The gait training is of great importance in physiotherapy. Quite unconsciously, we learn to walk as a child and do not worry about how we move in everyday life. However, as soon as injuries, orthopedic malpositions or even neurological diseases lead to limitations, these also have an enormous effect on our gait. For example, if … Physiotherapy gait training
Introduction MRI imaging of the brain is used for many different problems and, in addition to CT imaging, it is another way to obtain a detailed view of the skull and brain tissue. MRI is particularly well suited for imaging soft tissues, whereas CT imaging is better for imaging bone. Indications for an MRI examination … MRI of the brain
MRI of the brain in case of a stroke Depending on the cause of the stroke, different features can be seen in the MRI. MRI is considered to be more accurate and reliable than CT, since it can detect even very small stroke foci. The only drawbacks are the much higher cost factor and the … MRI of the brain in case of a stroke | MRI of the brain
From this one recognizes brain pressure signs Increased intracranial pressure is referred to as an increase of more than 15 mmHg. The increased cerebral pressure is caused by an increase in volume within the bony skull. To detect signs of increased intracranial pressure, a CT or MRI is usually performed. One possible sign of cerebral … From this one recognizes brain pressure signs | MRI of the brain
Duration The duration of an MRI examination of the brain depends on how much time is needed for the actual image acquisition procedure. The pure imaging of the brain usually takes 15-20 minutes, although deviations may occur. The duration also depends on whether contrast medium is still administered via the arm vein or whether extra … Duration | MRI of the brain
Side effects of MAO inhibitors The side effects of MAO inhibitors vary greatly. In principle, it can be said that drugs that inhibit only one of the two MAO subforms cause fewer side effects than those that inhibit both subforms simultaneously. Typical side effects that occur when taking MAO inhibitors are restlessness and insomnia. The … Side effects of MAO inhibitors | MAO Inhibitors
MAO stands for monoamine oxidase and is an enzyme in the human body that cleaves some neurotransmitters in the brain. The neurotransmitters lose their effect due to the cleavage. The MAO inhibitors are drugs that are designed to prevent this cleavage. They are mainly used in the treatment of depression and Parkinson’s disease. MAO-inhibitors are … MAO Inhibitors
Definition Muscle twitches are not deliberate, sudden contractions of the muscles. They can also possibly trigger a movement effect, i.e. a thumb movement. The twitching can occur at different intensities and can basically affect almost all muscle groups of the body, including the thumb, for example. Often the eyelids or calves are also affected. Only … Twitching of the thumb
Twitching of the thumb in Parkinson’s disease Parkinson’s disease is a disease of the central nervous system, which has not yet been cured. However, the underlying deficiency of the neurotransmitter dopamine can be treated with medication. It usually occurs after the age of 50. Symptoms of the dopamine deficiency are a slowing down of movement, … Twitching of the thumb in Parkinson’s disease | Twitching of the thumb
Therapy of twitching of the thumb The treatment of thumb twitching depends on its cause. If a certain disease has been identified as the cause during the diagnostic process, e.g. Parkinson’s disease or another nervous system disease, it will be treated and hopefully the symptom muscle twitching will also be reduced. If malnutrition is the … Therapy of twitching of the thumb | Twitching of the thumb
