Acupuncture has become more widely used in sports medicine to treat pain and hasten recovery from injuries. Modern acupuncture uses sterile, disposable needles inserted at specific points along "meridians" to balance the flow of life energy in the body. Treatment sessions typically involve 6-12 needles placed for 10-30 minutes. While generally safe, serious risks include infection and organ puncture. Research shows acupuncture effective for osteoarthritis knee pain and some studies find it can improve immune function after exercise. The largest trial to date found acupuncture helped reduce knee pain more than education or sham acupuncture.
This is a report made by Dr. Ramesh Manocha, who have used Sahaja Yoga Meditation for the improvement of symptoms and treatment of asthma, headache, menopause and depression.
Have a look, and feedback and comments are appreciated.
More information at: sahajayoga.org or at sahajayoga.dk
Acupuncture originates from China and has been practiced there for thousands of years. It is really beneficial to treat diseases like Anxiety , Depression, Infertility, Weight loss , Insomnia , Asthma, Nausea, Digestive problems, Pregnancy care and many other conditions. The practitioners of Northside Acupuncture in Northern Beaches treat these problems very successfully. So If you are looking for the best Acupuncture clinic then feel free to contact us.
This is the presentation which was delivered to third year Bachelor of Physiotherapy students at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS), Dhulikhel, Nepal. Different schools of thoughts in manual therapy are the part of curriculum for the undergraduate students at KUSMS.
Complementary and alternative approaches to pain relief during laborpharmaindexing
Even though delivery is a natural phenomenon, it has been demonstrated that the accompanying pain is considered severe or extreme in more than half of cases. Besides conventional approaches, such as epidural analgesia, many complementary or alternative methods have been reported to reduce pain during labor and delivery. Not every woman wants traditional pain medication. Many moms-to-be want their labor and delivery to be as natural as possible (and for women who are recovering from drug and alcohol abuse, analgesics are usually a no-no), but still as comfortable as possible.
Assessment and management of complex pain conditionsSaurab Sharma
This was a presentation made at NITTE University during their first Physiotherapy Conference where I was invited as a Speaker. I am posting this thinking if this will be useful revision for those who attended and may be of some use to those who could not listen.
CP-Care - Module 6 - Other physiotherapy and or complementary interventionsKarel Van Isacker
CP-Care curriculum, training course and assessment mechanism (ECVET based)
Website: http://cpcare.eu/en/
This project (CP-CARE - 2016-1-TR01-KA202-035094) has been funded with support from the European Commission. This communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Chronic pain: Role of tricyclic antidepressants, dolsulepinSudhir Kumar
Chronic pain is common. Depression often co-exist with chronic pain. This article looks at the pathophysiology, prevalence of chronic pain and depression. The role of TCA, especially dosulepin and amitriptyline has been discussed.
This is a report made by Dr. Ramesh Manocha, who have used Sahaja Yoga Meditation for the improvement of symptoms and treatment of asthma, headache, menopause and depression.
Have a look, and feedback and comments are appreciated.
More information at: sahajayoga.org or at sahajayoga.dk
Acupuncture originates from China and has been practiced there for thousands of years. It is really beneficial to treat diseases like Anxiety , Depression, Infertility, Weight loss , Insomnia , Asthma, Nausea, Digestive problems, Pregnancy care and many other conditions. The practitioners of Northside Acupuncture in Northern Beaches treat these problems very successfully. So If you are looking for the best Acupuncture clinic then feel free to contact us.
This is the presentation which was delivered to third year Bachelor of Physiotherapy students at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS), Dhulikhel, Nepal. Different schools of thoughts in manual therapy are the part of curriculum for the undergraduate students at KUSMS.
Complementary and alternative approaches to pain relief during laborpharmaindexing
Even though delivery is a natural phenomenon, it has been demonstrated that the accompanying pain is considered severe or extreme in more than half of cases. Besides conventional approaches, such as epidural analgesia, many complementary or alternative methods have been reported to reduce pain during labor and delivery. Not every woman wants traditional pain medication. Many moms-to-be want their labor and delivery to be as natural as possible (and for women who are recovering from drug and alcohol abuse, analgesics are usually a no-no), but still as comfortable as possible.
Assessment and management of complex pain conditionsSaurab Sharma
This was a presentation made at NITTE University during their first Physiotherapy Conference where I was invited as a Speaker. I am posting this thinking if this will be useful revision for those who attended and may be of some use to those who could not listen.
CP-Care - Module 6 - Other physiotherapy and or complementary interventionsKarel Van Isacker
CP-Care curriculum, training course and assessment mechanism (ECVET based)
Website: http://cpcare.eu/en/
This project (CP-CARE - 2016-1-TR01-KA202-035094) has been funded with support from the European Commission. This communication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
Chronic pain: Role of tricyclic antidepressants, dolsulepinSudhir Kumar
Chronic pain is common. Depression often co-exist with chronic pain. This article looks at the pathophysiology, prevalence of chronic pain and depression. The role of TCA, especially dosulepin and amitriptyline has been discussed.
