How do would-be doctors practice difficult procedures? The answer is medical simulation. The same technology that allows pilots to master the controls of various aircraft can work to train a surgeon to remove a kidney stone or teach a first year medical student gross anatomy. EIGER lab, and the like, with advances in technology, and specifically the use of rapid prototyping and 3D printers, are improving the training process for healthcare professionals by providing more realistic and accurate models.…
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A few fleeting days of the year, your skin is dewy, youthful and the envy of all your girlfriends. However, the majority of days your skin is an uncooperative, problematic nightmare that you want to hide under layers of makeup and clothing. Unbeknownst to you, many of the most common skin issues – from acne and dry patches to under eye circles – are preventable, and often caused by your health and lifestyle choices.…
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If you have a job that requires a lot of heavy lifting, chances are you frequently suffer from axial back pain. Unlike other types of back pain, axial back pain is confined to only the lower area of the back. It is commonly characterized as dull to sharp pain that is either intermittent or constant.
While cooling ointments and prescription pain killers can help ease the pain, they also contain many harmful chemicals that can cause horrible side effects and that can be hazardous to your health.…
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