
Radiologists vs. Radiographers: Understanding the Difference in Medical Imaging
Radiologists and Radiographers both work in medical imaging, but their roles differ significantly. Learn how health professionals in South Africa contribute to diagnostics and treatment through X-rays, MRIs, and more.
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Prenatal Yoga
Prenatal Yoga Yoga is a practice that embodies mind, body and soul. Pregnancy happens to be something that challenges the mind, body and soul. Pregnancy is an incredible journey that can be a testing time, and using Yoga throughout your pregnancy is beneficial to the way you experience being pregnant as well as how you experience giving birth. The Benefits of Prenatal Yoga Your body is always changing – and this change is experienced at an even more drastic and rapid rate when a woman’s body is carrying a child. Prenatal Yoga practices are
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What is a peptic ulcer and how can treat it?
A peptic ulcer is an extremely painful experience that can trigger multiple other unpleasant symptoms, such as longterm stomach pain, bloating or gas, an intolerance to fatty food, nausea and heartburn. Read on to find out how natural remedies can provide a solution:
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Skincare Routine Essentials for Sun-Exposed Skin
South Africa’s sunny weather is something to be enjoyed, and with a well-planned skincare routine, you can make the most of it while protecting your skin.
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Top 5 Breakthrough Acne Scar Treatments of 2024
Acne scars can be a challenge to treat, but with the latest innovations, smoother, more even skin is within reach.
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Exploring Pranic Healing in South Africa
One of the key factors driving the popularity of Pranic Healing in South Africa is its accessibility and inclusivity.
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Neck Pain
A combination of manual therapy techniques was effective in reducing pain and improving range of movement in mechanical neck pain in this patient.
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Choosing the Right Organic Facial for Your Skin Type
Choosing the right organic facial for your skin type is crucial for achieving healthy, glowing skin. This guide helps you understand the best facials for oily, dry, sensitive, and combination skin, highlighting the benefits of natural ingredients like aloe vera, green tea, and honey.
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Iyengar Yoga
Iyengar Yoga Each Yoga Practice was created to focus on something different, giving the practice focus and direction. Iyengar Yoga is a practice that focuses on precision. It is a form of Yoga that aims to create strength, flexibility and clarity through holding poses for longer than most Yoga practices. Iyengar Yoga is possibly one of the most common practices around the world because of its modern approach, making it accessible and beneficial to a large amount of people. The practice pays specific attention to aligning each posture and iden
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Acupressure: A pain-relieving practice from the East
When people think of Eastern Medicinal practices, the ancient technique of acupuncture often springs to mind. Fewer people are aware of an equally effective and authentic Eastern method called Acupressure, which is similar to Acupuncture but differs in a few key respects.
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Applied Kinesiology: An alternative solution path to health
Kinesiology is also known as the practice of biomechanics and focuses on the study of body movement. Applied kinesiology branches off this foundation and emphasises the importance of muscle strength monitoring where diagnosis and treatment is based on the theory that muscles have important links to other body parts, such as organs and tissues.
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Genetic Testing for Disease Prevention: Can Your DNA Predict Future Health Risks?
Genetic DNA testing can reveal your predisposition to conditions like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, helping you make informed health decisions and reduce future risks.
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Alternative Medicine
Alternative Medicine We have all become incredibly reliant on Western or traditional medical techniques that often the idea of anything out of this spectrum can be slightly uncomfortable. However, people all over the world and across cultures have benefited from Alternative medicine and have chosen this way of healing as opposed to mainstream techniques. Alternative Medicine is an umbrella term for a variety of different health practices, which we will explore below: Acupuncture Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that u
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Breaking Down the Types of Acne Scars: How to Choose the Right Treatment
Struggling with acne scars? Discover the types of scars—ice pick, boxcar, rolling, and more—and the best treatments for each. From chemical peels to microneedling, find the solutions that help you achieve smooth, radiant skin and renewed confidence.
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What to expect during a Hot Stone massage
Hot stone massage is a massage tradition that centres on the use of several smooth, heated stones in the massage technique. During the session, the therapist places the heated stones on specific regions of the body while giving a massage. Basalt river rocks are often used for these massages because they are naturally smooth and are known to retain heat effectively. In essence, the heated stones provide localised heat and weight to purposefully chosen regions of the body.
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Speech Therapy
Most people seem to think that Speech Therapy is only reserved for children or patients who are unable to enunciate and articulate properly. However, this isn’t the case. Speech Therapists often treat patients with auditory processing disorder, dyspraxia and dyslexia. All of these issues make it difficult for people to communicate verbally and via writing, making life frustrating and unnecessarily difficult. Fortunately, Speech Therapists are trained to assist in a wide variety of language and speech problems.
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The Science Behind Botox: How It Works to Reduce Wrinkles and Fine Lines
Learn about the science of Botox, its mechanism in smoothing wrinkles, and its medical applications for conditions like migraines and excessive sweating.
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