Encyclopedia - Palpation: Encyclopedia - Palpation
Palpation is a method of examination in which the examiner feels the size or shape or firmness or location of something (of body parts wh...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Palpation: Ayurveda Ayurvedic Dictionary Ii On Palpation
Palpation:  The act of feeling with the hand; the application of the fingers with light pressure to the surface of the body for t...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Holistic Palpate Energy Therapy: Alternative Health Dictionary On Holistic Palpate Energy Therapy
Holistic Palpate Energy Therapy: A form of aura balancing.   (See also: Holistic Palpate Energy Therapy , Body Mind and Soul, ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Stethoscope: Encyclopedia - Stethoscope
The stethoscope (Greek στηθοσκόπιο, of στήθος, stéthos - chest and σκοπή, skopé - examination) is an acoustic med...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pulse: Encyclopedia - Pulse
In medicine, a person's pulse is the throbbing of their arteries as an effect of the heart beat. It can be felt at the neck, at the wrist...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Acupuncture Point: Encyclopedia - Acupuncture Point
Acupuncture points针灸穴位 (also called "acupoints or tsubo") are specific anatomical locations on the body that are believed to be t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Breast Self-examination: Encyclopedia - Breast Self-examination
Breast self-examination (BSE) is an easy but unreliable method for finding possible breast cancer. BSE is a useful screening tool, partic...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Anatomical Snuff Box: Encyclopedia - Anatomical Snuff Box
The anatomical snuff box is a depression on the back of the hand, just beneath the thumb, that is formed by three tendons. When snuff was...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Baroreceptor: Encyclopedia - Baroreceptor
Baroreceptors (or baroceptors) in the human body detect the pressure of blood flowing though them, and can send messages to the central ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Aortic Aneurysm: Encyclopedia - Aortic Aneurysm
An aortic aneurysm is a general term for any swelling (dilatation or aneurysm) of the aorta, usually representing an underlying weakness ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cholecystitis: Encyclopedia - Cholecystitis
Cholecystitis is inflammation of the gallbladder. It is commonly due to impaction (sticking) of a gallstone within the neck of the gall b...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Encyclopedia - Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) also known as Benign prostatic hypertrophy or Benign enlargement of the prostate (BEP) refers to the i...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Venipuncture: Encyclopedia - Venipuncture
Venipuncture or venepuncture (also known as phlebotomy, blood draw or simply bleeding) is the process of obtaining blood from someone, fr...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Thumb: Encyclopedia - Thumb
In human anatomy, the thumb is the first digit on a hand. The human thumb is fully opposable to the tips of the other fingers in that it ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Varicocele: Encyclopedia - Varicocele
Varicocele is a mass of enlarged veins in the scrotum that develops in the spermatic cord, which leads from the testicles (testes) up thr...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Endometrial Cancer: Encyclopedia - Endometrial Cancer
Endometrial cancer involves cancerous growth of the endometrium (lining of the uterus). It mainly occurs after menopause, and presents wi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Traditional Chinese Medicine: Encyclopedia - Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) also known simply as Chinese medicine (Chinese: 中醫學, zhōngyī xué, or 中药学, zhōngyaò xu...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cervical Cancer: Encyclopedia - Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is a malignancy of the cervix. Worldwide, it is the second most common cancer of women. It may present with vaginal bleed...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Breast Cancer: Encyclopedia - Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is cancer of breast tissue. Worldwide,it is the most common form of cancer in females, affecting approximately 10% of all w...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Breech Birth: Encyclopedia - Breech Birth
A Breech birth (also known as breech presentation) refers to the position of the baby in the uterus such that it will be delivered buttoc...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cryptorchidism: Encyclopedia - Cryptorchidism
Cryptorchidism is a medical term referring to absence from the scrotum of one or both testes. This usually represents failure of the test...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Holistic Palpate Energy Therapy: Alternative Health Dictionary On Holistic Palpate Energy Therapy
