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Acupuncture Legal Status

The World Health Organization has in its list enumerated around forty different conditions where acupuncture may be effective.

11 Feb 2010

Chinese Acupuncture

Acupuncture originated in China around 2,500 years ago. Traditional Chinese medicine is based on principles that are over two thousand years old.

11 Feb 2010

Acupuncture is an ancient practice of medicine. It originated over 2,500 years ago. The procedure of acupuncture has been used to treat and relieve symptoms of a wide range of diseases and conditions.

11 Feb 2010

Heartburn (Acid Reflux) Treatments

Treatment of acid reflux, or heartburn, mainly relies on lifestyle changes that prevent attacks.

11 Feb 2010

Heartburn (Acid Reflux) Prevention

Heartburn and acid reflux can be prevented by several simple lifestyle changes.

11 Feb 2010

How is Acid Reflux Diagnosed?

Heartburn is a symptom that is often indicative of an underlying condition of acid reflux or Gastro-esophageal reflux disorder in the esophagus.

11 Feb 2010

What is Heartburn (Acid Reflux)?

Heartburn is a symptom of gastro-esophageal reflux disease or “acid reflux”, when acid produced in the stomach leaks out and seeps back into the esophagus.

11 Feb 2010

What is Religious Abstinence?

Abstinence refers to the voluntary restraint from experiencing or indulging in bodily pleasures. Abstinence may be exercised due to religious practices.

11 Feb 2010

What is Abstinence?

The word abstinence refers to voluntary prevention of oneself from indulging in bodily activities that provide pleasure.

11 Feb 2010

Human Brain Pathology

There are several diseases and disorders that may affect the brain. Some of these include: Epilepsy, Stroke, Brain infection, Multiple sclerosis, Cerebral palsy, Migraine, headaches and vertigo.

10 Feb 2010

Language and the Human Brain

The human brain is divided into two hemispheres. The left hemisphere is the "logical brain" and is involved in language and analysis and the right hemisphere is the "creative brain," involved in daydreaming and imagination. The left hemisphere controls the right side of the body while the right hemisphere controls the left side.

10 Feb 2010

Studying the Human Brain

The human brain is one of the most complex organs in the human body and damage or disease affecting even the smallest part of the human brain can lead to severe functional impairment.

10 Feb 2010

Human Brain Structure

The human brain is comprised of a number of different regions. Each of these regions are vitally important with highly specialized functions. The brain is roughly divided into three parts which include the following: Forebrain, Midbrain, Brain stem or hind brain.

10 Feb 2010

The Human Brain

The human brain is comprised of 1011 neurons. Neurons are nerve cells that carry information to and from the nervous system to the various organs and systems of the body. These neurons are not distributed uniformly but have common mechanisms of signalling and organization. Neurons form circuits that have several levels of organization and form subsystems.

10 Feb 2010

Pathology of the Nervous System

The nervous system is affected by numerous drugs and diseases. These are very important in general practice and also in awareness against drug abuse.

10 Feb 2010

Development of the Nervous System

The cells of the nervous system are of a specific type and form over the course of an organism’s life. The neurons form and form connections from the time when the organism is an embryo or fetus. The appropriate neurons develop in appropriate numbers and migrate to their necessary locations before birth. The axons and dendrites that form the connections then extend from these nerve cells so they reach the targets.

10 Feb 2010

Function of the Nervous System

The nervous system is formed of two parts that are integrally linked with each other. The brain and the nervous system has multiple functions that are vital for normal functioning of the body.

10 Feb 2010

What is the Nervous System?

The nervous system is a complex network of neurons and cells that carry messages to and from the brain and spinal cord to various parts of the body.

10 Feb 2010

Varicose Vein Complications

In addition to the several side effects of varicose veins, there are several complications that may occur. These complications are rare but, if present, usually develop several years after initial diagnosis for most patients.

10 Feb 2010

Varicose Vein Symptoms

The characteristic appearance of varicose veins, dark in colour and bulging like cords along the legs, is often the most concerning aspect for patients with this condition. However, some patients also experience significant pain and discomfort that can prevent them from partaking in daily activities as usual.

10 Feb 2010