What is an osteoblastic lesion?
An osteoblastic lesion is a medical term that refers to an alteration in the bone characterized by an increase in the formation and activity of bone cells called osteoblasts. This causes an increase in the density and thickness of bone tissue in the affected region. Osteoblastic lesions become visible on radiological images, such as X-rays, […]
What is a lytic lesion?
A lytic lesion, also known as an osteolytic lesion or bone lysis, is a medical term that refers to an alteration in the bone characterized by the destruction or loss of bone tissue. This lesion is visible on radiological images, such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Lytic lesions can be […]
What is an extra-axial brain injury?
An extra-axial brain injury refers to an injury or condition that lies outside the central brain tissue and is located in the layers surrounding the brain. These layers are the meninges, which are three thin membranes that protect and support the brain inside the skull. The three layers of the meninges are: 1. dura mater: […]
Role of MGMT in Glioblastomas
The acronym “MGMT” refers to the enzyme methylguanine methyltransferase. This enzyme plays a crucial role in DNA repair by removing methyl groups from methylated guanine bases. In the context of glioblastoma, which is a highly aggressive type of brain cancer, the status of the MGMT gene is of great importance because of its relationship to […]
Yoga for depression
A study shows that yoga can help fight depression. Everyone knows that exercise is good for physical health, but a Boston University study has shown that it can also be good for mental health. The study followed two groups of adults with clinical depression as they completed three months of varying amounts of yoga. At […]
Tai Chi
An alternative to high-intensity workouts with maximum benefits. You may know tai chi as a non-weight-bearing, low-intensity exercise. However, it can be just as effective as other forms of vigorous exercise. People who practice tai chi have been found to have significant improvements in their health, such as better blood pressure, a sharper mind and […]
Catching your breath
Intense training that includes rest reverses aging. If you can’t catch your breath, you’re doing it right. HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) is an exercise program that focuses on an intense, all-out workout. The secret to HIIT is short bursts of energy followed by quick recovery periods, for example, forty seconds of cardio and then twenty […]
Get in shape
We all like to think we’re in shape. But did you know that even if you do regular activity, taking a break can be detrimental? A study from the University of Liverpool came up with some interesting results. It was a small study based on just twenty-eight people, who walked, on average, 10,000 steps a […]
Meditation for anxiety
Study shows that people with anxiety benefit from meditation. Anxiety is a common mental health problem and sufferers face many difficulties in their daily lives. One of the characteristic symptoms of anxiety is repetitive thinking, especially when worrying about future events. These thoughts can inhibit productivity and negativity, affecting a person’s mood. Canadian researchers studying […]