Angina (also called angina pectoris) is a type of chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. It’s not a disease itself but a symptom of underlying heart problems, usually coronary artery disease (CAD).
Unstable Angina is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition where the heart does not receive enough blood and oxygen. Unlike stable angina, it occurs suddenly, unpredictably, and often at rest, and may not go away with rest or medication.
Refractory Angina is a chronic and debilitating form of chest pain that persists despite optimal medical treatment and cannot be controlled with standard therapies such as medication, angioplasty, or bypass surgery.
Stable Angina is a type of chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood, usually during physical activity, stress, or exertion. It is the most common and predictable.
Variant Angina, also called Prinzmetal’s Angina, is a rare type of angina caused by a spasm in the coronary arteries that temporarily reduces blood flow to the heart. Unlike stable angina, it often occurs at rest.
Heart Failure (also known as Congestive Heart Failure) is a chronic medical condition where the heart is unable to pump blood effectively to meet the body’s needs for oxygen and nutrients. It doesn't mean the heart has stopped, but rather that it’s weakened or stiffened, leading to poor circulation and fluid buildup in the body.
Left-sided heart failure occurs when the left side of the heart (specifically the left ventricle) loses its ability to pump blood efficiently to the rest of the body. As a result, blood backs up into the lungs, causing shortness of breath and fluid accumulation.
Diastolic Heart Failure, also called Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), occurs when the heart’s left ventricle becomes stiff or thickened and cannot relax properly during the filling phase (diastole).
Right-sided heart failure occurs when the right side of the heart (right ventricle) is unable to pump blood effectively to the lungs. This causes blood to back up into the veins, leading to fluid buildup in the lower body, abdomen, liver, and legs.
Systolic Heart Failure occurs when the heart’s left ventricle cannot contract effectively, meaning it can't pump enough oxygen-rich blood to meet the body's needs. This type of heart failure is also known as Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction (HFrEF).
Chest pain is a common yet serious symptom that should never be ignored. While it may not always be heart-related, it could be a warning sign of a heart attack or other life-threatening condition.
Chest pain related to the heart is a common and potentially serious symptom that should never be ignored. It often signals that the heart muscle is not receiving enough oxygen-rich blood, a condition known as angina or, in more severe cases, a heart attack.
Not all chest pain is related to the heart. Many conditions affecting the lungs, digestive system, muscles, bones, or even anxiety can cause chest pain that mimics a heart attack but has different causes and treatments.
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical practice that involves inserting very fine needles into specific points on the body to promote healing, relieve pain, and improve overall wellness. It is based on the concept of balancing the body's energy flow, known as "Qi" (pronounced 'chee'), through pathways called meridians.
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese therapy often used alongside acupuncture. It involves the burning of a dried herb called "moxa" (mugwort) near or on specific acupuncture points to stimulate healing, increase circulation, and warm the body’s meridians.
Electroacupuncture is a modern variation of traditional acupuncture that enhances healing by using gentle electrical stimulation. In this technique, after inserting acupuncture needles into specific points on the body, a low-frequency electric current.
Scalp Acupuncture is a specialized form of acupuncture that involves the insertion of very thin needles into specific zones on the scalp. It combines principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with modern knowledge of brain anatomy and neurology.
Cupping with Acupuncture is a powerful healing combination rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This integrative therapy merges the precise energy balancing of acupuncture with the deep muscle-relieving effects of cupping therapy.