Yoga might just be the secret weapon for tackling chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). A recent study dug deep into how yoga can influence this condition. The research used a powerful tool called the Multi-Layer Perceptron Classifier (MLPC). This tool is like a smart detective, sifting through loads of data. The data included personal details, the severity of CVI case...
Dry eye disease is a widespread issue affecting many people. Symptoms can vary greatly from person to person. Most treatments focus on easing symptoms after they appear. This approach is often seen as reactive rather than proactive. However, there is a growing push for a more forward-thinking approach in medicine. This approach is known as 4P medicine. The 4P's stand...
The heart is a strong muscle, but it can face some serious hurdles. One of these hurdles is heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, or HFpEF. This condition makes it tough for the heart to relax and fill up properly between beats. This can cause a lot of health issues and make it hard to figure out the best treatment. Why? Because it has many different causes...
Parkinson's disease isn't just about movement issues. It can also cause mental symptoms like hallucinations and delusions, known as psychosis. This makes treatment a real challenge for doctors. First, doctors might adjust or switch medications that aren't directly treating Parkinson's. If that doesn't work, they might use atypical antipsychotics or a drug called pim...
Russia plans to give away a custom cancer vaccine starting in early 2025. Andrey Kaprin, the head of Russia’s Radiology Medical Research Center, said their vaccine targets cancer by stopping tumors from growing and spreading. Unlike vaccines that prevent cancer, this one is designed for patients already battling the disease. Experts like Alexander Gintsburg from Mosc...
Diabetes can cause big problems for the kidneys, but with early action and teamwork, those issues can be managed. Doctors from three important health groups in Macedonia came together to write a guide on how to spot and handle diabetic kidney disease (DKD). They want healthcare pros to focus on catching it early to stop it from getting really bad. They talk about the...
Ever wondered how teens with cerebral palsy (CP) can improve their walking? Enter biofeedback, a clever tool that uses sounds, sights, or feelings to help them walk better. Not all teens respond the same way, though. Some get better right away, while others take time. Why? Because they need to remember and apply changes from one session to the next. Researchers are ...