Healing and Decolonization

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adam Szymanski
Keyword(s):  
Therapeutic Effect ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
The Body ◽  
Fourth World ◽  
Therapeutic Value

Chapter Five makes a claim for the therapeutic value of Indigenous cinemas by drawing on the body of Indigenous scholarship which conceives of decolonization as healing process. This chapter foregrounds Barry Barclay’s theory of Fourth Cinema which emphasizes the centrality of traditional Indigenous values to Indigenous filmmaking, and asks how such values can be affectively embedded in a film for political and therapeutic effect. Kanakan Balintagos’ film Palawan Fate serves as an intercessor for thinking about cinema’s contribution to social projects for healing and decolonization across the Fourth World, from Canada to the Philippines and beyond.

Scientific aspect on Diet explained by Susrutha in Wound Healing

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (05) ◽  
Author(s):  
Manoj Kumar ◽  
Amareshappa . ◽  
Anjali Bharadwaj ◽  
Shailaja S. V.
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Mineral Metabolism ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
The Body ◽  
Wound Healing Process ◽  
Human Being ◽  
Different Sources ◽  
Scientific Aspect ◽  
Important Branch

Wound healing has been the burning problem in a surgical practice because of a remarkable increase in the number of traumatic cases. A wound causes a number of changes in the body that can affect the healing process, including changes in energy, protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamin and mineral metabolism. Various Ayurveda literatures, particularly, Sushruta Samhita, which is said to be an ancient textbook of surgery in Ayurveda, has mentioned about the diet for the person suffering from the wound, and the author said that diet plays a very important role in the wound healing process. Sushruta - The father of surgery has scientifically classified it in a systemic manner, whose wealth of clinical material and the principles of management are valid even today. Shalya Tantra (surgical branch in Ayurveda Science) is one of the important branch of Ayurveda, in which surgical and para-surgical techniques has described for management of various diseases. Vrana is the most important and widely described chapter of Shalya Tantra. Vrana (wound) is one of them, which have been managed by human being from starting of civilization. Under the circumstances, the first thing which the men came across was the injury from different sources which caused him the Vrana. Vrana is seen as debilitating and scaring disorder, usually seen affecting the human being at any age. Well balanced nutrition plays an essential role in the wound healing.

Suicide Loss Survivors: Navigating Social Stigma and Threats to Social Bonds

2021 ◽  
pp. 003022282110265
Author(s):  
Dorothy M. Goulah-Pabst
Keyword(s):  
Social Stigma ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Personal Narratives ◽  
The Body ◽  
Social Solidarity ◽  
Sociological Study ◽  
Social Challenges ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Impact

The complicated grief experienced by suicide loss survivors leads to feelings of abandonment, rejection, intense self-blame, and depression. Stigma surrounding suicide further burdens survivors who can experience rejection by their community and social networks. Research in the field of psychology has delved into the grieving process of suicide loss survivors, however the effects of suicide require more sociological study to fully understand and support the impact of the suicidal bereavement process on the social interactions and relationships of those left behind after death. This study aims to contribute to the body of research exploring the social challenges faced after the suicide of a loved one. Based on the analysis of powerful personal narratives through qualitative interviews shared by 14 suicide loss survivors this study explores the social construction of the grieving and healing process for suicide loss survivors. Recognizing that the most reliable relief is in commiseration with like experienced people, this research points to the support group as a builder of social solidarity. The alienation caused by the shame and stigma of suicide loss can be reversed by the feelings of attachment to the group that listens, understands and accepts. Groups created by and for suicide loss survivors should be considered a necessary tool to be used toward healing those who suffer from loss by suicide.

scholarly journals Nanocomposite scaffolds for accelerating chronic wound healing by enhancing angiogenesis

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamed Nosrati ◽  
Reza Aramideh Khouy ◽  
Ali Nosrati ◽  
Mohammad Khodaei ◽  
Mehdi Banitalebi-Dehkordi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Wound Healing ◽  
Tissue Regeneration ◽  
Molecular Mechanisms ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
The Body ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Nanocomposite Scaffolds

AbstractSkin is the body’s first barrier against external pathogens that maintains the homeostasis of the body. Any serious damage to the skin could have an impact on human health and quality of life. Tissue engineering aims to improve the quality of damaged tissue regeneration. One of the most effective treatments for skin tissue regeneration is to improve angiogenesis during the healing period. Over the last decade, there has been an impressive growth of new potential applications for nanobiomaterials in tissue engineering. Various approaches have been developed to improve the rate and quality of the healing process using angiogenic nanomaterials. In this review, we focused on molecular mechanisms and key factors in angiogenesis, the role of nanobiomaterials in angiogenesis, and scaffold-based tissue engineering approaches for accelerated wound healing based on improved angiogenesis.

