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What types of massage in atherosclerosis?
Deep tissue
What is Heart conditions contraindicated to massage?
There are several, the main one is hypertension, or high blood pressure. If they are on medication and it is under control then massage would be indicated. Other conditions where caution should be exercised, or even clearance by a physician include atherosclerosis, arteriosclerosis, angina, mitral valve prolapse, and pacemakers.
What can massage do to someone with atherosclerosis and why is it contraindicated?
Atherosclerosis is associated with hardening of the arteries and plaque deposits. It can also involve blood clots, which are called thrombi. The danger lies in the possibility of dislodging a blood clot, which can be fatal. A gentle non-circulatory may be helpful to make them feel better, but it would be wise to get clearance from a doctor before proceeding.
When was Atherosclerosis - journal - created?
Atherosclerosis - journal - was created in 1970.
Is Atherosclerosis genetic?
Atherosclerosis is often found in clusters in families. Atherosclerosis is a thickening of the artery walls as a result of an invasion and accumulation of white cells.
Do any clinics in MN offer atherosclerosis treatment?
yes some of the clinics in MN offers atherosclerosis treatment. You can check on this www.mayoclinic.org/atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is what?
Atherosclerosis is a condition in which an artery wall thickens as a result of the buildup of fatty materials. Atherosclerosis results in a reduced flow of blood in the affected artery. Atherosclerosis can develop in the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heat muscle.
What is the progression of the disease atherosclerosis?
Atherosclerosis can lead to blood clots, heart attack and stroke.
How does atherosclerosis begin?
It seems that atherosclerosis begins with tiny tears at stressed places in the walls of the arteries
The build-up of cholesterol on the walls of the arteries is a condition known as?
Arteries maybe clogged by fatty deposits on their walls causing the condition known as Atherosclerosis.
Heart attakcs strokes atherosclerosis are problems of what systems?
Heart attacks are cardiovascular, strokes and atherosclerosis are neural.
Is atherosclerosis a cardiovascular disease?
atherosclerosis=cardiovascular disease, the same way as upper arm bone=humerus
