Therapy and Treatment
Magnet therapy — technically known as PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy — is a physical therapy method that uses electromagnetic energy to support tissue regeneration. It is mainly applied for bone fractures, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, joint inflammations and other musculoskeletal complaints. In this comprehensive guide you can learn about the mechanism of action, contraindications and the practical details of home use.
Neuromodulation refers to modifying or regulating nervous system activity using various techniques, often employing electrical or chemical stimulation. Its main goal is to alter the functioning of neural networks to achieve a therapeutic effect in the treatment of neurological or psychiatric conditions. Types of neuromodulation Electrical neuromodulation Electrical neuromodulation modifies the activity of neural pathways using electrical impulses. It is divided into invasive and non-invasive methods. Invasive electrical neuromodulation […]
Radiation therapy, also known as radiotherapy, is a method of treating cancer in which high-energy rays destroy cancer cells. Most often X-rays are used for this purpose, but there are other types of radiation therapy as well, including proton therapy. Modern radiotherapy techniques are precise. Beams of radiation are directed straight at the cancer cells while protecting healthy tissues from high-dose […]
Liposuction, also called lipoplasty or body contouring, is a plastic surgical procedure in which subcutaneous fat tissue is removed from certain areas of the body—such as the abdomen, hips, thighs or arms. As a result, the shape and contour of these areas improve. What should you know about adipose tissue? An average adult has about 30 billion fat cells. Fat tissue is made up of these fat cells and is [...]
Regular participation in screening examinations could prevent a large proportion of breast cancer, which is a leading cancer among women aged 45 to 65. In addition, 'self-examination' can also play an important role in reducing the number of women who die from breast cancer. Imaging tests, such as breast ultrasound and mammography, can help early [...]
Magnetotherapy is a widely used physiotherapy method in Western Europe. However, in our country it is used far less than it deserves. The electromagnetic energy is produced by a current flowing through a coil. Magnetotherapy accelerates microcirculation and tissue regeneration processes. In this article you can read which conditions magnetotherapy is suitable for. Here I write about how to apply magnetotherapy to achieve the best possible results.
I present a new treatment option in this article, non-invasive vagus stimulation (abbreviated tVNS). This is a neuromodulation method. Vagus stimulation itself is not new; it has been used clinically for several years. Devices that can deliver safe and effective transcutaneous treatment, however, have only become available recently. This article is about that development.
If you suffered a bone fracture, you know how frustrating a long recovery can be. The cast, limited mobility, and impatience about when you’ll be “back to normal.” The good news is your body can “weld” the bones back together — but the process takes time. The even better news: there are methods to support this natural healing process. One of them is magnetic therapy — or, in the scientific literature, PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field) therapy. In this guide you’ll learn how magnetic therapy can help bone fracture healing and how to use it at home.
The steroid injection is a popular therapeutic method that can help relieve pain and inflammation in a specific area of the body. It is most often used to treat joint or periarticular complaints — for example ankle, elbow, hip, knee, shoulder, spine or wrist.
In our country people usually say “steroid injection”, while Anglo-Saxon doctors often use the term “cortisone shot” (cortisol shot). The injectable solution typically contains a drug from the corticosteroid group and a local anesthetic.
In this guide you can learn everything about steroid injections: when they may be useful, what risks they carry, and what you should do before and after administration.
“Meditation means more than sitting under a tree and daydreaming. Meditation is the highest form of awareness. Meditation means noticing what kinds of thoughts, feelings, concepts, and beliefs touch us, and recognizing that there is a ‘pause,’ a choice, and that we do not have to respond to everything automatically.” Kurt Tepperwein Meditation is a mental state in which [...]
For foot-related complaints it's worth consulting a professional. Few people probably know exactly how a pedicurist, podiatrist or special foot care professional can help. These occupations are related. To help clarify, I asked Anna Németh, master special foot care practitioner, lecturer and instructor, for her input. Dr. Zsolt Zátrok (ZZs): What are the roles of the pedicurist, the podiatrist and the special foot care professional? Anna Németh (AN): All three professions deal with foot problems, but their training and competencies differ.