On the chlorine metabolism of the body and the therapeutic value of gastric juice withdrawal

1934 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 300-307
Author(s):  
N. N. Kovyazin ◽  
D. M. Asambaev ◽  
H. B. Raimova ◽  
O. K. Kurganova
Keyword(s):  
Gastric Juice ◽  
Subcutaneous Tissue ◽  
The Body ◽  
Table Salt ◽  
Mineral Salts ◽  
Therapeutic Value ◽  
Chlorine Metabolism

Since the time of Voit, we know that for the balance of life, mineral salts, including table salt, are as necessary to the body as proteins, carbohydrates, fats and water. According to Magnus-Lev, the total amount of salt in an adult is 150.0 g., with a daily requirement of 6.0-8.0 g. The distribution of NaCl in various organs and tissues is uneven; most of it is contained in the blood and subcutaneous tissue. Salt fluctuations in organs and tissues normally occur within narrow limits.

scholarly journals AN ASSESSMENT OF TEACHERS’ COPING MANAGEMENT OF PERCEIVED STRESS AND FEAR OF THE UNKNOWN

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 217
Author(s):  
Merissa Braza Ocampo
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
The Body ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Educational Processes ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
Global Uncertainty

Amidst the burgeoning research currently conducted on the effects of COVID-19, this study looks particularly at teachers’ stress and anxiety during a time of heightened global uncertainty, which also strongly affects educational processes. The paper draws on data provided through online questionnaires, and follow-up interviews with teachers at a variety of educational institutions in Japan, the Philippines, and eight other countries. Findings from 100 respondents include details regarding the extent and distribution of various behaviors and emotional tendencies gained from quantitative analysis, and additional follow up questions, all conducted online. Numerous strategies for combatting the negative impact of COVID-19 are presented, and a variety of individual responses to this predicament is stressed. The study confirms that COVID-19 is having an unprecedented impact on education, affecting not only students but teachers as well. Thus, the study aims to both assist in alleviating the negative impacts on teachers’ wellbeing and to provide helpful insights that contribute to the body of knowledge on teachers’ coping management of perceived stress and anxiety.

scholarly journals Sufficient therapeutic effect of cryopreserved frozen adipose-derived regenerative cells on burn wounds

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yasuhiko Kaita ◽  
Takehiko Tarui ◽  
Hideaki Yoshino ◽  
Takeaki Matsuda ◽  
Yoshihiro Yamaguchi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Therapeutic Effect ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Type I ◽  
Burn Wound ◽  
Burn Wounds ◽  
Burn Wound Healing ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Regenerative Cells

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to evaluate whether cryopreserved (frozen) adipose-derived regenerative cells (ADRCs) have a therapeutic effect on burn wound healing as well as freshly isolated (fresh) ADRCs.Full thickness burns were created on dorsum of nude mice and burn wound was excised. The wound was covered by artificial dermis with; (i) fresh ADRCs, (ii) frozen ADRCs, and (iii) PBS (control). The assessment for wound healing was performed by morphological, histopathological and immunohistochemical analyses.In vivo analyses exhibited the significant therapeutic effect of frozen ADRCs on burn wound healing up to the similar or higher level of fresh ADRCs. There were significant differences of wound closure, epithelized tissue thickness, and neovascularization between the treatment groups and control group. Although there was no significant difference of therapeutic efficacy between fresh ADRC group and frozen ADRC group, frozen ADRCs improved burn wound healing process in dermal regeneration with increased great type I collagen synthesis compared with fresh ADRCs.These findings indicate that frozen ADRCs allow us to apply not only quickly but also for multiple times, and the cryopreserved ADRCs could therefore be useful for the treatment of burn wounds in clinical settings.

scholarly journals Effects of Kinesio-Taping in Lateral Epicondylitis: A Narrative Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 219-225
Author(s):  
Aloysius Rodrigues ◽  
Saumya Srivastava
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Lateral Epicondylitis ◽  
The Body ◽  
Narrative Review ◽  
Medical Databases ◽  
Kinesio Taping ◽  
Current Review ◽  
Comprehensive Search ◽  
Taping Technique

