew, Taxus brevifolia. Its mechanism of action is unique among antineoplastic agents. Paclitaxel promotes the assembly and stabilization of microtubules which are...

Edema is observable swelling from fluid accumulation in body tissues. Edema most commonly occurs in the feet and legs, where it is referred to as peripheral edema. The swelling is the result of the accumulation of excess fluid under the skin in the spaces within the tissues. All tissues of the body are made up of cells and connective tissues that hold the cells together. Swollen feet and legs, referred to medically as edema, occur when fluid is retained in the spaces between body cells. Edema typically affects the feet, ankles and lower legs, but can also impact any area of the body, causing systemic symptoms. Causes Acute mountain sickness occurs from the combination of reduced air pressure and a...

Skin cancer represents the most commonly diagnosed malignancy, surpassing lung, breast, colorectal and prostate cancer. Tumors develop primarily on areas of sun-exposed skin, including the scalp, face, lips, ears, neck, chest, arms and hands, and on the legs in women. Contrary to popular conception, skin cancer affects people of all skin tones, including those with darker complexions. Most skin cancers appear after age 50, but the sun's damaging effects begin at an early age, therefore protection should start in childhood in order to prevent skin cancer later in life. Types of Skin Cancer The main types of skin tumours are: 1. Melanomas are skin cancers that form in melanocytes (skin cells that make...

But that doesn't mean state and local officials aren't hard at work preparing for it. Many experts predict that if a worldwide influenza were to hit the U.S., it would first be seen in California. The state is uniquely situated to be the first hit by the virus: It borders Mexico, has trans-Pacific trade at its ports and airports, and is on the Pacific flyway used by migrating birds. Any or all of those factors could make California an entry point for the H5N1 flu strain. San Bernardino County officials say they're preparing now. "We are planning for the potential and how it would impact everyone in the county," said Natalie Kessee, county program coordinator for preparedness and response. "We're...

Benign vital shudder is a neurological disorder characterized by uncontrolled shaking of hands or new parts of the system including the chief; evoked by deliberate movements; vital shudder is the almost popular character of shudder and too the almost usually observed campaign disorder. It normally begins at about 50 years of age, begins with an elegant speedy shudder of the hands, followed by shudder of new system parts; normally aggravated by emotions. It can be worsened by exhilaration, ire, fatigue, slumber privation, anxiety, concern, thirst, and extremes in temperature, and sure drugs. Although symptom onslaught may happen during childhood or adolescence, the circumstance almost usually becomes...