Global Top 10 Drug Delivery Technologies Market (2008 2015)The increasing demand for effective delivery of novel biopharmaceuticals is driving the growth of the global top 10 drug delivery technologies market. Further, patent expirations of drugs is also boosting market growth. The global top 10 drug delivery technologies market is expected to grow from $43.8 billion in 2009 to $81.5 billion in 2015, at an estimated CAGR of 11% from 2010 to...more
Alternative medicine is defined by the scientific community as any system dedicated to improving health that doesnt follow or subscribe to the tenets of traditional western medicine. In more recent times, practitioners of this branch of medicine prefer to be categorized under the label complimentary rather than alternative. The National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) has codified a formal classification system for their...more
The alternative healing world is filled with a plethora of wildly differing, sometimes contradictory, philosophies and treatments. Some like acupuncture and meditation have roots in ancient civilizations, while others, such as energy field manipulation are relatively new. However, any medication that you are told to take all fall under the National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicines Biologically-based practices division.Any fruit, root, oil, nut, vegetable, leaf, vitamin or mineral that is marketed to improve a certain harmful or detrimental condition is an alternative medicine. Usually stacked under the food or dietary supplement section of your local grocery, these are substances that aim to help people through non-traditional, naturally occurring remedies.The major criticism of western medicine against these supplements is their general lack of laboratory backed published literature. Conventional doctors only trust medical claims that have had their research peer-reviewed. They believe that their evidence-based approach is the only legitimate avenue of learning. Adherents to these substances are thought to run the gamut from the simply misguided to exploitive...more
Different Types Of Medical Diagnostic Products Do you think only doctors use medical diagnostic products in their clinics and hospitals? As people are becoming more health conscious than ever before, the basic diagnostic products have included themselves in the first aid box of almost every household. Thermometers, blood pressure monitors...more
Prevent Infection With Medical Disposable Supplies According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 1.7 million infection cases are found in American hospitals, leading to 99,000 deaths each year. Of these, 22% of the infections are surgical site infections. Medical professionals are looking for means to reduce these...more
Orthopedic Medical Supplies For Musculoskeletal Disorders According to a survey conducted by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), orthopedic diseases cost the United States nearly $850 billion per year. The same study reported that musculoskeletal system disorders were the reason of 132 million physician visits in 2006. With the evolvement of medical technology, a wide range of orthopedic medical supplies have hit the market to protect you from any kind of musculoskeletal disorders. Types of Orthopedic Medical Supplies Orthopedic medical equipment is designed to help with musculoskeletal disorders pertaining to contracture, discomfort and pain in the bones, joints, muscles, nerves and ligaments. The various kinds of orthopedic medical supplies include: 1.Exercise equipment, such as treadmill, band cap, pedal exerciser, exercise skates and shoulder ladder 2.Hot and cold packs for bone therapy 3.Massagers and heating pads 4.Foam filled mats 5.Adjustable height staircases 6.Triangular bandages 7.Splints, braces and belts 8.Protectors for heel, elbow, arm and leg Some of these devices are custom made for the individual to ensure proper fit and comfort. However,...more
5 Benefits of Holistic Medicine Treatment Holistic medicine is a comprehensive health care system that fosters overall health of a body including physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual well-being. It is a branch of complementary...more
What are the Key features of Medical Billing and Coding Certification? We live in a time where the so called "baby boom" generation is getting to the upper age bracket. In the US alone there are nearly eighty million adults who belong in this...more
Medical Assistant Resume Template Should be Properly Accomplished Your resume is your first step into your job. One wrong step- or badly written resume- could cost you the job. And for this reason, it is always recommended to take...more
Autism Treatment – Why it is important to take a biomedical approach Let's talk a little bit about the reasons why I believe it is critical to do a biomedical intervention if your child has Autism. The biggest reason that I feel it is so...more
How to Become an Emergency Medical Technician - Some Useful Insight Into an Adventurous Career Are you interested in making a career in healthcare and have a strong stomach when it comes to blood and trauma injuries? If these criteria apply to...more
How to Become a Medical Lab Technician - Advancing Your Career in the Right Direction Have you ever dreamed about being a Medical Lab Technician? Do you find experimenting with different blood and tissue samples fascinating? Well, here is a...more