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Dictionary - Kyo-jitsu: Alternative Health Dictionary On Kyo-jitsu
kyo-jitsu: Localization of imbalances of ki by palpation.   (See also: Kyo-jitsu , Body Mind and Soul, Alternative Health, Alt...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Osteokinetics: Alternative Health Dictionary On Osteokinetics
Osteokinetics: stimulation and palpation of bone by qi-gong (vital life force energy) while muscles are in traction. It treats somatiz...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pyloric Stenosis: Encyclopedia Ii - Pyloric Stenosis - Diagnosis
Diagnosis is via a careful history and physical examination. Palpation of the abdomen during a test feed may reveal a mass in the epigast...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Guaifenesin Protocol: Encyclopedia Ii - Guaifenesin Protocol - Treatment Details
Guaifenesin protocol - Guaifenesin dosage. The dosage is individually determined by slowly titrating the dosage up until a worsening of...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cholecystitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Cholecystitis - Diagnosis
The classic patient with acute cholecystitis presents with acute right upper quadrant pain, nausea/vomiting, and fever. On physical exami...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Needle Aspiration Biopsy: Encyclopedia Ii - Needle Aspiration Biopsy - Procedure
The skin above the area to be biopsied is swabbed with an antiseptic solution and draped with sterile surgical towels. The skin, underlyi...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Cranial-sacral Therapy: New Age Spirituality Dictionary On Cranial-sacral Therapy
Cranial-Sacral Therapy An offshoot of traditional osteopathic medicine. This work is a diagnostic and healing tool which deals with a ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Baroreceptor: Encyclopedia Ii - Baroreceptor - Arterial Baroreceptors
There are baroreceptors present in the arch of the aorta, and the carotid sinuses of the left and right internal carotid arteries. In som...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Encyclopedia Ii - Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia - Diagnosis
Rectal examination (palpation of the prostate through the rectum) may reveal a markedly enlarged prostate. It is dependent on the skills ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Varicocele: Encyclopedia Ii - Varicocele - Diagnosis
Upon palpation of the scrotum, a non-tender, twisted mass along the spermatic cord is felt (it feels like a bag of worms.) However, the m...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Equine Exertional Rhabdomyolysis: Encyclopedia Ii - Equine Exertional Rhabdomyolysis - Symptoms Of Er
A horse developing ER will usually begin showing signs right after the begining of exercise, although for mild cases, signs may not be se...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Lymph Drainage Therapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Lymph Drainage Therapy
LYMPH DRAINAGE THERAPY Lymph Drainage Therapy is unique in that healthcare professionals learn how to palpate the lymphatic flow. As t...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Naprapathy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Naprapathy
NAPRAPATHY With influences from osteopathy and chiropractic, this system of treatment uses soft-tissue manipulation to release tension...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Repetitive Strain Injury: Encyclopedia Ii - Repetitive Strain Injury - Warning Signs
RSI conditions have many varied symptoms. The following may indicate the onset of an RSI. Recurring pain or soreness in neck, shoulders,...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cervical Cancer: Encyclopedia Ii - Cervical Cancer - Staging
Cervical cancer is staged by the FIGO staging system, which is based on clinical examination, rather than surgical findings. It allows on...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cancer Of The Larynx: Encyclopedia Ii - Cancer Of The Larynx - Diagnosis
Diagnosis is made by the doctor on the basis of a careful medical history, physical examination, and special investigations which may inc...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Strain: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Strain, Counterstrain
STRAIN / COUNTERSTRAIN Developed by osteopath Lawrence Jones, this noninvasive treatment helps decrease protective muscle spasms and a...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Myofascial Release: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Myofascial Release
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE Myofascial release is the three-dimensional application of sustained pressure and movement into the fascial system ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Endometrial Cancer: Encyclopedia Ii - Endometrial Cancer - Treatment
The primary treatment is surgical. Surgical treatment should consist of, at least, cytologic sampling of the peritoneal fluid, abdominal ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Intersex Surgery: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Intersex Surgery - Surgical Pioneering And The Discovery That Gender Is Constructed
