Strokes are a leading cause of disability in adults in the US. This is because they can block blood flow and nerve signals from reaching specific areas of the body, causing partial paralysis. The location of the obstruction and the damage to the brain will determine the areas of the body that are impacted. Because both sides [...]
Affecting approximately one million Americans, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, typically progressive health condition that is characterized by the loss of myelin – the material that covers and protects the nerves in the central nervous system. While there’s no known cure for MS, certain rehabilitative treatments, such as physical therapy, can help in controlling [...]
By world standards, the U.S is quite a young nation – with a median age of jut 38.5. However, thanks to improved nutrition and sanitation, improved availability of wellness and health information, and better access to healthcare, the senior population of the country is growing rapidly. According to the U.S Census Bureau, the number of [...]
