Stroke Therapy

Stroke is one of the common problem most family facing now days. Emotional support and help from family, friends and health workers is important because it can help stroke patients for recovery process. Right skills can help stroke patients recover and feel more comfortable.

Among the things that need to be emphasized is blood examination, update patient beds, transferring patients from wheelchair to bed and exercise such as physiotherapy.

The method of exercise and physiotherapy for stroke patients will be more effective if the caretaker has knowledge of muscles, nerves and bones. This is important to adapt the necessary techniques for exercise that give comfort to stroke patients. At the same time, we can help smooth the bloodstream in their bodies. This technique involves human touch and it is very important in every human need.

With the right technique, it can relieve pain, reduce stress and provide peace of mind, which totally different if compare to machine exercise.

Original Malay Article from Utusan

Glucosamine for joints


 Human joints


After reaching the age of 65 years, approximately 60 % male and 70 % of women will experience osteoarthritis, a diseases associated with aging and is most commonly suffered.

Osteoarthritis is characterized by deterioration of cartilage tissue that acts as a protective Cushion. When the susceptible tissues decrease, the bones will touch between one another. The friction continued on the joint involved, will result in erosion and causing pain in the joints. Part that is often affected are the hands and joints that carry weight, such as knees, hips, fingers and spine.

Besides age, several other factors should also be taken into account. Overweight or obesity, type of jobs –such as athletes or those who are actively involved in physical activities also belong to the higher risk.

Reducing weight also is an important step for individuals who experience osteoarthritis problems (if overweight). This is because excessive weight give stress on joints that accommodate weight, especially knees, hips and heels.

Glucosamine is a common prescription for addressing osteoarthritis problems. Body can produce small amounts of Glucosamine, a molecule that contains a brief glucose, which is usually found in abundance at the joints and connective tissue. Studies show that Glucosamine effectively relieve the pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis as well as helping improve the quality of movement and preserve cartilage.

Many studies have been done regarding the potential use of Glucosamine sulfate in solving osteoarthritis problems. These include restoring function and relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis. Studies also show that taking Glucosamine helps delay the tissues decrease. There are lot of evidence to support the use of Glucosamine sulfate. 1.500 milligram dose taken orally every day will give significant impact in reducing the level of the problem and relieve osteoarthritis symptoms.

extracted from Utusan

Eat Chocolate to release stress


Chocolate contains phenylethylamine dan tyramine, a chemical that can make us feel love and desirable. Chocolates also smoothing our blood circulation, increasing glucose level in blood - make us more alert and satisfied.

For women, chocolate will boost endorphin  in brain, thus will make us feel happy and reducing stress. So, if you feel bad when having menstrual pain, eat lots of chocolate.

Ideas for having chocolates :

chocolate cake
hot chocolate
chocolate cookies
white chocolate
chocolate bar
chocolate candy
.. and many more.

Why don't try chocolate gift for your special one today?
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