Localisation, intensity, impact of pain
The video explains what are the essential elements to describe (or ask to describe) pain, in relation to its characteristics and its course.
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Shoulder dislocation
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Physical activity to keep the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems in balance
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Sunburn and burns. Water or oil?
In the tranquility of our kitchen we may inadvertently incur a sunburn. We almost always immediately resort to the traditional methods passed down from our parents. Be careful, however, these
Hydrating with fruits and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables are our best allies against dehydration. They contain not only water but also vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables helps keep
Discovering Mindfulness: a practice for feeling good about yourself
The concept of Mindfulness is aimed at identifying a set of practices useful for rediscovering and increasing awareness of one’s own experience and feelings, both physical and mental, with the
The diet for cancer prevention and treatment
It is now proven that too much sugar, meat and refined foods increase our risk of getting sick, while whole grains and vegetables protect us. But what kind of diet
Coffee and Caffeine
What do we know about coffee, one of the most prevalent beverages in our daily diet? Do we know the positive effects on our body? And to what extent can we drink it without taking unnecessary risks to our bodies?
Starting a physical activity: some tips
The reasons that often prompt us to start a physical activity are many and varied. One of the main motivations is definitely aesthetic (one plays sports to improve one’s physical
Vitamin D: from sunshine to prevention
Scientific studies show that human beings cannot do without this valuable element, which is necessary for health and disease prevention. Where can we draw it from in nature? To what
Strength, vitality — vitamins?
Exercise, proper diet, and the right vitamins can really help you have a healthier and longer-lasting life. But how to take the vitamins so as to reap the greatest benefits?
Anuria – Oliguria
Anuria is the failure of the kidney to produce urine. Oliguria, on the other hand, is the production of an insufficient amount of urine to maintain homeostasis. Causes may be
Goals of physical training in cardiac rehabilitation
Cardiac rehabilitation according to a currently accepted definition in Europe, the United States and Canada is “the sum total of interventions carried out on the patient to ensure the best
Infertility in the life of a couple
When we talk about infertility, it is impossible not to talk about couples as well. This is mainly because infertility is both a symptom and a problem of the couple
Narrative medicine (preview)
Nowadays very often physicians identify patients no longer by their actual name, but by the room number in which they reside and perhaps the condition from which they suffer. It
Screening in medicine: what they are and why to do them
In the medical field, it is really crucial to be able to identify a disease in time as, if detected at an early stage, the chances of treatment and thus
Water sports
We have now reached the height of summer. Temperatures are beginning to rise relentlessly and the heat is beginning to take its toll, especially on those who practice sports. Running,
Mindfulness and walking: an exercise for mind and body
Mindfulness Over the course of various articles on our portal, we have repeatedly discussed the topic of approaching life. As many of you may have learned from reading previous articles,
Melanoma: everything you need to know about this disease
melanoma is a malignant tumor that originates from melanocytes, cells that contain the pigment, called melanin, responsible for skin coloration. It can develop in the skin all over the body,
Wifi: are electromagnetic waves a danger to our health ?
If you go to a restaurant, bar, mall or any other type of store, you will most likely find a sign somewhere that says “Wifi Free.” This happens because nowadays
Acne: what it is and how to fight it
The term acne comes from the Greek word acmé or acné, meaning foam or summit. It is one of the most common skin diseases in the juvenile population; in fact,
Nickel allergy: intolerant people in Italy are 32%.
Nickel is a heavy metal found in many everyday objects. Indeed, it can be found in jewelry (especially earrings and watches) in zippers, jeans buttons, but also in bracelets, keys,
Halloween: some precautions to protect skin and eyes
The traditional Halloween holiday is now upon us. Everything is almost ready for Witches’ Night next October 31. Various venues have organized parties and scary masquerade parties and the little
Chromotherapy: the importance of colors for a person’s mental and physical well-being
Colors have always been a part of all people’s lives. Some fascinate us, such as those that artists pour onto their canvases in the creation of their masterpieces, others frighten
.Driving dehydrated is as dangerous as doing it drunk
Driving while intoxicated is absolutely prohibited as it can lead to tragic outcomes, both for the driver and for any unfortunate bystanders. But this condition is not the only one
Spontaneous chronic urticaria
Pomphi, itching (often nocturnal) and swelling of certain parts of the body, sometimes disfiguring, with no known cause and disappearing only to recur suddenly and unpredictably. These are the symptoms
Heart attack (or stroke)
A heart attack occurs when the blood supply is severely reduced or interrupted. Symptoms include tightness and pain in the center of the chest, pain radiating to the shoulders, neck,
