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Cerebral Palsy Therapy February 16, 2008

Posted by Health Mama in : Babies & Kids , comments closed

Cerebral palsy refers to a group of disorders that involve loss of movement or loss of other nerve function.

Cerebral palsy is caused by injuries to the cerebrum (the largest part of the brain), which occur as the baby grows in the womb or near the time of birth.

Premature infants have a slightly higher rate of cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy may also occur during early infancy as a result of illnesses such as encephalitis, meningitis, herpes simplex infections, and so on, head injury that results in subdural hematoma, blood vessel injuries, and many others conditions.Injury to the cerebrum can result in the loss of nerve functions in widely different areas. The classical finding of CP is increased muscle tone — spasticity. Spasticity may affect:

* One arm or leg
* One side of the body (spastic hemiplegia)
* Both legs (spastic diplegia)
* Both arms and legs (spastic quadriplegia)

In addition, the child may have a partial or full loss of movement (paralysis), problems hearing and vision, and sensation abnormalities. Speech problems are common. Seizures may occur.

There is no specific cure for cerebral palsy. The goal of treatment is to maximize independence. Treatment is guided by the symptoms exhibited and may include cerebral palsy therapy, braces, appropriate glasses and hearing aids, medications, special education or appropriate schooling, and, in severe cases, institutionalization.

5 Simple Steps For Ridding Yourself Of Back Pain December 12, 2007

Posted by Health Mama in : Back Pain , comments closed

Millions of people suffer from back pain unnecessarily when there is actually a very simple solution.

Unfortunately, many people are led to believe that back pain is normal and were all supposed to experience it… well, thankfully, that’s not the case.

Eliminating back pain is not nearly as difficult as most people think or are led to believe… it can actually be easy!

Here’s the simple system that MUST be followed if you are looking for real, long-term, lasting relief: (more…)

Treatments For Migraine Headaches: Botox,Dietary Restriction December 3, 2007

Posted by Health Mama in : Alternative Therapy / Treatments , comments closed

Migraine is a form of headache which is severe and usually one sided, frequently associated with nausea and vomiting. Migraine headaches typically last from 4-72 hours and vary in frequency from daily to fewer than 1 per year.Migraines are due to changes in the brain and surrounding blood vessels.

According to research, migraine is three times more common in women than in men. Migraine headaches often have a trigger, such as changes in the hormonal cycle (in women and girls), foods, odors, noises, lights, fatigue, stress, or physical exertion.

Migraines can be complicated by other symptoms, such numbness or paralysis on one side of the body, severe pain at the back of the head accompanied by weakness and loss of coordination, noticeable confusion and lethargy, and severe eye pain with eye muscle paralysis. (more…)