Everything You Need To Know About Pulse Oximeters How does a pulse oximeter work? A pulse oximeter is the small device that clips onto your fingertip to measure your blood oxygen level and heart rate. It works by shining light through your finger to determine how much oxygen is in your blood. Oxygenated blood with … Read more
Food allergies and food intolerances both involve adverse reactions to foods, but they have some important differences. Understanding these differences is crucial for managing your or your child’s condition appropriately. What is a Food Allergy? Food allergies happen in situations where the body’s immune system overreacts to a food that is harmless to most people. … Read more
What is a Migraine? Migraine is a condition that causes intense and pulsating pain on one side of the head. A migraine attack can last from 4 to 72 hours, resulting in exhaustion for the individual afterwards. There are two main types of migraine: Migraine without aura (common migraine) Migraine with aura (classic migraine) – … Read more
Fibromyalgia is a complex chronic pain disorder that causes widespread muscle pain, fatigue, and tenderness throughout the body. This condition affects more women than men and can develop at any age. Here are five key things to know about fibromyalgia. What Triggers Fibromyalgia? The exact cause of fibromyalgia remains unknown. However, research suggests it may … Read more
What Causes Rheumatoid Arthritis? The exact cause of RA is unknown, but it is suspected that a bacterial or viral infection could trigger the onset in genetically susceptible individuals. Smoking is also known to be a risk factor. RA is an autoimmune disease, meaning the body’s immune system starts to attack healthy tissue in error. … Read more
A cerebrovascular accident, or stroke as it is more commonly known, occurs when the blood supply to the brain is disrupted in one way or another. When these types of events occur, the brain cells are deprived of the oxygen and nutrients they need to function properly. This can lead to the cells becoming damaged … Read more
Vascular disease is a leading cause of death in the UK, responsible for 40% of all deaths each year. That makes it as common as heart disease and cancer. Many of these deaths are preventable through healthy lifestyle choices. What is Vascular Disease? Vascular disease is a group of conditions affecting the circulation system. It … Read more
Sleep apnoea is a common breathing disorder characterised by pauses in breathing or shallow breaths during sleep. The word “apnoea” comes from Greek and means “without breath.” There are two main types of sleep apnoea: Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) – The more common form, caused by throat muscles relaxing too much during sleep. This causes … Read more
Understanding the Science Behind ADHD and Procrastination Okay, let’s kick into the science here. Procrastination is deeply rooted in how ADHD impacts the brain’s executive functions, like decision-making, impulse control and organisation. Research indicates that areas of the brain like the prefrontal cortex, which manages these executive functions, often exhibit connectivity and processing differences in … Read more
Living with Adult ADHD: A Late Diagnosis Many adults are unaware they have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) until later in life. While ADHD is commonly diagnosed in childhood, it often goes undetected and undiagnosed in adults. An estimated 1.5 million adults in the UK have ADHD, but only 120,000 have received a formal diagnosis. … Read more
What is Multiple Sclerosis and How is it Treated? Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system attacks the protective myelin sheath surrounding nerves in the brain and spinal cord. This damage disrupts communication between the brain and body, leading to various symptoms. While there is no cure, treatments aim to … Read more
Can TENS Therapy Help Manage Fibromyalgia Pain? Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread musculoskeletal pain and areas of tenderness, fatigue, sleep problems and cognitive difficulties. While there is no cure, various treatments aim to ease symptoms. One option is transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). But can TENS therapy help manage fibromyalgia pain? What … Read more