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The article presents studies that investigate the effects of ocular yoga on reducing visual fatigue and improving binocular function in young patients. It is mentioned that modern life, with its increased visual demands, can generate symptoms of visual fatigue. Ocular yoga exercises include practices such as blinking, moving the eyes in different directions, and performing acupressure on the palm of the hand. The mentioned studies show that performing these exercises can reduce symptoms and improve parameters such as phoria in near and distant vision, accommodation ease, and near point of convergence. However, the need for further research with representative samples to generalize the results is emphasized. [Extracted from the article]

Background and Objective. The incidence of keloids in ears is increasing. The high frequency of recurrence is of great interest, so surgical removal is associated with other therapies like radiotherapy, corticosteroids, cryotherapy, laser, acupressure, etc. Pressure therapy is an effective, simple and accessible method. Methods. We conduct a prospective, experimental study, with 11 cases of keloid ears treated with surgical resection followed by pressure therapy using magnets, taking into account the pressure and magnetic force. Follow up between 4 and 6 months was performed. Tests such as Mann-Whitney and Linear Coefficient were used. The recurrence rate was determined and a regression analysis to study the value in Analog Scale of Pain (VAS) was performed. Results. The recurrence free rate was 90,91%. There were no complications. As the EVA, an upward tolerance headset magnet therapy over time was observed. Conclusions. The protocol we present using magnets is an excellent adjuvant treatment. Additionally, magnetism seems to fulfill a key role in the remodeling and organization of the collagen fibers of postoperative scarring, adding more to this type of pressure therapy effectiveness. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Introduction: Endotracheal intubation is a necessary method to protect the airway, however, it may be associated with complications such as micro pulmonary aspirations, hemorrhage, necrosis, ulceration, tracheal stenosis, tracheoesophageal fistula and loss of ciliary mucosa. It is important to know the variations in pressure of the balloon inflated with endotracheal subjective techniques since, in most cases unknown pressure being produced on the tracheal mucosa. Methods: An observational, cross-sectional, descriptive which included 49 patients who required endotracheal intubation for general anesthesia procedures. The subjective technique endotracheal balloon insufflation technique is divided into minimum leakage or acupressure. Measuring the balloon pressure reached is performed with a manometer. Results: The final N was 47 patients in whom endotracheal balloon was blown through subjective techniques: 32% were within appropriate pressures and 68 % were observed outside, of the norm. Conclusions: Subjective techniques are unreliable for assessing endotracheal balloon pressure, becoming evident the need for a pressure gauge to maintain endotracheal balloon pressures within the recommended ranges. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: The purpose of this study was to analyze change of lifestyle in obese patients with cognitive behavior therapy and acupressure. Methods: An experimental study was performed with placebo control group. Forty patients were randomly assigned to intervention group (cognitive behaviour therapy + acupressure) and control group (information session). Outcome measure was a questionnaire for the assessment and quantification of obesity related lifestyles. Measures were performed at baseline and, after 3-months intervention. Results: After 3 months of treatment, the intervention group showed significant differences (p < 0.05) in weight loss, diet and physical activity. Conclusion: In the obese patient, cognitive behavior therapy and acupressure, it has lost at least three kilograms over three months and has changed lifestyles related to obesity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Application of Shiatsu provides therapeutic relief to a growing number of people seeking a solution to their health problems which are not solved by biomedicine. This practice was introduced in Buenos Aires by Japanese masters in the 70's. It received additional impulse in the 90's due to the performance of non-Japanese therapists who had been trained both locally and abroad. Another contributing factor was the fact that it was promoted and brought to public attention by New Age circuits. There are currently eight centers available for treatment of patients and for the development of training courses. There is also a network of independent therapists. Surveys reveal the existence of insatisfaction with official medicine due to its excessive emphasis on technological development and neglect of an attitude of humane understanding. Patients obtain positive results in the treatment of a wide range of ailments. Whilst providing health care to those who are in need of it, therapists are able, at the same time, to pursue their own inner search. In many cases, a true interaction of oriental and occidental cosmovisions takes place, resulting in the modification of previously constructed ways of perceiving the universe. Thus, the practice of Shiatsu provides significant elements to those who apply it, in terms of nourishing social perceptions and legitimizing the adoption of new functional subsystems, conveying meaning, identity and a sense of belonging. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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