The Ironman Triathlon is one of the most demanding endurance sports events, combining 3.8 kilometres of swimming, 180 kilometres of cycling and 42.2 kilometres of running. Preparing for this event involves high volumes of training, repeated loads and significant physical and mental demands. In this context, physiotherapy and osteopathic counselling can...
In an increasingly fast-paced lifestyle, sleep is often undervalued, despite its central role in regulating the immune system. The relationship between sleep, cell repair and immune response is now well documented and is recognised as one of the most important elements in maintaining health over time. The importance of...
Orofacial pain associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunctions has become increasingly common in the population. These conditions can have a significant impact on quality of life, interfering with essential functions such as chewing, speech, sleep and the ability to concentrate. In this context, physiotherapy specialising in orofacial pain and TMJ dysfunctions...
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle doesn't require expensive solutions or complex routines. Small daily choices, many of which are accessible and free, can have a significant impact on regulating the body and on physical and mental balance. Over time, I've been integrating some simple habits that I think are relevant to supporting the natural processes of adaptation,...
Homeostasis is a central concept in human biology and physiology. It refers to the body's ability to maintain relatively stable internal conditions, allowing cells, tissues and systems to function in a coordinated manner despite constant variations in the external environment. This dynamic balance is essential for the survival, adaptation and proper functioning of the organism throughout...
The circadian cycle is an approximately 24-hour biological regulation system responsible for organising multiple physiological processes, including sleep, wakefulness, metabolism and the response to stress. Among its main modulators are cortisol and melatonin, two hormones with complementary functions in the body's adaptation to different...
The immune system plays a central role in regulating health and the body's ability to adapt. Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology provides an integrated understanding of how factors such as stress, sleep, diet and emotional states influence the immune response over time, framing the immune system as part of a...
The arrival of a baby involves a great deal of care related to its growth and development. In the first few months of life, attention to daily positioning can be particularly important, especially when it comes to preventing and monitoring cranial asymmetries, a relatively common situation at this stage of development. The baby's skull has a high...
Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in multiple physiological processes in the human body. Although it doesn't always receive the same attention as other micronutrients, it plays an important role in metabolic, neuromuscular and energy regulation. Maintaining adequate magnesium levels is associated with the normal functioning of various systems in the body. Biological functions of...
Headache is a medical term used to describe headaches, a prevalent condition that affects a significant part of the population. Among the different types of headache, tension-type headache is one of the most common and can occur occasionally or constantly. This article explores the main aspects of tension-type headache...
