“The human heart, at whatever age, opens to the heart that opens in return…” – Maria Edgeworth (1767-1849) A few years ago the Bafta-nominated screenplay writer and novelist Deborah Moggach fell in love. The fact she was 62 (her...
There are some circumstances like stroke, paralysis of limbs and head injury when a patient might remain immobile and bed-ridden for weeks. Such patients require stable care to evade the formation of bed sores (ulcers over back and hip...
“I’m getting out of breath when i walk a few steps or climb steps.” “Since my wife died, I just have some milk and bread for dinner.” “I’ve lived here 50 years. No other place will seem like home.”...
The image of an international footballer crumbling to the ground, clutching his knee and crying out in pain is a common sight we witness. It is a staunch reminder that injuries can happen at any time. Mostly, when you...
Suravi experiences recurring instances of back stiffness and pain. Each episode of pain became progressively worse and lasted longer than its previous counterpart and travelled farther from its original source. 9 in 10 people experience shoulder and neck pain...
One of the most sudden medical emergencies that no one is ever ready for, even when we know it could happen anytime and be part of the aging process, is paralysis. Suddenly, a space, a room with a...
Pain may signal that the cancer has multiplied or spread, an infection has started, or that the cancer treatment is causing problems. Because of this, you should report any new pain problems to your doctor or nurse before trying...
It was the thought of being forced to give up cooking that made Rita try physiotherapy. Her hands and wrists had ached ever since she’d taken notes by hand and on her computer in college. Blood tests were performed...
Every annum, one in three of us will suffer from low back pain. Typically, low back pain lasts a few days or weeks, or continues for many months or even years. Back pain can affect your mood, your...
As adults gradually advance in age become physically frailer, they are more likely to develop health conditions and cognitive problems such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, etc. And being less able to stand up to bullying and attacks at such an...