Human center of gravity is a term that has implications for all things related to posture, including issues such asswayback, the design ofposture exerciseprograms, and much more. Wokandapix/Pixabay Believe it or not, your COG can be located outside your body.How is this possible? When we define the COG, we do so from the reference of a static, standing position. But the body is continuously in motion, which means we change positions often....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAcute vs. Chronic BronchitisAcute Bronchitis ComplicationsChronic Bronchitis Complications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Acute vs. Chronic Bronchitis Acute Bronchitis Complications Chronic Bronchitis Complications Learn about the potential complications associated with both acute and chronic bronchitis. Nuttawan Jayawan / Getty Images Bronchitis: An Overview Before discussing the complications of bronchitis, it’s important to distinguish the two different kinds, as both the symptoms and impact can vary significantly....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon ComplicationsPreventionTreatmentWhen to See a ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Complications Prevention Treatment When to See a Provider Frequently Asked Questions Chronic kidney disease(CKD) occurs when there is damage to the kidneys and they no longer filter blood the way they should. One job of the kidneys is to filter waste and fluid from the blood to produce urine....

Cirrhosisis a late-stage liver disease in which there is significant scarring (fibrosis) of the liver. It can bring with it a range of complications, from easy bruising or bleeding to a buildup of toxins in the brain, to potentially fatal conditions such askidney failureandliver cancer. Shidlovski / Getty Images In fact, more than a million people throughout the world die from complications of cirrhosis each year. Forty thousand of those fatalities occur in the United States, making cirrhosis the 11th leading cause of death in the country, according to theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBone MetastasesLung MetastasesLiver MetastasesBrain MetastasesRare ComplicationsNext in Metastatic Breast Cancer Guide GuideEnd of Life Concerns With Metastatic Breast Cancer Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Bone Metastases Lung Metastases Liver Metastases Brain Metastases Rare Complications Next in Metastatic Breast Cancer Guide Guide The complications of metastatic breast cancer, also known as stage 4 breast cancer, can vary based on which organ (or organs) the cancer has spread to....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsComplicationsRisk FactorsPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Complications Risk Factors Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Even mild cases of pneumonia have the potential to cause complications, so no occurrence should be taken lightly. The severity of symptoms can range from mild to life-threatening. This article will discuss the complications of pneumonia and the importance of prevention, early diagnosis, and prompt treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesComposite vs. PorcelainProcedureHow Long They LastCostFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Composite vs. Porcelain Procedure How Long They Last Cost Frequently Asked Questions Veneers are thin shells that are placed over the front of teeth to improve their overall appearance, fix spacing, or correctchipsor minor cracks. Two materials are used to make these customized caps: porcelain and a resin composite....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsProtein BuildupTypesWarning SignsOther Signs and SymptomsIs It Life-Threatening?DiagnosisTreatmentComplicationsTreatment Success Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Protein Buildup Types Warning Signs Other Signs and Symptoms Is It Life-Threatening? Diagnosis Treatment Complications Treatment Success Cardiac amyloidosisoccurs when abnormal proteins accumulate in the heart muscle, leading to potential arrhythmias and heart failure. Because heart failure has many causes, it can take years to diagnose. The complications of cardiac amyloidosis can be life-threatening, and close follow-up and treatment with a cardiologist (medical doctor specializing in conditions affecting the heart) is important to manage the condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsHow to WearMaterial and Sizing Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits How to Wear Material and Sizing Compression gloveswork to improve blood flow in your hands, warm your hands, and provide stability to the joints of the fingers through compression. They can help reduce symptoms of pain,joint stiffness, and swelling that often occur with problems likearthritis. Though research on how compression gloves work has been inconclusive, there is some proof that they provide relief....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConcussion OverviewHow Common?By EthnicityBy Age and GenderCausesMortalityScreeningFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Concussion Overview How Common? By Ethnicity By Age and Gender Causes Mortality Screening Frequently Asked Questions Concussionsare common, and they can affect people of all ages. Most concussions are mild, and the effects usually resolve within a few days, without lasting consequences. A severe concussion can cause impaired consciousness for several hours or longer and may cause lasting effects....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents During Recovery Monitoring Post-Concussion Syndrome Concussion recovery time varies, but most people with minor concussions can go back to work, school, and other activities in a few days or weeks.However, for some people, concussion recovery takes longer, and symptoms may persist for weeks or months. nicoletaionescu / Getty Images How Long After Hitting Head Can Concussion Symptoms Start?Concussion symptoms usually show up soon after thehead injuryhappens, but some symptoms might not happen for hours or days, making it difficult to know right away how serious the concussion is....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTechniquesGetting StartedEffectivenessFinding a TherapistInsurance CoverageSelf-Guided Exposure Therapy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Techniques Getting Started Effectiveness Finding a Therapist Insurance Coverage Self-Guided Exposure Therapy Exposure therapy is an evidence-based treatment option for many mental health disorders. It involves exposing someone to an object or situation that causes anxiety, stress, or fear through actual exposure, virtual exposure, or exposure through images or thoughts....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAndrogenetic AlopeciaPsoriasisFolliculitisAlopecia AreataRingworm (Tinea Capitis)EczemaSeborrheic DermatitisLichen PlanusHead LiceDiagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Androgenetic Alopecia Psoriasis Folliculitis Alopecia Areata Ringworm (Tinea Capitis) Eczema Seborrheic Dermatitis Lichen Planus Head Lice Diagnosis Scalp conditions can be irritating, but do not usually cause any major complications. Most are not contagious. Verywell / Jessica Olah Many types of scalp conditions share similar symptoms likeitching, inflammation, skin flaking, and more....