For some of us, the mobile phone has almost become a natural extension of the hand. Everyone from kindergarten children to seniors, intellectual and physical workers, is “immersed” in smart devices. They are so addictive that the sense of time is lost, which has a negative impact on health, especially on your back. A study by Riga Stradiņš University shows that 76% of children aged 4–6 years old have asymmetrical posture and 50% have posture disorders. As children get older, the frequency and intensity of the problem increases. Diāna Silantjeva, physiotherapist at TONUS ELAST, explains how the use of mobile devices affects posture and how to improve it.
For some of us, the mobile phone has almost become a natural extension of the hand. Everyone from kindergarten childr...
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A sedentary lifestyle, too much time spent using smart devices and watching TV, which was especially true during the Covid-19 pandemic when children spent the school year at home, as well as other reasons, may cause children to develop posture problems, which, if not noticed in time, may create unpleasant consequences in the future. Therefore it is important to react in time.
A sedentary lifestyle, too much time spent using smart devices and watching TV, which was especially true during the ...
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Umbilical hernia is found within 15% of babies after birth. It is a minor defect in the soft tissue inside the abdomen in the location where the remains of the baby’s umbilical cord have separated Wait until the hernia reduces and disappears or perform surgical manipulations – this is evaluated by the doctor, monitoring the child for a longer period.
Umbilical hernia is found within 15% of babies after birth. It is a minor defect in the soft tissue inside the abdome...
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A sprained ankle – happens to many. Especially to children and young athletes. Although it seems that an ankle sprain is a light injury, not demanding special treatment, the specialists indicate: it is a body injury, that sometimes needs to be treated seriously, in order not to experience any consequences in the future.
A sprained ankle – happens to many. Especially to children and young athletes. Although it seems that an ankle sprain...
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When the child is growing, many parents have heard complaints about aching legs. And most probably they have provided consolation: the legs are growing, which is why they are aching. It may be so, but, if the pain does not diminish, a doctor’s consultation may be needed, to understand whether the process taking place is a sign of a serious disease. Especially, if the pain is localised in the knees.
When the child is growing, many parents have heard complaints about aching legs. And most probably they have provided...
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