Archive for October, 2008
St. John’s Wort Relieves Symptoms Of Major Depression
New research provides support for the use of St. John’s wort extracts in treating major depression. A Cochrane Systematic Review backs up previous research that showed the plant extract is effective in treating mild to moderate depressive disorders.
“Overall, we found that the St. John’s wort extracts tested in the trials were superior to placebos and [...]
Erectile Dysfunction Drugs May Trump Nitroglycerin For Heart Protection
Erectile dysfunction drugs may be better than nitroglycerin in protecting the heart from damage before and after a severe heart attack, Virginia Commonwealth University researchers report.
During a heart attack, the heart is deprived of oxygen, which can result in significant damage to heart muscle and tissue. After the attack, most patients require treatment to reduce [...]
Muscle Cramps
Muscle cramps are prolonged involuntary muscle contractions that can be painful. Muscle cramping represents motor unit hyperactivity leading to prolonged involuntary muscle contraction. Precipitants include unopposed contraction, electrolyte and volume shifts, and lower motor neuron disease. Ordinary cramps most commonly occur in the gastrocnemius muscle and the intrinsic muscles of the sole of the foot. [...]