Genital reconstructive surgery was pioneered between 1930 and 1960 by urologist Hugh Hampton Young and other surgeons at Johns Hopkins Ho...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Breast Cancer: Encyclopedia Ii - Breast Cancer - Diagnosis
Many breast cancers are diagnosed now by mammography before they are large enough to be palpated, but despite screening efforts, many wom...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Eye Examination: Encyclopedia Ii - Eye Examination - Basic Examination
Eye examination - External examination. External examination of eyes consists of inspection of the eyelids, surrounding tissues and pal...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Breast Cancer: Encyclopedia Ii - Breast Cancer - Diagnosis
Many breast cancers are diagnosed now by mammography before they are large enough to be palpated, but despite screening efforts, many wom...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Community-acquired Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Community-acquired Pneumonia - Diagnosis
Individuals with symptoms of CAP require further evaluation. Physical examination by a health provider may reveal fever, an increased res...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Unified Field Therapy: Massage Bodywork Dictionary On Unified Field Therapy
UNIFIED FIELD THERAPY Unified field therapy (UFT) proposes that beyond the body, beyond energy, lies a matrix of consciousness that pe...   » Read the article

Dictionary - Eight Fold Examination Process: Ayurveda Ayurvedic Dictionary On Eight Fold Examination Process
Examination Process   Eight (Asht) fold (Bidha) Examination (Pariksha) Provides a clear picture of nature of ailment and patient'...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Needle Aspiration Biopsy: Encyclopedia Ii - Needle Aspiration Biopsy - Applications
This type of biopsy is performed for one of two reasons: A biopsy is performed on a lump or mass when its nature is in question. For kno...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Great Saphenous Vein: Encyclopedia Ii - Great Saphenous Vein - Use In Cardiovascular Procedures
The vein is often removed by cardiothoracic surgeons and used for auto-transplantation in coronary artery bypass operations, when arteria...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Stethoscope: Encyclopedia Ii - Stethoscope - Current Practice
The stethoscope is used in aid of diagnosing certain diseases. The stethoscope is able to transmit certain sounds and exclude others. Bef...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Megacolon: Encyclopedia Ii - Megacolon - Treatment
Possible treatments include: In stable cases, use of laxatives and bulking agents, as well as modifications in diet and stool habits are...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Encyclopedia Ii - Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy - Anatomic Characteristics
Individuals with HCM have some degree of left ventricular hypertrophy. Usually this is an asymmetric hypertrophy, involving the inter-ven...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Traditional Chinese Medicine: Encyclopedia Ii - Traditional Chinese Medicine - Tcm Diagnostics
The basics of TCM diagnostics are: observe (望 wàng), hear and smell (聞 wén), ask about background (問 wèn) and read the pulse (�...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Tennessee Walker: Encyclopedia Ii - Tennessee Walker - Showing
Tennessee Walking Horses are known for their gaits: the running walk, the flat walk, and their "rocking horse" canter. Although many memb...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Deep Vein Thrombosis: Encyclopedia Ii - Deep Vein Thrombosis - Signs And Symptoms
There may be no symptoms referrable to the location of the DVT, but the classical symptoms of DVT include pain, swelling and redness of t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cholecystitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Cholecystitis - Radiology
Sonography is a sensitive and specific modality for diagnosis of acute cholecystitis; adjusted sensitivity and specificity for diagnosis ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cholecystitis: Encyclopedia Ii - Cholecystitis - Therapy
Although antibiotics will often help reduce the inflammation of the gallbladder, acute cholecystitis is an indication for gallbladder rem...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Thumb: Encyclopedia Ii - Thumb - Anatomy Of The Thumb
In anatomy, the thumb is also called the first finger, pollex, digitus primus, or digitus I. The thumb consists of 3 bones: distal phala...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gynaecology: Encyclopedia Ii - Gynaecology - Examination
Gynaecology is typically a consultant specialty. In most countries, women must see a general practitioner first. If their condition requi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Needle Aspiration Biopsy: Encyclopedia Ii - Needle Aspiration Biopsy - Preparation
