Traumatic brain injury can happen when a sudden, violent blow or jolt to the head results in damage to the brain. In the United States and elsewhere, it is a …
Daily ScoopCauses and effects of traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Daily ScoopSpinal cord injuries: Types and recovery
Accidents, falls, and certain diseases can injure the spinal cord. How a spinal cord injury affects a person depends on two factors: the area of the spinal cord where the …
Daily ScoopEverything you need to know about stroke
Stroke occurs due to a decrease in oxygen to the brain. This can be due to a bleed or blockage in the brain’s blood supply. Immediate emergency treatment may help …
Daily ScoopWhat is the Temporomandibular Joint?
“Consider the joints of the human body. What might first come to mind are the hips and knees—the large joints that support us in our mobility—followed by the wrists, ankles, …
Daily ScoopEverything you need to know about TMJ disorders
TMJ disorders affect the jaw joint and muscles that control the jaw. They can be challenging to diagnose and treat because of how complex this joint is. Around 12 percent of people …
The Technologies and Algorithms Behind AI Chatbots: What You Should Know
AI chatbots 82% more likely to win a debate than a human Emergency department providers understand that integrating AI into their work processes is necessary for solving these problems by …
Daily ScoopCarpal tunnel syndrome: What you need to know
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition that occurs due to compression of the wrist’s median nerve. Carpal tunnel syndrome can cause numbness, tingling, and pain in a person’s hand …
Daily ScoopEverything you need to know about cystic fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition that affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs. The body produces thick, sticky mucus that can damage or obstruct organs. CF develops …
Daily ScoopChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for two chronic lung conditions: bronchitis and emphysema. Smoking is the most common cause. Bronchodilators and lifestyle measures can help manage …
Daily ScoopHot or cold: Which therapy works best?
Heat and cold therapy are often recommended to help relieve an aching pain that results from muscle or joint damage. Basic heat therapy, or thermotherapy can involve the use of …