Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of inflammatory arthritis that usually occurs in people with a skin disease called psoriasis. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the immune system becomes confused and starts to "attack" the skin. This results in red (inflamed) patches of skin, which are covered with a silvery white scale. Psoriatic arthritis is an autoimmune disease and the joints are the target of the immune attack.

Do you exercise too much? Eat little? Have your periods stopped or become irregular? If so, you put yourself at high risk for several serious problems that could affect your health, your ability to stay active and your risk of injury. You may also be putting yourself at risk of developing osteoporosis, a disease in which bone density is decreased, leaving your bones vulnerable to fracture.

IntroductionChildhood constipation is a common problem that affects many children at some point in their development. It typically presents with reduced stool frequency, hard, dry stools, and pain or difficulty during defecation. Although often benign, constipation can become a chronic problem that impacts a child's quality of life and...

Osteoarthritis of the knee is a premature wear and tear of the cartilage. The cartilage becomes frayed and rough, leading to friction, wear and tear and a reduction in joint space. To stabilise the joint laxity thus formed, the joint surface will form bone spurs (stabilisation, see Dr Kirkaldy-Willis). Eventually, the joint wear will limit the movement of the knee.

During pregnancy, the body has to adapt to many postural changes. The centre of gravity shifts forward. The lumbar and cervical curves become more pronounced, and the back and shoulders become rounder. The pelvis tilts backwards.

A muscle spasm is a sudden, involuntary movement of one or more muscles. A spasm is described as an involuntary muscle contraction, when measured by electomyography, or as spontaneous motor unit activity (Travel, Simons, 1983). Muscular defense is a reflex which is a muscular spasm in response to pain. This painful stimulus...

IntroductionThe global COVID-19 pandemic has brought about radical changes in society, affecting various aspects of daily life. A worrying phenomenon that has emerged unexpectedly is the rise in antisocial behavior. This blog will look at the potential causes of this increase, examine the implications for society, and propose solutions based on...