Carbon monoxide or carbonous oxide is a gas that appears to be colorless and odorless. It is also tasteless and non-irritant to people when inhaled but it can be poisonous and life threatening. This is usually difficult to detect because…
What is Restless Leg Syndrome? This condition is a problem of the leg wherein there is an uncomfortable feeling such as pain the leg area whenever the patient is at rest such as sitting down or even lying in bed….
What is Metatarsalgia? Metatarsalgia (also known as stone bruise, painful foot or ball-of-foot pain) is a medical term used for the inflammation and pain affecting the metatarsal part of the foot. It includes the joints and bones as well as…
What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency? Chronic Venous Insufficiency or CVI is a medical condition that happens when the non-oxygenated blood stream back to the heart does not flow freely due to ineffective work of the venous wall and/or venous valves….
What is Muscle Strain? A muscle strain or a “pulled muscle” is an injury to a muscle fiber unit caused by overuse, overstretching, or excessive stress. Strains are graded along a continuum based on post-injury symptoms and loss of function,…