People with Covid-19 and people with tuberculosis (TB) can experience similar symptoms such as coughing and breathing difficulties as both diseases affect the lungs. Exactly how these diseases affect the lungs, however, differs. Professor Keertan Dheda, general physician, pulmonologist, and a critical care specialist who heads up the Division of Pulmonology at Groote Schuur Hospital and the…
DetailsGetting ready for the World Physiotherapy (PT) day this week, which falls in our South African Physio Society’s usual national back care week. This year’s theme is Rehabilitation after Covid-19. This is such an important topic and there is so much need for awareness in South Africa of the ongoing role physiotherapy should have in…
DetailsGetting ready for the World Physiotherapy (PT) day next week, which falls in our South African Physio Society’s usual national back care week. This year’s theme is Rehabilitation after Covid-19. This is such an important topic and there is so much need for awareness in South Africa of the ongoing role physiotherapy should have in…
DetailsShould I stop running if my knee hurts? Author: https://theconversation.com/ Date: September 1, 2020 goodluz/Shutterstock The most common site for pain in recreational runners is the knee. For some, especially older runners, the pain can be a symptom of osteoarthritis. But does running worsen knee pain and osteoarthritis? A study from Canada shows that many…
DetailsCoronavirus patients using unique physical therapy treatment to breathe easier during recovery Manual therapy is different from typical physical therapy and has helped some COVID-19 patients Dr. Siegel on race to treat coronavirus symptoms Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel on what can be done to protect people before a vaccine is approved. A special…
DetailsBreathing and your immune system FOR SHA WELLNESS CLINIC | TUESDAY MAY 19TH, 2020NATURAL THERAPIES Rachel Rose Yoga and meditation instructor at SHA Wellness Clinic. Since the declaration of the coronavirus pandemic, breathing and immunity have made the news in every country in the world. In recent weeks, we have seen frightening images of people having their breath…
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