Central and peripheral The human nervous system consists of a central and a peripheral part. The central nervous system (CNS) includes the brain and spinal cord; from the latter, nerve tracts extend to all regions of the body – they form the peripheral nervous system. In functional terms, this can be subdivided into two areas, … Nervous System and Nerve Cells – Anatomy
Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease, which means a chronic inflammation of the central nervous system. It is also called the disease of “many faces”, because the symptoms and course of the disease cannot be more different. In multiple sclerosis, inflammation occurs in the medullary sheaths of the nerve fibers of the central nervous system, … Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises
Physiotherapy Physiotherapy for multiple sclerosis depends on the symptoms of the patient. Equally important in the treatment of multiple sclerosis is talk therapy, which affects the physiotherapist as much as a psychotherapist. The patient should be able to talk about his or her symptoms and anxiety and express his or her worries so that the … Physiotherapy | Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises
Gait disorder In multiple sclerosis, a gait disorder develops due to the accompanying symptoms. It usually shows a somewhat unsteady gait pattern with slight sway, especially around corners or through doors. This can occur due to coordination/balance difficulties, as self-perception is disturbed and distances are harder to estimate due to existing visual disorders. Gait exercises … Gait disorder | Multiple Sclerosis (MS) exercises
Physiotherapy can help relieve the symptoms of various forms of polyneuropathy and relieve pain sensitivity. In principle, however, there is no standardized physiotherapeutic treatment plan for polyneuropathies. Treatment is always symptomatic, based on the patient’s symptoms and the cause of the polyneuropathy. Physiotherapeutic exercises Alternating baths Electrostimulation Warm or cold wraps Physiotherapy Physiotherapy plays an … Physiotherapy for polyneuropathy
Exercises In order to treat polyneuropathies, patients can perform specific exercises at home to activate the nerves through specific stimuli. The motto is ”use it or lose it”. 1) Exercises for the feet 2) Exercises for the legs 3) Exercises for the hands 4) Exercises for balance You are still looking for more exercises? Stand … Exercises | Physiotherapy for polyneuropathy
Which sport is recommended? Even with a polyneuropathy one can and should even do sports. It is important to choose a sport that is rather gentle and does not cause pain to the person affected. Regular exercise positively stimulates the nerves, which can lead to an improvement in symptoms in the long term. Suitable sports … Which sport is recommended? | Physiotherapy for polyneuropathy
Critical Illness Polyneuropathy Critical Illness Polyneuropathy (CIP) is a disease of the peripheral nervous system that occurs mostly as a result of severe trauma and as a consequence of artificial respiration.More than half of the patients with multiple organ failure and requiring ventilation for more than 2 weeks develop symptoms. The exact cause of CIP … Critical Illness Polyneuropathy | Physiotherapy for polyneuropathy
Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease that can progress in different forms. It is chronic and progressive. There are recurrent attacks or the disease takes a gradual course. It is an autoimmune reaction against the body’s own myelin – the insulating layer of the nerves. The inflammation can destroy the myelin sheaths around the nerves … Physiotherapy and Multiple Sclerosis
Practice addresses in capital cities Physiotherapy practices can treat physiotherapy (CNS) on a neurophysiological basis if there are therapists with the appropriate training. Many practices offer Vojta, Bobath or PNF. However, there are also therapy centers specializing in neurological patients such as: – Hamburg: physiotherapiepunkt Eimsbüttel, Osterstrasse 36-38, 20259 Hamburg Bremen: Ambulantes Behandlungs Centrum Birgit … Practice addresses in capital cities | Physiotherapy and Multiple Sclerosis
Summary MS is a chronic disease that is not curable. In addition to drug therapy, lifelong physiotherapeutic treatment is important in order to maintain or improve physiological body function as well and for as long as possible. Physiotherapy on a neurophysiological basis can be prescribed as a permanent prescription outside of the normal case. The … Summary | Physiotherapy and Multiple Sclerosis
Neurotransmitters are something like the couriers of our body. They are biochemical substances that have the task of transmitting signals from one nerve cell (neuron) to the next. Without neurotransmitters, the control of our body would be completely impossible. What are neurotransmitters? The term neurotransmitter already describes the usefulness of these messenger substances very well, … Neurotransmitters: Structure, Function & Diseases
