A New Paradigm for Spasticity Management
New approach to managing spasticity, a disorder characterized by increased muscle tone and exaggerated tendon jerks. The author, Dr. Darryl Kaelin, explores the benefits of this new paradigm and its potential impact on motor control. The article also includes information on the etiologies and preval
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A Student Exploration of the Global Impacts of Climate Change on Human Health
This research delves into the effects of climate change on human health, covering how a warming climate, changes in precipitation, and increased flooding frequencies impact various health aspects such as infectious diseases, nutrition, and mental health. The study provides a visual model illustratin
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Community Health Improvement Plan for Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania (2022-2025)
This document outlines the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) for Conemaugh Health System in Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania. The plan focuses on addressing significant health needs identified through a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), including mental/behavioral health, a
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Comprehensive Guide on Injury, Poisoning, and External Causes
This detailed guide covers various aspects of injuries, poisonings, and other consequences from external causes. It includes information on ICD10 and ICD9 coding, recording and treatment details, vocabulary related to different types of injuries, body parts classification, and code structures for di
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ACT Health Commissioning Community Sector Update - August 2, 2023
Join the Health System Planning and Evaluation team for the ACT Health Commissioning Community Sector Update on August 2, 2023. The session aims to discuss and showcase health sector reform activities, focus on community health services commissioning, and explore opportunities for quality developmen
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Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in India
Knee is the largest joint of the human body, it is a hinge joint which allows flexion and extension and also slight internal and external rotation. It connects our thigh to our lower leg. Similar to all other joints, the knees are part of our skeletal system. The knee helps to support our weight. It
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Understanding Health Disparities and Equity in Behavioral Health Care
This module explores the significance of health disparities, health equity, and social justice within integrated behavioral health care. It delves into the role of addressing disparities, promotes ways to achieve equity in care models, and discusses the key organizations dealing with health disparit
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Distal Radius Fracture Surgery Patient Information
A distal radius fracture, commonly known as a wrist fracture, is a break in the radius bone near the wrist joint. Surgery may be necessary to realign and stabilize the bone to prevent complications such as stiffness, weakness, and pain. After surgery, patients should watch out for signs of infection
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Understanding Proprioceptors and Their Role in Body Balance
Proprioceptors play a crucial role in providing information about the position of body parts, muscle spindle response to stretch, and muscle tension regulation. Muscle spindles and Golgi tendon organs are key components in maintaining muscle tone and ensuring proper reflex actions. This article delv
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Health Literacy in Rural Appalachia: Understanding the Impact and Needs
Health literacy is crucial in rural Appalachia where low literacy levels contribute to poor health outcomes. Understanding, supporting, and improving health literacy among the population can lead to better health decisions and reduced disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. This article explo
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Importance of Preconception Care for Maternal and Child Health
Preconception care involves biomedical interventions provided to women and couples before conception to improve their health status and reduce factors contributing to poor maternal and child health outcomes. It aims to enhance maternal and child health in both the short and long term by addressing p
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Promoting Fetal & Maternal Health: Key Objectives & National Health Goals
This lecture by Assist. Prof. Dr. Hawraa Hussein Ghafel focuses on promoting fetal and maternal health through various aspects such as health behaviors, nursing processes, and health promotion during pregnancy. Key topics include identifying national health goals, assessing pregnant women, planning
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Understanding Achilles Tendinopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Achilles tendinopathy refers to pain, swelling, and physical impairment of the Achilles tendon. The causes include excessive loading, tight calf muscles, increased body weight, and biomechanical factors. Symptoms range from pain along the tendon to restricted ankle movement. Diagnosis involves a hea
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Understanding Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) in Adults
Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction, also known as Adult Acquired Flat Foot Deformity (PTTD), is a condition that affects the tibialis posterior tendon, leading to reduced arch support. Common causes include obesity, trauma, age, and existing health conditions. Symptoms may include ankle pain, swe
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Understanding Frozen Shoulder and Adhesive Capsulitis
Periarthritis of the shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder, is a condition characterized by pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion in the shoulder joint. Risk factors include immobilization, tendon inflammation, stroke, lung disease, diabetes, and more. Clinical featur
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Understanding Splints: Types, Functions, and Applications in Rehabilitation
Splints are essential devices used for stabilizing and supporting injured body parts, primarily in the upper extremities. They help maintain structural integrity, prevent unwanted movements, reduce pain, and promote rehabilitation through various types, including static and dynamic splints. Aeroplan
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Understanding Health Inequities and Inequalities in the 21st Century
Explore the differences between health inequality and inequity, and how societal disparities impact health outcomes. Delve into the concept of health equity defined by the World Health Organization and the role of social determinants in creating avoidable health inequities. Learn about the social gr
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Understanding Social Determinants of Health and Their Impact on Well-being
Social determinants of health encompass a wide range of factors, including income, education, employment, and genetics, that significantly influence individual and population health outcomes. Research highlights the importance of addressing these determinants to improve health and reduce disparities
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Comprehensive Overview of Health and Wellness Principles
The importance of physical protection, disease prevention, and health education is emphasized in maintaining overall well-being. Physical activities, proper nutrition, hygiene, and mental well-being all play crucial roles in achieving a balanced state of health. This holistic approach to health also
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Understanding Mental Health in Tower Hamlets: Key Stats and Strategies
The Tower Hamlets JSNA report for February 2019 sheds light on the prevalence of mental health issues in the borough, highlighting statistics such as higher rates of mental health disorders compared to London. It emphasizes the importance of addressing wider determinants of mental health and the nee