Aim: The objective of this narrative review was to assess the effects of Kinesio-Taping in Lateral Epicondylitis. Methods: A comprehensive search of already published relevant articles only from medical databases like Google Scholar, PubMed and ScienceDirect was carried out for obtaining the same from the year 2014-2019. Background: Lateral epicondylitis is a familiar musculoskeletal disorder that primarily affects the extensors of the wrist. Kinesio-taping (KT) is a newer generation taping technique that aid's the body’s healing process whilst supporting and giving stability to the muscles and joints without hindering the range of motion of the body. Conclusion: The current review recognises the need for Kinesio-Taping in individuals with Lateral Epicondylitis as it has shown to enhance the functionality of the wrists and reduce pain. Limitations:  More in-depth studies are to be conducted to find out the mechanism behind Kinesio-Taping.

scholarly journals Investigating the Wound Healing Potential of the Polyherbal Gels Prepared with Ficus Extract

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 13-16
Author(s):  
Mahender K ◽  
Ravi D ◽  
Chaitanya Kumar K ◽  
Mothilal K
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Inflammatory Response ◽  
Human Body ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
The Body ◽  
Wound Healing Process ◽  
Aqueous Extracts ◽  
Standard Drug ◽  
Carbopol Gel ◽  
Ficus Benghalensis

Wounds are nothing but any damage to the tissue or skin that can be healed. The wound healing process is usually built in the human body to self heal many wounds. When there is an injury in the body, there is an inflammatory response that is generated in the body, and the cells begin to raise the collagen levels in the skin which enables to increase the healing process. Ficus species of plants are famous for their potency to treat diseases in various Indian systems of medicine and the tree is commonly called as a banyan. Especially the plant in the species benghalensis is used to treat rheumatism, wounds and other skin related problems like an ulcer. The herbal gels were prepared using the incorporation of the aqueous extracts of the plant Ficus benghalensis into carbopol gel. They were investigated for the wound healing potential compared to the betadine drug standard. The gels at a concentration 200mg/g of the gel showed better activity compared to the gel at 100mg/g and the standard drug, betadine.

scholarly journals Preconditioning Enhances the Therapeutic Effects of Mesenchymal Stem Cells on Colitis Through PGE2-Mediated T-Cell Modulation

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (9) ◽  
pp. 1352-1367 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fu Yuan Yang ◽  
Rui Chen ◽  
Xiaohu Zhang ◽  
Biao Huang ◽  
Lai Ling Tsang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
T Cells ◽  
T Cell ◽  
Therapeutic Effect ◽  
T Cell Activation ◽  
Activity Index ◽  
Intraperitoneal Administration ◽  
The Body ◽  
Human Umbilical Cord ◽  
Therapeutic Effects ◽  
Anti Inflammatory

Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC)-based cell therapy has been demonstrated as a promising strategy in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which is considered an immune disease. While the exact mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effect of MSCs are still unclear, MSCs display anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects by interacting with various immunoregulatory cells. Our previous studies have shown that MSCs can be preconditioned and deconditioned with enhanced cell survival, differentiation and migration. In this study, we evaluated the effect of preconditioning on the immunoregulatory function of human umbilical cord-derived MSCs (hUCMSCs) and their therapeutic effect on treating IBD. Our results show that intraperitoneal administration of deconditioned hUCMSCs (De-hUCMSCs) reduces the disease activity index (DAI), histological colitis score and destruction of the epithelial barrier, and increases the body weight recovery more intensively than that of un-manipulated hUCMSCs. In addition, De-hUCMSCs but not hUCMSCs elicit anti-apoptotic effects via induction of the ERK pathway during the early stage of IBD development. In vitro co-culture studies indicate that De-hUCMSCs suppress T-cell proliferation and activation more markedly than hUCMSCs. Moreover, De-hUCMSCs block the induction of inflammatory cytokines such as tumor necrosis factor (TNF)α and interleukin (IL)-2, while promoting the secretion of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10 in T-cells. Mechanically, we find that prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) secretion is significantly increased in De-hUCMSCs, the suppression of which dramatically abrogates the inhibitory effect of De-hUCMSCs on T-cell activation, implying that the crosstalk between De-hUCMSCs and T-cells is mediated by PGE2. Together, we have demonstrated that preconditioning enhances the immunosuppressive and therapeutic effects of hUCMSCs on treating IBD via increased secretion of PGE2.

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