The key organ in the respiratory system is the lung, which is shaped like an upside down tree. The windpipe or trachea is like the trunk of a tree. The trachea branches out to smaller airways called bronchi, and ends up in small air sacs known as alveoli. The bronchi and bronchiole is surrounded by
Much has been written before in the non-medical press about the child who snores during sleep. Most of what has been written would have mentioned the association with obstructive sleep apnoea, big tonsils, sleep study tests and tonsillectomy. But not every child needs to go down this well-trodden path, although many children do benefit from
Our busy lifestyles can be hard not only on our health but also on our family’s health. Rushing to and from school and work can make it hard to find time to be physically active. We can also slip into the habit of choosing unhealthy snacks and take-away foods or spending our free time watching
Diarrhoea is defined as the passage of unusually loose or watery stools usually at least 3 times in a 24 hour period. It is the consistency rather than the frequency that is important. Frequent passing of formed stools is not considered diarrhoea. Similarly breast fed babies may pass loose stools, sometimes up to 6 to
Osteoporosis is the most common metabolic bone disease that I see in practise. It is characterised by decreased bone density and an increased risk of fracture. Osteoporosis is usually overlooked and undertreated because it is clinically silent until it presents itself as a fracture. This can cause devastating physical and psychological effects on a patient.
Pelvic organ prolapse is a condition that only affects women, and when it does, many women suffer in silence, being too shy to seek treatment. Pelvic organ prolapse happens when the tissues that support the organs in the lower belly relax. When these tissues, sometimes called the "pelvic floor" relax too much, the organs drop
With the increase in the aging population, the study and care of gastrointestinal disorders in the elderly have become priority topics for clinicians and researchers, who aim to create more awareness on the effects of aging upon the physiology of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Although an increased prevalence of several common gastrointestinal disorders occurs in
These simple exercises as shown below with description is beneficial for senior folks. If you have a particular condition, or muscle imbalance, contractures, or spasticity, you need to consult with your physical therapist for a program that is appropriate for your needs. Hand Behind Back Towel Stretch Throw a towel over your left shoulder and
The most common cause of chronic knee pain and disability in the elderly is arthritis. While there are many types of arthritis, most knee pain is caused by just three types – osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and post-traumatic arthritis. Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is still the commonest among these three. Osteoarthritis is an age-related "wear and tear" type
