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How to Strap a Foot for Plantar Facsiitis
Plantar fasciitis is a foot injury that involves swelling and irritation of the plantar fascia. There are many conservative treatments that you can do to treat this condition such as resting, icing, stretching and use of anti-inflammatory medication. You can also use the low dye strapping technique
12 Things Cardiologists Think Hospitalists Need to Know
As provider shortages plague ICUs nationwide, can hospitalists fill the gap?
Washington Watch: Congress Faces Key Deadlines
Congress has passed a temporary stop-gap, but what will it do in January when the debt ceiling rears its ugly head again?
Hydrocolloid vs Gauze Dressings in Treating Pressure Ulcers
Is it time to throw down the gauze in favor of newer treatments for pressure ulcers?
Organ Space Infection After Pediatric Appendectomy
What factors are associated with organ space infection in children after appendectomy?
Severe Delirium Linked to Exposure to Synthetic Cannabinoid
This report highlights the adverse effects associated with synthetic cannabinoids. What do clinicians need to know about these dangerous products?
Precautions to Take During a Flood
Flooding is the most common natural disaster, killing more people in the United States than any other type of natural disaster. Floods can develop over a period of a few days, or in cases of a flash flood, in a few minutes -- sometimes without any signs of rain. When a flood does strike, there are c
How to Find Pain Hypnotists
Some people suffer from various types of chronic or acute pain. If you have any type of pain problem, you probably know there are different physicians and specialists you can see for treatment of your specific type of pain. One option is to seek the help of a pain hypnotist, a medical professional t
Protocol for Deaccessing Venous Ports
Millions of implanted catheters and ports are placed every year to provide ready access for administering fluids and medications, as well as drawing blood samples. If you have one of these devices, you should learn the protocols for its use and maintenance so that you can monitor the process as perf
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Vs. Adjustable Gastric Banding
Is gastric bypass or gastric banding more beneficial for obese patients with fatty liver disease?
How to Plan Hospital Construction
Building a hospital is a huge undertaking. These large, multifaceted buildings often encompass patient care facilities, surgeries and office spaces. The specifications a hospital needs to meet depend on departments they have, which can include emergency rooms, rehabilitation facilities, in-patient a
Are Psychiatrists Doctors?
Psychiatrists are medical doctors specializing in diagnosing and treating mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Psychiatrists treat mental illness with therapy and prescription medications.
How to Check Pressure in a Spinal Tap
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is contained within a membrane bag, the meninges, that surrounds the brain and travels down the spinal cord to provide cushioning against injury. CSF also removes waste products from the brain. The presence of diseases, such as meningitis, or injuries, such as a leak in the
A Constant Struggle
The growing shortage of primary care physicians is only going to worsen under the Affordable Care Act. Why should hospitalists care?
How to Find a Good Foot Doctor
Although many of us seldom think about the condition of our feet, their importance is highlighted when problems arise. Bunions, corns, ingrown toenails, and other painful conditions can be addressed effectively by a skilled podiatrist. Far from being simply a "foot doctor," podiatrists specialize in
Lessons From a Previous Life
Edward Sigel, MD, transitioned from finance to practice. He explains what he has learned from the move.
What Is the Purpose of Learning CPR & First Aid?
Accidents and injuries are quite frequent in today's society and often happen in a heartbeat. Therefore, CPR and first aid are two imperative skills to encompass in order to make a difference in such situations. The ability to jump into action promptly, using either CPR and first aid--or both--can m
Ointments to Heal Cuts
Cuts are common injuries and usually require only minor first aid. However, if cuts are not attended to, even the smallest of cuts can get infected and lead to more serious health concerns. Use an ointment to help the wound heal faster, without side effects or infection.
Green House Effect of Poison Gas
In order to tackle the greenhouse effect caused by the release of poisonous gases in the atmosphere, it is necessary to understand the source of the poison gases and how the poison gases affect our environment. The key poison gases that are marked for creating the greenhouse effect are carbon dioxid