Arrow or Z-track? We'll talk about the 2 main injection techniques: the standard method and the Z-track.

Blisters are common skin lesions in the form of fluid-filled pockets of skin. They form in response to a variety of triggers including rubbing, pressure, burns and infections. They can appear on various parts of the body, but typically affect the hands and feet. If lacerated the blisters cause pain and require treatment like any other wound. Blisters are particularly common in those who engage in sports as well as in people who wear inadequate footwear even for short walks. Foot blisters can be particularly uncomfortable since they are continually subject to stress and rubbing against footwear. Who is most affected in this case? Runners and hikers.

Calluses and corns are superficial lesions on the skin of the foot. They should not be ignored since healthy feet are fundamental for the well-being of the entire body.

It's time to check your blood pressure! Here's some simple, practical advice on how to do this correctly, including how to hold your arm, how to repeat the measurement, and what to do during and after the process.

Do you suffer from high blood pressure? A little movement and some light exercise can help you regulate your blood pressure. However, some sports, such as weightlifting, require caution. Consult with your doctor to determine which exercises are safest and most effective on the basis of your medical history. This article offers some tips and parameters worth considering when deciding what sports to participate in while dealing with high blood pressure.

So you've got a little pain in your back... another one in your neck... Let's find out together how to identify pain in the most important parts of the body. But more importantly, let's also take action in our everyday lives: all you need is a little stretching, a mattress with the right pillows and to not wear high heels for work anymore. The result? Neck and back pain, including lower back pain, will be a thing of the past.

Think you may have a baby on the way, but not sure? Find out with a pregnancy test. We look at how it works, hormone measurement, the best time to take it, and some simple suggestions to make sure you get the correct result.

If your child has diabetes and is already going to school, we've got some simple advice to make his day better: from planning when he gets to eat sweets to monitoring his blood sugar levels. What's the very first step? If your child has diabetes, start by creating a team atmosphere with his teachers.

Let's learn more about the varied world of parenteral administration via injection: from intramuscular to endovenous methods, each type of injection has its own associated drugs and relative absorption rates of their active ingredients. Let's discover them together.