Background: Rehabilitation games that combine physical therapy exercises with computer games provide all prerequisites for effective motor learning – repeated practice of the same task with the adjusted difficulty level and motivating feedback in the safe environment. The aim: The…
History and significance of phytotherapy in the human history 1. Phytotherapy in ancient times
Herbalism, i.e. phytotherapy, is one of the oldest forms of medicine practiced by people since the beginning of their existence. Herbs used as infusions, decoctions, tinctures, extracts, poultices or rinses are the major components of all traditional systems of medicine,…
Removal of hyperpigmentation. Evaluation of the efficacy of treatments with tranexamic acid and vitamin C- case report
Introduction. Hyperpigmentation of the skin predominantly occurs on the exposed body parts, such as the face, arms, neck, and hands, and results from the accumulation of melanin in the melanocytes visualized in the form of limited, irregular spots and patches…
Safety and hygiene of ichthyotherapy with G. rufa fish
Today, biotherapies (therapies using animals, plants or their secretions) are becoming increasingly popular. In medicine and cosmetology, leeches, fish, insect larvae, mucus from H. aspersa snail, bee products are used. Among them, ichthyotherapy – therapy with the use of Garra…
Published in 2019, 23 (2) Keywords: biotherapy, fish pedicure, Garra rufa, ichthyotherapy, red garra
Innovative extension of the educational system for physiotherapy students regarding functional improvement of infants and young children with central nervous system damage
Considering insufficient methodology for optimal mastering of daily activities by a child with cerebral palsy (CP), the key assumptions were presented that should facilitate the achievement of a set goal. They included: subordination of motor improvement to functional requirements (motor…
Published in 2019, 23 (2) Keywords: cerebral palsy, education of physiotherapy students, functional improvement
Physiotherapy Identity: Confusion surrounding the title “Gashi” in Northern Nigeria
Physiotherapy is a branch of medical science that deals with the treatment of injuries and/or disorders by using physical agents. Health care providers have attempted to classify physical agents, mechanical modalities, and/or electrotherapy as “Physiotherapy.”Clinicians identified with a system of…
The Prevalence and Determinants of Adolescents’ Exposure to Beer Advertisements in Shashemene town, Ethiopia
A substantial proportion of alcohol advertising reaches an underage audience and is presented in a style that is attractive to youths. The objective of the research was to assess the prevalence and determinants of underage adolescents’ exposure to beer advertisements…
Published in 2019, 23 (1) Keywords: Adolescents, advertisement, alcohol, exposure to advertisements, media
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