Overtraining syndrome is a neuroendocrine ailment due to excessive training. If an individual is overtraining, he/she engages in high intensity training and limited rest periods that results to constant tiredness, diminished performance, mood swings, neural and hormonal changes as well as recurrent poor health. Indications of overtraining syndrome Always bear in mind that fatigue is […]
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A bruised bladder is usually due to a direct stroke to the lower abdominal region. The injury can occur after a fall, vehicular accident or being struck by any blunt object. The bladder is described as a muscular sac positioned in the pelvis, right above and behind the pubic bone. If it is empty, the
Pulmonary embolism occurs if one or several blood clots end up stuck in the arteries in the lungs. A blood clot in one or several arteries will not allow blood to flow to the lungs. In most cases, the clots originate in the legs and travel up to the heart and into the lungs. It
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Emphysema is a common condition among smokers that involves progressive damage to the alveoli in the lungs which results to frequent episodes of shortness of breath. The condition is one of the diseases responsible for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Smoking is the main cause of emphysema. It is important to note that the interior
A peptic ulcer is described as an open sore which form on the interior wall of the stomach. It can oftentimes develop in the small intestine as well. What are the indications? Stomach pain that can radiate up to the neck or down the legs Night-time pain Pain arises after a few hours of eating
A ruptured appendix occurs if an inflamed or obstructed appendix is left untreated. This is a life-threatening condition that necessitates immediate care. What are the causes? If appendicitis is not treated immediately within 24-72 hours after the symptoms manifest, it can result to a ruptured appendix. Once there is infection or obstruction in the appendix,
Asbestosis develops due to frequent inhalation of asbestos fibers for an extended time. The condition was prevalent back in the 70s when asbestos was utilized extensively in construction and other industries until it was no longer used due to health issues. Asbestos is a mineral that was widely used for insulation as well as in
The sacroiliac joint is found at the base on either side of the spine. It is a component of the rear part of the pelvic girdle. When it comes to sacroiliac joint dysfunction, it can either be less mobile or hypermobile. This can lead to issues with the adjacent tissues such as the muscles and
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Crepitus is a popping or grinding sound originating from different parts of the body including the neck. The grinding sound is due to the rubbing of 2 bones against each other. Neck crepitus is typically seen among the elderly. Remember that this is not a medical condition but simply a symptom of an underlying condition.
Myositis ossificans can develop as a complication of poor treatment for a contusion and involves small bony growth inside the muscle. Once a severe muscle strain or contusion is not treated properly, it is likely for myositis ossificans to develop. It is usually due to impact which damages the sheath surrounding the bone called periosteum
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