Sensory systems are crucial for maintaining balance. The way kids with hearing or visual impairments use these systems to stay upright is not well understood. A recent study dug into this topic, focusing on boys aged 9 to 13. The goal was to see how kids with hearing loss or visual impairments compare to those without these issues when it comes to keeping their balan...
The world of Parkinson's disease research is always buzzing with new ideas. One recent study looked into how sound waves might help with two big issues: resting tremors and slow movements, also known as bradykinesia. The team behind this study wanted to see if certain sounds could make a difference in how these symptoms show up in patients. To start, they gather...
Fatty liver disease is a serious condition. It happens when too much fat builds up in the liver. This can harm the organ and cause big problems. A recent experiment looked at how exercise and herbal supplements affect fatty liver disease in rats. The study used 40 male Wistar rats. These rats were split into groups. One group ate a normal diet. The others were fed a ...
Screen time among teens has been a hot topic for over a decade. Parents, teachers, and health experts have been concerned about the amount of time young people spend glued to screens. The big question is: How does family structure play a role in this? Surprisingly, there hasn't been much research on this topic. This is a big gap in our knowledge. It's important ...
Depression is a massive hurdle for many people. Some people find that their usual treatment plans don't work for them. This is called treatment resistant depression (TRD). For those with TRD, things like daily tasks and work can become a major struggle. A recent study compared two different treatments, esketamine nasal spray (NS) and quetiapine extended rel...
In the Luzhou region, hospitals have had a lot of questions about the best way to use blood thinners. Blood thinners, also called anticoagulants, are medicines that prevent blood clots. They are important for treating and preventing conditions like heart attacks and strokes. The use of these drugs has been increasing a lot in hospitals. This has made it really impo...
Did you know living near airports can hurt your heart? A recent study found people exposed to high aircraft noise might face poor heart function, potentially leading to heart attacks, strokes, and irregular heartbeats. Scientists from the University College London discovered that those living close to airports like Heathrow or Gatwick had hearts that were 10% to 20% ...
Ever wondered what works better to tackle bladder leaks in women? A recent study set out to answer that question. Instead of focusing on pace and power like your regular workout, these ladies tried something new – pelvic yoga. And guess what? It turned out to be just as effective as good old-fashioned physical training. Now, you might be thinking, "How does yoga hel...
Are you a woman with multiple sclerosis (MS) and looking for ways to improve your daily life? A cool study recently explored how a simple 12-week resistance training program can make a big difference. Let's dive into what they found! First, let's talk about oxidative status. It's like the body's way of dealing with harmful molecules. The study showed that resistance...
You might think that athletes do better when they focus on where they want to go, like a far target. But a study had college students throw a medicine ball while switching their focus between near and far targets. Surprisingly, focusing on the far target didn't make much difference. Instead, when they concentrated on their own movements, either during or after the th...