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Itching: between reality and illusion

The itching sensation develops in the brain: when scratching the opioids are released, which causes a brief feeling of pleasure, but also increases the itching. It appears that itching bothers at least a third of the population once a week. Explore the link between itching and psyche!

Goodnight, kids, and parents

According to World Health Organisation, sleep is one of the essential conditions for a healthy lifestyle. It is a vital human function to restore depleted energy, to reload the body. It is a proven fact that sleep is vital.

An (un)healthy clothing recipe

The skin is the largest human organ, with thousands of pores and hair follicles on its surface, through which the body breathes, absorbs moisture, releases sweat, and protects itself from dust and bacteria. So, as we increasingly wonder today about the ingredients of our daily food, we should consider the fabrics that we put on our bodies as well.

Dermatology by motion

Hopefully, during this pandemic isolation period, people find more time for their physical and beauty routines. This time we focus on targeted muscle movements that have a dermatological effect on human facial features. Instead of buying new cosmetic serum, magic supplement, or visiting a cosmetologist, motion dermatology inspires beauty and health achieved through targeted exercises.

Swimming from a medical point of view

There is a widespread myth in society that swimming is an unconditionally beneficial physical activity or even a cure for back pain. Often people exhausted by their spinal problems dive into the pool hoping to help themselves. It's hard to believe that swimming can be one of the most harmful sports. Why?

Spinal disc herniation: just a tip of an iceberg

Herniation of the intervertebral disc of the spine is a health problem wrapped in legends. It is important to understand that a disc herniation is not a disease, but only the consequence of certain musculoskeletal disorders, and therefore is only the tip of a slippery iceberg.

The nerve that calms you down

It is responsible for the harmonious functioning of many internal organs. It can calm the body down from physical or psychological stress. It gives the "butterfly effect" in our stomachs. None of our bodies would do without it, but, interestingly, some of you will hear this name for the first time – vagus nerve (also known as wandering nerve).

Getting to know yourself from the nucleus of a cell

Today, we can buy a wide variety of products online, as well – DNA testing. Which road to choose to know your 23 chromosome pairs - to register with a geneticist or buy a DNA test online with a few clicks of a button? Only you know the answer because your goal dictates the road.

Learn to manage your anxiety

During these past few years, anxiety became one of the main conditions prevailing in our society. There are several anxiety management methods, practiced by doctors, philosophers, and researchers of the human body. Many of these methods have been effectively applied for decades. Are you searching for ways to manage your anxiety?

Am I ready to exercise? (Part II)

Physical activity is vital to every human being, but on the other hand, it can also cause injuries. Physical exercise just like any prescription drug – can be harmful or cause side effects. That is why you need to ask yourself: "Am I ready to exercise?"

Muscle relief: find your own way

Today there are plenty of ways, tools, and tips to relax your muscles. These include muscle stretching exercises, hand massage, massagers for individual body segments, massage rollers, heating pads, massage vacuum cups. Too many choices? Let us help you to correctly navigate muscle rehabilitation.

Am I ready to exercise? (Part I)

It is generally accepted that exercising is healthy. However, sometimes sports can be harmful. So, keep in mind, before engaging in any intense physical activity, you must get your musculoskeletal system evaluated.

Healthy sitting – mission possible?

The invention of a chair and the wheel fundamentally changed human lives, but in addition to the obvious benefits it also caused some damage – it became an enemy of the human natural movement bringing a lot of confusion to the biomechanics of the body. Today we are looking for new ways to sit, the internet is loaded with various products and tips, and yet, how should we sit?

Pregnancy: prepare your body

Pregnancy is a massive test for a woman's body. During pregnancy, your weakest points will most likely become apparent. So, ideally, you should prepare your body in advance for this challenge. How do you do that? Well, keep on reading.

Long sitting hours - how to stay healthy?

Sitting at work for long hours, in front of a computer, and performing the same movements over and over again, eventually will cause pain and serious damage to the musculoskeletal system. Why? Because your body needs movement, balance, and variety.

How high heels affect your posture?

Medical professionals agree - high heels should not become a daily choice, because it is neither healthy nor safe. While wearing high heels not just the feet suffer afflictions. Your posture - pelvis and spine shifts into unnatural position too.

Is yoga a good fit for everyone?

Human biomechanics have been programmed into humans as early as the era of Neanderthals and Australopithecines, when yoga was not even around! Today many of yoga practitioners do not take into consideration the genetically programmed biomechanics of the human body. According to Spine treatment centre professionals, to stay healthy, everyone must keep biomechanical physiology intact.

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