Skin and Hair

At just under two square meters, the skin is our largest organ. It has many tasks: Among other things, it protects us from heat and cold, is a sensory organ and demarcates our body from the environment. In addition, it shapes the appearance of each individual quite significantly – which is why skin diseases are … Skin and Hair

Physiotherapy for a HWS syndrome

Due to more and more sedentary or bent activities in everyday or professional life, the cervical spine (cervical spine) is constantly exposed to uneven loads. The typical posture manifests itself in a hunched back, shoulders hanging forward and a head that is laid back or bent forward. The intervertebral discs are no longer subjected to … Physiotherapy for a HWS syndrome

Anatomy of the cervical spine | Physiotherapy for a HWS syndrome

Anatomy of the cervical spine The cervical spine (cervical spine), consisting of 7 vertebrae (C1-C7), forms the upper part of the spinal column. The two uppermost vertebral bodies, the 1st and 2nd cervical vertebral bodies, also known as the atlas and axis, are special in their shape. They articulate with the skull bone and thus … Anatomy of the cervical spine | Physiotherapy for a HWS syndrome

Further physiotherapeutic measures | Physiotherapy for a HWS syndrome

Further physiotherapeutic measures In general, it is important in physiotherapy for a cervical spine syndrome to build up stabilization from below. This means first stabilizing the trunk, training the abdomen and back so that shoulders and head can sit straight on it. The wrong way is to pull the shoulders down with all your strength … Further physiotherapeutic measures | Physiotherapy for a HWS syndrome

Associated symptoms | Headaches caused by a cervical spine syndrome

Associated symptoms From the causes of a cervical spine syndrome, there are also some accompanying symptoms that can accompany neck pain. Headaches are particularly frequent, but stress, sleep disturbances and radiations in the direction of the arms are also part of it. They can be caused by nerve irritations in the area of the cervical … Associated symptoms | Headaches caused by a cervical spine syndrome

Treatment/Therapy | Headaches caused by a cervical spine syndrome

Treatment/Therapy The treatment of cervical spine syndrome begins in the acute phase with pain-relieving measures. For this purpose, in addition to heat applications and massages, NSARs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as Ibuprofen and Diclofenac can be taken. In any case, it is important that the neck is not spared, because exercise is an essential part … Treatment/Therapy | Headaches caused by a cervical spine syndrome

Duration/Prediction | Headaches caused by a cervical spine syndrome

Duration/Prediction In the case of a non-chronic cervical spine syndrome (symptoms that do not last longer than three months), the prognosis is very favorable.In order to ensure a positive course of treatment, it is essential that the person concerned becomes active himself and regularly performs the exercises learned in physiotherapy. This process will take a … Duration/Prediction | Headaches caused by a cervical spine syndrome

Herbal Help for Stomach Problems

For many ailments in the area of the digestive tract, nature offers a lush selection of suitable remedies in the form of herbal ready-made preparations or tea preparations. Even our grandparents knew proven recipes for gastrointestinal complaints, which are still used today. Some medicinal plants have ingredients that act specifically against disorders of the digestive … Herbal Help for Stomach Problems

Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Causes and Symptoms

Irritable bowel syndrome (irritable bowel syndrome; obsolete: Irritable colon, colic mucosa, colonic neurosis, nervous bowel, spastic colon, unstable colon) is the most common cause of gastrointestinal symptoms. It affects about half of all patients with digestive problems. In this condition, which is caused by many factors, constipation alternates with diarrhea, pain and a feeling of … Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Causes and Symptoms