Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

System of medicine based on the idea that many diseases are due to displacement of connective tissues (e.g., ligaments, tendons) and that manipulation of these tissues will bring relief. A system of gentle therapeutic manipulations of the skeletal system, the ligaments, muscles, and other connective tissues; a form of applied kinesiology. Naprapathy is based on…

Toxic condition caused by ingestion or inhalation of naphthalene and related compounds, commonly found in mothballs and some agricultural insecticides; symptoms include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, muscle spasm, and convulsions.  

Vasoconstrictor used in eye-drops and nasal sprays to treat eye irritation and nasal congestion. Adverse effects arise from systemic absorption and include sedation and cardiovascular effects. A drug that constricts small blood vessels and is used to relieve congestion in rhinitis and sinusitis. It is administered as nasal drops and may cause slight irritation.  

Area just below the bump (occiput) at the back of the head.  

Condition in which one or both eyes are abnormally small, but other eye defects are not present.  

Abnormal smallness, dwarfism.  

Antibiotic used to treat infections caused by penicillin-resistant strains of staphylococci. Adverse effects include allergic reactions and gastrointestinal upsets.  

Beta blocking agent used to treat hypertension and angina. Adverse effects include cardiac arrhythmias, gastrointestinal disturbances, and allergic reactions. Nadolol is a beta-blocker medication employed in managing hypertension (high blood pressure), angina pectoris (chest pain arising from inadequate blood flow to the heart muscle), and specific forms of arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats). Additionally, nadolol is utilized…