Archive for October, 2009
First Aid for Fracture
A fracture is a break or crack in bone. 1. Closed fractures Closed (or simple) fractures are those not related to open wounds on the surface of the body, although there may be a laceration over or near the fracture site. 2. Open fractures Open (or compound) fractures are those associated directly with open wounds. [...]
Home Treatment for Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are enlarged twisted unsightly veins of the lower extremities. This may present as leg heaviness, leg ache or visible spider veins or bulging veins. Varicose veins are most commonly due to the presence of incompetent valves in the leg veins- leading to reflux disease of the superficial veins. Home Treatment for Varicose Veins [...]
Ways to Whiten Teeth at Home
We are all born with white and shiny teeth, but as we age our teeth becomes darker because of stains. Highly pigmented foods, drinks and cigarette smoking can heavily stained our teeth. Note that there is no totally white teeth because the natural color of our teeth is actually light yellow to light yellow-red. Common [...]