Esta apresentação de slides foi desenvolvida para o curso introdutório em Medicina Tradicional Chinesa, na Comunidade de Práticas . Acesse: https://cursos.atencaobasica.org.br/courses/16683
Material produzido pelo Ministério da Saúde (Política Nacional de Práticas Integrativas e Complementares) e Instituto Communitas.
Esta apresentação de slides foi desenvolvida para o curso introdutório em Medicina Tradicional Chinesa, na Comunidade de Práticas . Acesse: https://cursos.atencaobasica.org.br/courses/16683
Material produzido pelo Ministério da Saúde (Política Nacional de Práticas Integrativas e Complementares) e Instituto Communitas.
Seminário sobre Cicatrização de Feridas apresentado por Francisco Doria, Laís Cole e Roberta Fernandez no oitavo período do curso de medicina da UFRJ, campus Macaé, como pré-requisito na disciplina de Cirurgia Geral, abordando aspectos gerais sobre o período pós-operatório, ações benéficas e cuidados no pós-operatório, complicações cirúrgicas e pós-operatório de cirurgia torácica.
No poison can kill a positive thinker and no medicine can cure a negative thinker. Pain is a complex perceptual experience. Pain is a major public health problem. Beat back pain without surgery and conquer pain without painkillers. Delays have dangerous ends. Knee braces invite injury. Chronic pain affects one in three people in the United States. There are more Americans suffering from chronic pain than with diabetes, heart disease, and cancer combined. Chronic pain is caused by degeneration, illnesses, injuries, surgeries, and treatment side effects. Pain is a major public health problem and is the most common reason why Americans use complementary and integrative health practices. Recent imaging evidence suggests a possible hypothalamic origin for a headache attack, but further research is needed. A migraine is associated with a modest increase in the risk of ischemic stroke.
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1. Health and Physiotherapy.
2. The Role of Physiotherapy.
3. Acupuncture: A Traditional Medical Practice.
4. Acupuncture: Ways to Improve Health.
5. Benefits of Acupuncture.
An Exploration of Acupuncture Treatment to Meniere’s Disease by Tong Zheng Hong by Advancements in Bioequivalence & Bioavailability
Yin-Yang balance is absolutely the unique concept of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that distinguishes TCM from the Western medicine. A disease indicates a loss of the balance of Yin-Yang. The research shows acupuncture combined with western medicine comprehensive treatment (WMCT) can be more effective for the symptoms of Meniere’s disease such as vertigo and dizziness, but it remains uncertain whether acupuncture is good for hearing loss.
Ethanol (CH3CH2OH), or beverage alcohol, is a two-carbon alcohol
that is rapidly distributed in the body and brain. Ethanol alters many
neurochemical systems and has rewarding and addictive properties. It
is the oldest recreational drug and likely contributes to more morbidity,
mortality, and public health costs than all illicit drugs combined. The
5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
(DSM-5) integrates alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence into a single
disorder called alcohol use disorder (AUD), with mild, moderate,
and severe subclassifications (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).
In the DSM-5, all types of substance abuse and dependence have been
combined into a single substance use disorder (SUD) on a continuum
from mild to severe. A diagnosis of AUD requires that at least two of
the 11 DSM-5 behaviors be present within a 12-month period (mild
AUD: 2–3 criteria; moderate AUD: 4–5 criteria; severe AUD: 6–11 criteria).
The four main behavioral effects of AUD are impaired control over
drinking, negative social consequences, risky use, and altered physiological
effects (tolerance, withdrawal). This chapter presents an overview
of the prevalence and harmful consequences of AUD in the U.S.,
the systemic nature of the disease, neurocircuitry and stages of AUD,
comorbidities, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, genetic risk factors, and
pharmacotherapies for AUD.
Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
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RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
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Title: Sense of Smell
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the primary categories of smells and the concept of odor blindness.
Explain the structure and location of the olfactory membrane and mucosa, including the types and roles of cells involved in olfaction.
Describe the pathway and mechanisms of olfactory signal transmission from the olfactory receptors to the brain.
Illustrate the biochemical cascade triggered by odorant binding to olfactory receptors, including the role of G-proteins and second messengers in generating an action potential.
Identify different types of olfactory disorders such as anosmia, hyposmia, hyperosmia, and dysosmia, including their potential causes.
Key Topics:
Olfactory Genes:
3% of the human genome accounts for olfactory genes.
400 genes for odorant receptors.
Olfactory Membrane:
Located in the superior part of the nasal cavity.
Medially: Folds downward along the superior septum.
Laterally: Folds over the superior turbinate and upper surface of the middle turbinate.
Total surface area: 5-10 square centimeters.
Olfactory Mucosa:
Olfactory Cells: Bipolar nerve cells derived from the CNS (100 million), with 4-25 olfactory cilia per cell.
Sustentacular Cells: Produce mucus and maintain ionic and molecular environment.
Basal Cells: Replace worn-out olfactory cells with an average lifespan of 1-2 months.
Bowman’s Gland: Secretes mucus.
Stimulation of Olfactory Cells:
Odorant dissolves in mucus and attaches to receptors on olfactory cilia.
Involves a cascade effect through G-proteins and second messengers, leading to depolarization and action potential generation in the olfactory nerve.