During this procedure, a very thin needle is used to remove cells or other material from a tumor or mass detected in the body. These cell...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Breech Birth: Encyclopedia Ii - Breech Birth - Diagnosis Of Breech Presentation
Early in pregnancy the baby changes position freely and frequently. By 28 weeks gestation, most babies are in the "head-down" position mo...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ovarian Cancer: Encyclopedia Ii - Ovarian Cancer - Symptoms
Note: There may be no symptoms until late in the disease. In particular, women should watch for symptoms occurring in groups and lasting ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Non-invasive Medical: Encyclopedia Ii - Non-invasive Medical - Therapy
In some cases, non-invasive methods will not work for the intended purpose, so medical technology has developed minimally-invasive method...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Equine Forelimb Anatomy: Encyclopedia Ii - Equine Forelimb Anatomy - Bones Of The Distal Forelimb
The figure below is a lateral photograph of the bones of the forelimb distal to the carpus: Equine forelimb anatomy - Metacarpal Bones. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lumbar Puncture: Encyclopedia Ii - Lumbar Puncture - Procedure
A lumbar puncture requires aseptic technique and performance by qualified and skilled medical practitioners. In performing a lumbar punct...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Physical Examination: Encyclopedia Ii - Physical Examination - Basic Biometrics
Physical examination - Height. Height is the anthropometric longitudinal growth of an individual. A statiometer is the device used to m...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pulmonology: Encyclopedia Ii - Pulmonology - Diagnosis
In medicine, 50% of all diagnoses can be made by a thorough medical history, and lung diseases are no different. The pulmonologist will c...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Prostate Cancer Staging: Encyclopedia Ii - Prostate Cancer Staging - Tnm Staging
From the AJCC 6th edition (2002) and UICC 6th edition. Prostate cancer staging - Evaluation of the primary tumor 'T'. TX: cannot evalu...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Megacolon: Encyclopedia Ii - Megacolon - Megacolon In Chagas Disease
In Central and South America, the most common incidence of chronic megacolon is that observed in ca. 20% of patients affected with Chagas...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Needle Aspiration Biopsy: Encyclopedia Ii - Needle Aspiration Biopsy - Post-operative Care And Complications
As with any surgical procedure, complications are possible. Fortunately, major complications due to thin needle aspiration biopsies are f...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Diagnosis
To diagnose pneumonia, health care providers rely on a patient's symptoms and findings from physical examination. Information from a ches...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Venipuncture: Encyclopedia Ii - Venipuncture - Venipuncture With Vacuum Tubes Vacutainers
There are many ways which blood can be obtained from someone. The best method varies with the age of the patient, equipment available and...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Physical Examination: Encyclopedia Ii - Physical Examination - Vital Signs
Physical examination - Temperature. Temperature recording gives an indication of core body temperature which is normally tightly contro...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Physical Examination: Encyclopedia Ii - Physical Examination - Structure Of The Written Examination Record
Physical examination - General appearance. Obvious apparent features as the patient enters the consulting room and in the course of ta...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Community-acquired Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Community-acquired Pneumonia - Prognosis
Individuals who are treated for CAP outside of the hospital have a mortality rate less than 1%. Fever typically responds in the first two...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Community-acquired Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Community-acquired Pneumonia - Special Circumstances Leading To Cap
Some people have an underlying problem which increases their risk of getting an infection. Some important situations are covered below: ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Community-acquired Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Community-acquired Pneumonia - Epidemiology
CAP is a common illness in all parts of the world. It is a major cause of death among all age groups. In children, the majority of deaths...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Community-acquired Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Community-acquired Pneumonia - Prevention
In addition to treating any underlying illness which can increase a person's risk for CAP, there are several additional ways to prevent C...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Physical Examination: Encyclopedia Ii - Physical Examination - Basic Biometrics
