People often go to emergency rooms for minor health problems. This is a big issue. It clogs up the ER. It makes everyone wait longer. A solution? General Practice-led urgent care practices. These are near ERs. They help sort patients. Some folks think they need the ER. They want lots of tests. But d
Germany's approach to mental health care has evolved significantly since the 1970s. The initial push for change led to a decentralized system, with local communities taking the lead. This shift was driven by a desire to move away from institutional care and towards more personalized, community-based
In Nigeria, tools that help people with disabilities are not as common as they should be. These tools, known as assistive devices, can make life easier for kids who have disabilities. They can help kids move around, communicate, and do everyday tasks. But in many parts of the world, like Nigeria, no
Knee replacements can sometimes feel loose, causing pain and trouble for patients. Doctors use CT scans to check these implants, but current methods don't measure how loose they are. A new method uses CT scans taken while the knee is bent in different directions. This helps measure how much the impl
In Germany, physical therapy is often the first step for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis. But how do these therapists decide what treatments to use? A recent study looked into this, comparing what therapists actually do with the latest research. Osteoarthritis is a common condition that caus
Fibromyalgia is a tricky condition. It's not just about physical pain. Many people with fibromyalgia also deal with anxiety and depression. But how well can physiotherapists spot these issues? A recent study looked into this. Fifty-three physiotherapists in Belgium took part. They checked 169 new f
People are increasingly sharing their health journeys on social media. A recent study looked at how patients discuss total ankle replacements on Facebook and Instagram. The study found that most posts were about recovery milestones, not complications. This might give a skewed view of the procedure.
Managing long-term health issues can be tough. There are many tools out there to help. Apps and wearables are becoming popular. They give people quick access to their health data. This can make handling conditions easier. But not all tools are helpful. Some do a better job than others. Researchers
Clear communication is super important in health care. When things get mixed up, it can lead to bad health results, unhappy patients, and even complaints about health professionals. So, how can we make sure everyone is on the same page? One way is by using recordings from real doctor-patient chats.
The LGBTQ+ community faces higher rates of substance use compared to their straight peers. This isn't a coincidence. The extra pressure of being a minority in society, known as minority stress, plays a huge role. This stress can negatively affect mental health and disrupt the body's natural stress r