Quality of a Good Odorant:
Small (3-20 Carbon atoms), volatile, water-soluble, and lipid-soluble.
Facilitated by odorant-binding proteins in mucus.
Membrane Potential and Action Potential:
Resting membrane potential: -55mV.
Action potential frequency in the olfactory nerve increases with odorant strength.
Adaptation Towards the Sense of Smell:
Rapid adaptation within the first second, with further slow adaptation.
Psychological adaptation greater than receptor adaptation, involving feedback inhibition from the central nervous system.
Primary Sensations of Smell:
Camphoraceous, Musky, Floral, Pepperminty, Ethereal, Pungent, Putrid.
Odor Detection Threshold:
Examples: Hydrogen sulfide (0.0005 ppm), Methyl-mercaptan (0.002 ppm).
Some toxic substances are odorless at lethal concentrations.
Characteristics of Smell:
Odor blindness for single substances due to lack of appropriate receptor protein.
Behavioral and emotional influences of smell.
Transmission of Olfactory Signals:
From olfactory cells to glomeruli in the olfactory bulb, involving lateral inhibition.
Primitive, less old, and new olfactory systems with different path
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2. 2 Invited Commentary
pneumothorax, spinal cord injury, cardiac puncture, pain and function scores at 8 and 26 weeks and in the
septic arthritis, seizure, and drowsiness sufficient to cause Patient Clobal Assessment Score at week 26. To date, this
an automobile accident [7,8]. Serious complications are is the largest acupuncture study performed for treatment
generally associated with poor technique and inexpert of any musculoskeletal condition, and included both
needle placement. It is estimated that serious complica- sham acupuncture and noninvasive control groups. The
tions occur at a rate of 0.05 per 10,000 treatments [7]. sham acupuncture group showed intermediate results,
as noted in other studies. Also of note is that the educa-
tion control group had higher pain scores at the end of
Research tbe study despite taking bigher doses of nonsteroidal
Acupuncture has been studied by Western medicine anti-inflammatory drugs. Otber studies evaluating acu-
increasingly over the past 30 years. Many of tbe early clin- puncture for treatment of osteoartbritis of the knee have
ical trials were of poor quality, with unrandomized or no demonstrated significant improvement [25). Two previ-
control groups. An additional limitation of acupuncture ous trials involving patients on waiting lists for total knee
research is that most of the research protocols are based arthroplasty have shown significant improvement in
on specific, predetermined acupuncture points, whereas knee pain and functional improvement; 10% of subjects
in the clinical setting, points are determined individu- in one study [26] and 25% of patients in another study
ally, frequently based on localized tender points. [27] experienced improvement to an extent that they
It is difficult to design an appropriate placebo treat- withdrew themselves from the joint replacement waiting
ment for acupuncture. Controversy exists in the selection lists.
of appropriate control groups for acupuncture studies [9]. Recent attention has been given to tbe effects of acu-
Studies utilizing sham acupuncture along with another puncture on immune function. A recent study evaluating
control group (eg, wait list) frequently show intermediate immune function and mood after exhaustive exercise
effectiveness of sham acupuncture, with tbe sbam acu- found increased salivary IgA and salivary cortisol levels
puncture group falling between acupuncture and the and lower ratings of "fatigue" and "confusion" on the Pro-
other control groups [10,11]. The most plausible theory file of Mood States in subjects versus controls [28]. Other
regarding this phenomenon may also explain the basis for studies have shown complex effects on immune func-
acupuncture analgesia. Any needling of skin may increase tion, felt to be modulated by the central nervous system
endorphins and activate diffuse noxious inhibitory con- [29,30].
trol systems, supraspinal structures that modulate the
transmission of nociceptive signals [12]. A new placebo
acupuncture needle has been developed with some early Conclusions
validation [13], although it has not yet been widely used Acupuncture is a minimally invasive, relatively safe medi-
in published acupuncture studies. cal procedure that appears to have complex effects on the
Early studies convincingly demonstrated an increase central and peripheral nervous system, immune system,
in endorphin release into the cerebrospinal fluid [14,15], and pain perception. Although acupuncture should not
and inhibition of acupuncture analgesia with naloxone supplant the role of conventional therapies such as reha-
[16]. These results have been supported by animal studies bilitation to treat these conditions, it is a useful adjunct
as well [17,18]. to treat pain, which can inhibit muscular contraction,
Clinical trials and meta-analyses have supported the interfering with rehabilitation and athletic performance.
effectiveness of acupuncture for treatment of a variety of It is also useful for treatment of cbronic conditions
conditions treated by sports medicine specialists. These that fail to respond to more conventional therapies.
include some of the more chronic and difficult conditions Although recent studies are of higher quality, problems
seen in sports medicine, such as lateral epicondylalgia remain in tbe design and interpretation of acupuncture
[19-21], patellofemoral pain [22], and low back pain research. Larger, better-controlled studies are needed to
[23,24]. Several of tbese trials included objective func- determine the effectiveness of acupuncture compared
tional assessment, showing improvement in walking or witb more conventional treatments.
stair-climbing performance in addition to improvement
in pain scales.
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