Purkinje fibers are specialized conductive myocardial cells with few myofibrils that promotes the rapid conduction of the impulse through the ventricles. They are larger than the normal myocardial fibers. What type of tissue is Purkinje fibers? Purkinje fibers or Purkinje cardiomyocytes are part of the whole complex of the cardiacRead More →
When a nerve impulse reaches the end of an axon, the axon releases chemicals called neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters travel across the synapse between the axon and the dendrite of the next neuron. … The binding allows the nerve impulse to travel through the receiving neuron. Why do nerve impulses travel quickly?Read More →
Erythromelalgia (EM) is an extremely rare condition affecting the feet and sometimes the hands. It is known for causing intense burning pain, severe redness, and increased skin temperature that is either episodic or continuous. Is erythromelalgia a neuropathy? We conclude that erythromelalgia is associated with a neuropathy (primarily, small-fiber) andRead More →
Once the vagus nerve is cut, it can’t be restored — a potential drawback, because the reduced appetite and slowed digestion may no longer be required or even desirable once a patient attains a healthy body weight. What would happen if the vagal nerve to the heart were cut? WhenRead More →
Cervical vertigo, also called cervicogenic dizziness, is a feeling of disorientation or unsteadiness caused by a neck injury or health condition that affects the neck. It’s almost always accompanied by neck pain. Your range of motion can be affected, too, and sometimes it comes along with a headache. Can neckRead More →
How long does the effect of the medication last? The immediate effect is usually from the local anesthetic injected. This wears off in a few hours. The steroid starts working in about 3 to 5 days and its effect can last for several days to a few months. Are youRead More →
As with all types of surgery, there’s a risk of dying during or after lumbar decompression surgery, although this is rare. A blood clot, a bad reaction to the anaesthetic and blood loss can all be life-threatening. What kind of surgery is done for a pinched nerve? Decompression is aRead More →
Extra sleep and rest. Sleep is essential for a healing nerve. … Change of posture. … Ergonomic workstation. … Pain relieving medications. … Stretching and yoga. … Massage or physical therapy. … Splint. … Elevate the legs. Do pinched nerves go away on their own? While pinched nerves often healRead More →
Nerve pain medicines do not work for all patients, and often don’t remove pain completely when they do work. The goal of treating nerve pain with medicines is to reduce pain to allow you to improve your functioning and quality of life. People usually start amitriptyline at a low once-Read More →