An esophageal spasm is characterized as uncoordinated, irregular contractions that can be powerful in some cases. The food becomes stuck in the esophagus and cannot enter the stomach. Sometimes the spasms can spread down the esophagus in a coordinated manner but usually very strong. The condition helps move the food through the esophagus but can […]
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Knee bursitis is the inflammation of a bursa found near the joint of the knee. A bursa is a pad-like sac that is filled with fluid that lessens friction and cushion pressure points between the bones and tendons and muscles that are near the joints. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZ18PGwUG-0″] Each of the knees has 11 bursae. When
A swollen elbow joint is usually caused by an injury to the joint or surrounding soft tissues such as the ligaments, muscles and tendons. These injuries might lead to tennis elbow, bursitis and tendinitis. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGVR1EGyG7o”] Performing repetitive activities in sports such as golf and tennis can cause injuries to the elbow and result to
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The stinging nettle is a plant found all over the world. The plant is an herbaceous perennial with has herbal properties and grows back in the same areas year after year. The leaves and stems of this plant are covered with hollow, brittle and hair-like structures. The stinging hairs are similar to a hypodermic needle
Cracking is the characteristic sound that can be heard when twisting the neck in certain direction. It is the cracking sound when folding the knuckles or toes. Some people find relief in cracking their necks especially when feeling tired or the neck is strained. Some people have the habit of cracking their toes, back and
Adenoids are tiny masses of tissue found at the back of the throat which have similarities to the tonsils. Adenoids are a vital component of the immune system which works by trapping harmful germs that enter through the mouth or nose. Adenoids also produce antibodies that help the body fight infections. As the person starts
Hand numbness simply means that there is no touch sensation. The symptoms of this condition include tingling or burning sensation, weakness of the affected area and sharp pain. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RKExEIslZw”] Causes Exposure to cold objects Excessive pressure placed on the hands Excessive drinking Nerve injury Temporary compression of the nerve Smoking Fatigue Nutritional deficiency of
A pinched nerve involves compression on a nerve in the shoulder. It can be caused by injuries and any condition that causes swelling of the tissues and damage to the bones. A pinched nerve in the shoulder is due to injury in the tendons and muscles. In most cases, it does not cause permanent damage
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Thigh cramp is painful experience that is due to dehydration, stiff muscles and lack of minerals and vitamins in the body. Pain can be felt when performing exercises and also happen when sleeping. When the body is dehydrated, there is plenty of water and salt lost in the form of sweat and result to severe
Chafing is a skin irritation that happens with constant rubbing of the skin against another skin or clothing. Chafing causes red sore patches on the affected areas usually in the underarm and the inner thighs that will cause pain and makes regular activities tiresome and causes pain. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAD8xIz7YbQ”] Sweating and rubbing are usually the
