Muscular confusion is a term used to describe a fitness theory that repeating the same exercise again and again will render it ineffective. According to the theory, when you perform the same exercise repeatedly, the muscle gets “used” to the activity. You could be spending hours performing the same exercise and you will not get the same results. This leads …
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Opisthotonos: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Opisthotonos is a type of severe form of hyperextension, in which the patient’s head and back enters a complete arching or bridging position. This condition is caused by strong muscle spasms. Usually, opisthotonos occurs when the nervous system is not fully developed. As such, this condition is common among babies and toddlers. However, there are cases wherein opisthotonos occurs in …
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For most people, taking prescription medications is a matter of life and death. But what if the same drugs you think are saving your life is actually killing you slowly? According to a National Institutes of Health study, 40% of seniors aged 65 and up mistakenly take higher doses of prescription medication. The same study found that 55% of seniors …
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