Physical examination - Height. Height is the anthropometric longitudinal growth of an individual. A statiometer is the device used to m...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Jugular Venous Pressure: Encyclopedia Ii - Jugular Venous Pressure - Method
A classical method for quantifying the JVP was described by Borst & Molhuysen in 1952. It has since been modified in various ways. Th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Treatment
Most cases of pneumonia can be treated without hospitalization. Typically, oral antibiotics, rest, fluids, and home care are sufficient f...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Complications
Sometimes pneumonia can lead to additional medical problems called complications. Complications are more frequently associated with bacte...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Prognosis And Mortality
With treatment, most types of bacterial pneumonia can be cured within one to two weeks. Viral pneumonia may last longer, and mycoplasmal ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Prevention
There are several ways to prevent infectious pneumonia. Appropriately treating underlying illnesses (such as AIDS) can decrease a person'...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Epidemiology
Pneumonia is a common illness in all parts of the world. It is a major cause of death among all age groups. In children, the majority of ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Obstetrics: Encyclopedia Ii - Obstetrics - Imaging Monitoring And Care
In present society, medical science has developed a number of procedures to monitor pregnancy. Obstetrics - Antenatal record. On the fi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Community-acquired Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Community-acquired Pneumonia - Complications Of Cap
Despite appropriate antibiotic therapy, severe complications can result from CAP, including: Community-acquired pneumonia - Sepsis. Sep...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cenodoxus In Latin: Encyclopedia Ii - Cenodoxus In Latin - Act I
Cenodoxus in Latin - Scene 1 High Noon for Mariscus. Mariscus, driven by pangs of hunger, and a slave to his monstrous appetite, approa...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - History
The symptoms of pneumonia were described by Hippocrates (c. 460 BC–380 BC): Peripneumonia, and pleuritic affections, are to be thus obs...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Neijing Suwen: Encyclopedia Ii - Neijing Suwen - Comparison And Critique Of English Translations Partial List
Note, none of following reviewed translations are perfect, but by comparing and combining individual translations a workable result can b...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Pathophysiology
The symptoms of infectious pneumonia are caused by the invasion of the lungs by microorganisms and by the immune system's response to the...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Community-acquired Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Community-acquired Pneumonia - Microorganisms Causing Cap
There are over a hundred microorganisms which can cause CAP. The most common types of microorganisms are different among different groups...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Community-acquired Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Community-acquired Pneumonia - Treatment
CAP is treated by administering an antibiotic which is effective in killing the offending microorganism as well as managing any complicat...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Pathophysiology
The symptoms of infectious pneumonia are caused by the invasion of the lungs by microorganisms and by the immune system's response to the...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Pneumonia: Encyclopedia Ii - Pneumonia - Types Of Pneumonia
Pneumonias can be classified in several different ways. Pathologists classified them according to the anatomic changes that were found in...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Medicine: Encyclopedia Ii - Medicine - Practice Of Medicine
The practice of medicine combines both science and art. Science and technology are the evidence base for many clinical problems for the g...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Healthcare Delivery: Encyclopedia Ii - Healthcare Delivery - Health Care Without Face-to-face Contact.
Healthcare delivery - Introduction. There are several ways of delivering health care: the commonest is through a personal, face-to-face...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - List Of Monotremes And Marsupials: Encyclopedia Ii - List Of Monotremes And Marsupials - Subclass Theria
List of monotremes and marsupials - Infraclass Metatheria marsupials. Family Didelphidae (opossums) Subfamily Didelphinae Genus Mic...   » Read the article

Article - Ayurveda Sitemap I - P
This is a sitemap for Ayurveda - P . Click on a link and you will find multiple definitions and articles related to the word.   ...   » Read the article