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Understanding Upper Limb Deep Tendon Reflexes Examination
Exploring the intricacies of upper limb deep tendon reflexes (DTR) examination, this comprehensive guide elaborates on the monosynaptic stretch reflex mechanism, protective role of stretch reflexes, grading of reflexes, factors influencing reflex activity, and reinforcement techniques like the Jendr
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Understanding Health Disparities and Medicaid's Role in Advancing Equity
Health and health care disparities refer to differences in health outcomes and access to care among different groups, often linked to social, economic, and environmental inequities. People of color face longstanding disparities in health and health care, with factors inside and outside the health ca
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New Faculty Workshop Series: Student Health and Wellness Connection is Prevention
The New Faculty Workshop Series on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, focuses on student health and wellness, emphasizing prevention at the University of Connecticut. Featuring speakers Suzanne Onorato, Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness (SHaW), and Kristina Stevens, Director of SHaW Ment
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Understanding the Biological Basis of Human Motion and Motor Learning
In the biological basis of human motion, a series of electro-chemical-physical reactions occur at the neuromuscular junction, enabling nerve stimulation for muscle contraction. Nerve impulses for movement originate in the central nervous system or muscles, with acetylcholine transmitting impulses be
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Understanding Training, Straining, and Tendon Science with Jonathan Hodges, DPT
Develop a fundamental understanding of acute:chronic loading, the science behind tendon strains vs. tendinopathies, and best programming to reduce injury risk. Explore the impact of training variables, strains, tendinopathies, training volume, acute on chronic training loads, and establishing load p
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Wisconsin 2022 School Health Profiles Report
The Wisconsin 2022 School Health Profiles Report provides insights from a weighted principal survey on various aspects of school health programs. Results include the percentage of schools using self-assessment tools, engaging in wellness policy activities, and overseeing health programs. The data hi
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Indiana 2014 School Health Profiles Report
The Indiana 2014 School Health Profiles Report provides insights on the percentage of schools using self-assessment tools for assessing various health areas, inclusion of health-related objectives in school improvement plans, reviewing health and safety data in improvement planning, and oversight of
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WHO's HiAP Framework and Global Mandates for Health Equity
This content discusses the HiAP Framework for Country Action and Global Mandates for promoting health equity. It covers resolutions, declarations, and recommendations by various organizations to address social determinants of health and reduce health inequities. The WHO Director-General is urged to
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Vaccination Data Collection and Health Care System in Ethiopia
Planned vaccination data collection is underway in health facilities in Ethiopia, with teams visiting Enumeration Areas and health centers to ensure children are vaccinated. The health care system in Ethiopia includes Health Centers at regional, zonal, and woreda levels, staffed with health officers
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Health Inequalities in Jordan: Social Determinants and Priorities
This study by Dr. Hoda Rashad in Jordan explores health inequalities and their social determinants, analyzing 85 health indicators in various categories like child health, non-communicable diseases, reproductive health, and health system performance. Key findings reveal progress in child mortality,
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Equity in Development Partners Support on Health Financing in Lao PDR P4H Meeting
The meeting focuses on addressing health indicators, inequities, and health financing challenges in Lao PDR. It analyzes the background of health indicators, inequities by socio-economic status and ethnic groups, and the current health financing situation in the country. The discussion delves into s
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Understanding Flexibility and Stretching Techniques
Flexibility is crucial for optimal physical performance and injury prevention. It refers to the ability to move joints through a full range of motion without restrictions. Factors limiting flexibility include tissue elasticity, bony structure, and muscle/tendon extensibility. Understanding active an
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Understanding Annual Health Checks for People with Learning Disabilities
Annual Health Checks (AHC) are essential for individuals over 14 years old with learning disabilities to review their physical and mental health. Conducted by GPs or health professionals, these checks help in detecting, treating, and preventing new health conditions. By being on the learning disabil
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Understanding Health Education and Promotion Concepts
Health education is the process through which individuals and groups learn to promote, maintain, and restore health while addressing risks and preventing diseases and injuries. Health promotion involves planned actions to improve living conditions conducive to health, empower individuals, and create
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Pediatric Ankle and Knee Pain Imaging Findings
Images show calcifications in Achilles tendon and deep to plantar fascia in a 7-year-old with ankle pain, as well as a cortical abnormality in the distal femur of a 16-year-old girl presenting with knee pain. The significance of these findings requires further evaluation by a medical professional.
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Scottish Public Health Observatory: Enhancing Health Information for Better Decision Making
The Scottish Public Health Observatory collaborates with NHS National Services Scotland to provide health information, intelligence, and statistical services supporting NHS in enhancing quality improvement in health care. They analyze national health data to improve population health and reduce heal
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Health Education for Social Change: A Strategy for Public Health Development in Nigeria
The practice of health education in Nigeria dates back to the 1950s, playing a crucial role in promoting health and well-being. Health education provides vital information to the populace, empowering individuals to make informed decisions for better health outcomes. It covers a wide range of topics,
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Integrating Administrative Data in Health Studies: A Case Study
This case study explores the integration of administrative data in health studies focusing on profiling the health status of Irish regions in 2010. The objectives include linking regional health profiles to prescribing patterns, incorporating demographics and drug scheme coverage rates, and simulati
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EU4Health Programme: Transforming Public Health in Europe
The EU's financial strategy and priorities in the health domain are highlighted through the EU4Health programme, aiming to enhance public health in Europe. The HaDEA is actively involved in improving health in the Union, protecting against cross-border health threats, ensuring availability of afford
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Veterolegal Pathology: Examination of Horses for Soundness by Dr. Imran Ali, Asst. Professor at Bihar Veterinary College
In the field of veterolegal pathology, examining horses for soundness is crucial for assessing their natural usefulness. This examination involves identifying conditions such as bone spavin, bog spavin, bowed tendon, and curb, each with specific symptoms that indicate unsoundness as per legal defini
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