THERAPEUTIC FASTING FOR ORTHOPAEDIC DISEASES
Orthopaedic conditions are medical conditions that affect the musculoskeletal system of the body, particularly the bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints. The term ‘orthopaedic’ is derived from the Greek word ‘orthos’ (straight) and ‘paideia’ (child), and orthopaedics originally dealt with the correction of deformities in children.
BACK PAIN
Back pain is a common medical problem that affects people of all ages and genders. It is pain or discomfort that occurs in different areas of the back, including the upper, middle or lower regions. It can vary from mild, temporary discomfort to severe, chronic pain.
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CERVICAL SPINE SYNDROME
Cervical spine syndrome, is a widespread complaint that is often accompanied by pain in the neck, shoulders and head. It is usually caused by strain on the cervical spine, which consists of seven vertebrae and connects the head to the torso. It is often triggered by factors such as poor posture, excessive strain (screen work) and stress.
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JOINT COMPLAINTS (ARTHROSIS)
Osteoarthritis is a common joint disease that can affect people of all ages, but tends to occur with increasing age. The cartilage covering the ends of the bones gradually breaks down. This leads to friction between the bones, which can cause pain, inflammation and swelling. Osteoarthritis can occur in any joint, but it most commonly affects the knees, hips, spine and hands.
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RHEUMATIC DISEASES
Rheumatic diseases are a group of diseases that affect the musculoskeletal system and can affect joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments and even internal organs. They include over 100 different diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lupus, gout and fibromyalgia. People suffering from these conditions often experience chronic pain, stiffness and inflammation, which can affect their quality of life.
Why can therapeutic fasting help you with rheumatic diseases?
SOFT TISSUE RHEUMATISM (FIBROMYALGIA)
Soft tissue rheumatism, also known as fibromyalgia, is a chronic pain disorder characterised by widespread pain in the muscles, tendons and ligaments. In addition, fibromyalgia is often combined with numerous accompanying symptoms such as sleep disorders, migraines or irritable bowel syndrome. Although the exact causes are not yet fully understood, a combination of genetic, neurological, psychosomatic and environmental factors appear to play a role.
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