Psoriasis (pronounced /s??ra??s?s/) (suh-RI-uh-sus) is a disease which affects the skin and joints. It commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. The scaly patches caused by psoriasis, called psoriatic plaques, are areas of inflammation and excessive skin production. Skin rapidly accumulates at these sites and takes a silvery-white appearance. Plaques frequently occur on the skin of the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the scalp and genitals. Psoriasis...

If you have applied for Social Security Disability or SSI, you probably realize that you're in for a long wait. It is unfortunate that those who need assistance the most--disabled Americans--are left without help while they endure the long disability application process. The good news is that there are several resources and tips that can help you get by while you wait.

The first resource, and the best, is friends and relatives. These are the people who know you well,...

Wheelchair and scooter ramps are essential in making a building easily accessible and it is important to choose the correct one for your requirements.  Whether it is for domestic or commercial use there are plenty of wheelchair and scooter ramps to choose from. Ramps can be used to load wheelchairs or scooters into vehicles, put over steps to create a smooth transition and over a door’s threshold to enable easy access.  Wheelchair ramps can be portable, foldable or with...

Muscular Dystrophy is a physically disabling condition that affects the muscles.  Muscular dystrophy affects both genders, all ages and occurs across all ethnic groups.  The cause of most types of muscular dystrophy is genetic. There are around 60 different types of Muscular Dystrophy and related neuromuscular conditions.

Some of the main types of muscular dystrophy include:

• Duchenne,


• Becker,

We all need to hear so we are aware of what is going on around us and expect to be able to use it especially when to alert us of any dangers. Dogs also need to be able to hear, but it is expected that they can adapt to life without it. While some dogs manage, is there any reason why dogs shouldn't use a hearing aid?

Dogs can live up to a good age and easily reach their teens before long. With good veterinary care and modern medicine they can live to a ripe old age. Just like...

Hip replacement surgery in Indiais assisting and curing abroad patients from hip disorders with cost effective Indian medical tourism. Hip replacement surgery is recommended to cure hip pain that results from hip disorders like osteoarthritis, fractures/dislocations and rheumatoid arthritis. If a person gets trouble and pain in the hips while standing, walking and dressing up plus sitting on a chair etc he can get hip replacement after a medical consultation with the doctor. Indian...

There are some people in this world that face such a disease as ?PageId=26" dyslexia . The word "Dyslexia" is originated from the Greek word that means "Dys"- impaired and "Lexis"- word. Dyslexia can range from easy to severe conditions. There are many forms of this disease, therefore there are several types and symptoms of this illness. Every type is specified by the individual features of every human being separately. There is not such a "typical...

Stairliftsare a relief to mobility impaired individuals and help them to easily access the different floors in their homes and offices. In the olden days, physically disabled people employed caretakers to assist them in climbing stairs. But caretakers are expensive to maintain; moreover, the presence of another person constantly at one’s side might seriously affect the privacy of individuals. With the arrival of stair lifts, physically disabled people began to usestairliftsfor...

Hasan A. Yahya, Ph.D

Have you asked your self one day: Why the left foot always follows the right foot, or vise versa? You see this is a habitual action every person on earth does it regularly without questioning his/her mind or legs. Isn’t it amazing if the decision was made by your feet for itself without your permission? What if your feet rebelled  over your guaranteed permission to move?  Ya!, in case you’re handicapped or Physically...

Residential elevators are a great addition to any multi-storied building and bring a touch of luxury to your home. Residential elevators can help you avoid spending thousands of dollars for treating injuries caused by accidents while climbing stairs. Residential elevators are designed to enhance your lifestyle and the value of your home while providing an easy way to transport yourself along with groceries, laundry or anything else floor-to-floor. In any home of multiple floors, you can...