What is Balneotherapy?
Contrary to our first association, this strange-sounding term has nothing to do with whales, although both are undoubtedly related to water. Indeed, balneotherapy is the umbrella term for physiotherapy methods that use the therapeutic effects of medicinal waters in treatments.
How can Ligament Tear be treated?
Our ligaments play a crucial role in the creation of the smallest movements; without them, no muscle or joint could function properly. Their task is on the one hand to properly anchor the muscle to the bone, and on the other hand, to ensure the stability of the joints. However, a single wrong step or […]
Symptoms, Prevention, Treatment, and Rehabilitation of Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in one of the deep veins of the body, typically as a result of damage to the vein or when blood flow slows down or stops in the affected area. The two most common causes are injury to the lower body and surgery involving the […]
Diseases of the wrist – what should we pay attention to?
There are certain activities among our daily routines that involve unilateral stress on the hand, forearm, and wrist. These include, among others, computer use, some type of sports, playing the piano, or note-taking which resulting in a higher risk of various abnormalities in the wrist, making daily life of a person more challenging. What are […]
Flat feet can cause serious joint problems
The human body is a wonderful system, with its elements perfectly interconnected, while interacting with each other and a system as a whole. When an injury or change occurs at any point, it leads to a modification of the overall system. If this alteration happens in our feet, affecting the stable support structure of our […]
How can be joint laxity be treated?
Excessive joint laxity can occur at any age, regardless of gender or age. The risk of hypermobile joints is that they can easily move beyond their normal range, leading to more serious dislocations, ligament tears, or long-term joint degeneration. What should you pay attention to?
Can the stretched ligament be repaired?
Tendons surrounding the joints function like elastic bands, anchoring muscles to bones, and providing stability to the joints. The ligament is flexible so it can stretch during movement while also preventing the excessive separation of bone surfaces. However, a simple misstep can often result in injuries to our ligaments, which can lead us to waive […]
How can we avoid wrist pain during exercise?
Unfortunately, many people experience wrist pain to a greater or lesser extent during exercise. Some exercises can strain and impact the wrists more, making the affected area so sensitive that they cannot even complete the workout. Wrist pain, as we mentioned, is a common issue that not only complicates workouts but also everyday tasks. It […]
Painful, swollen joints? These are typical symptoms of gout
If you wake up one night to find that your big toe (or another joint) is swollen and incredibly painful, you are probably suffering from the same common ailment. What causes gout? How can gout be treated? And how can it be prevented? We are here to provide some useful recommendations.
