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Hunaid Germanwala

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Hunaid Germanwala, a seasoned digital marketer and content creator at HPFY since 2014, believes in the power of "health is wealth." With an analytical INTP mind, he blends data smarts with creative flair, crafting easy-to-understand content that inspires healthier living. He holds a Master’s degree from Ulm University, Germany. Hunaid's goal? Making complex health information simple and helping everyone achieve their best health.

Snoring

Stop Snoring With These 8 Snoring Remedies That Work

Hunaid Germanwala May 01, 2018

Snoring occurs when air flows through the throat while we breathe in our sleep. It causes the relaxed tissues in our throat to vibrate and cause harsh, irritating snoring sounds. Everyone snores occasionally, and it’s usually not something to worry about.

Pressure Ulcers

Prevention of Bedsores: A Complete Guide

Hunaid Germanwala May 12, 2018

Also known as pressure ulcers, bedsores are injuries that affect the skin as well as the layers underneath. Bedsores occur in patients who are bedridden for a long period or suffer a prolonged pressure over an area of skin for a stretch of time. When the body doesn’t get any movement, it can hinder adequate blood flow to the skin, depriving it of nutrients and oxygen.

Summer Season

8 Tips to Make Summer Time a Fun Time for Your Kids

Hunaid Germanwala May 29, 2018

Summer is knocking the door and kids are excited to head out into the summer sun. These are the carefree times during which kids enjoy outdoor activities, visit the beach or swimming pool and hang around with friends.

Knee Pain

How to Get Rid of Knee Pain Fast?

Hunaid Germanwala Jun 18, 2018

Properly managing the pain and protecting the knee from further injury can make a huge difference in your quality of life.The debilitating knee pain in the biggest joint of the body can literally bring your life to a standstill. It is vital to understand the underlying cause behind the excruciating knee pain and take timely preventive measures in order to stop the knee pain getting worse.

TENS and EMS

How to Use TENS and EMS Units for Pain Management & Muscle Stimulation?

Hunaid Germanwala Jul 07, 2018

TENS is a small, portable and battery-operated machine which is worn on the body. TENS machines send small electronic stimulating pulses across the skin surface and along the nerve strands. This help to ease pain especially in people suffering from painful conditions such as back pain, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, ankle and foot pain, multiple sclerosis and sciatica.

Suction Catheters

How to Choose the Best Suction Catheters?

Hunaid Germanwala Jul 25, 2018

The main purpose of suction catheters is to keep the upper airway clear of secretions and to prevent plugging. There are different types of suction catheters available, such as closed system, open system, yankauer tips, latex red rubber catheters and latex free suction catheters. They are long, flexible tubes that connect to a suction machine or collection canister.

Nebulizer

How To Use A Nebulizer?

Hunaid Germanwala Aug 02, 2018

A nebulizer machine turns liquid medicine into a mist which is then efficiently moved into your lungs. Patients suffering from asthma, COPD, or another respiratory disease commonly use the nebulizer which is also called a breathing treatment or nebulizer treatment. Using nebulizer is an easy and convenient way to breathe the medicine into your lungs.

AFO (Ankle-Foot Orthosis)

How to Treat Foot Drop?

Hunaid Germanwala Aug 16, 2018

Foot drop or drop foot is not a ailment in itself but a sign of underlying nerve damage, muscle damage or skeletal and anatomical abnormality. People suffering from foot drop have difficulty lifting the front part of the foot. The front portion of the foot drags on the ground which makes walking difficult and increases the risk of accidental falls. Foot drop can be both temporary and permanent.

Hemorrhoids

How to Treat Hemorrhoids (Piles) At Home?

Hunaid Germanwala Aug 21, 2018

Hemorrhoids or piles are swollen veins around the anus or at the lower rectum. The condition is similar to varicose veins. Hemorrhoids commonly result from straining during bowel movements or from the increased pressure on anus veins during pregnancy or due to sexual intercourse. Hemorrhoids can be classified as internal hemorrhoids and external hemorrhoids.

Knee Pain

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee) Treatment

Hunaid Germanwala Sep 03, 2018

Persistent knee pain can be due to Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, also known as runner’s knee. It is vital to distinguish it from general knee pain to get the right treatment and combat patellofemoral pain syndrome. Patellofemoral pain occurs in the front of knee joint. A study performed in 2016 revealed that patellofemoral pain is fairly common and accounts for 25% of all knee-related injuries.

Diabetes

How to Manage Diabetes Symptoms with the Right Medical Supplies?

Hunaid Germanwala Oct 08, 2018

Diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease which impairs the body’s ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin. It is characterized by high glucose level in the blood and abnormal carbohydrate metabolism. Patients suffer from diabetes due to inadequate insulin production or due to inability of blood cells to respond properly to insulin, or both.

Living through Pandemic

Demystifying the Lifespan of the Coronavirus

Hunaid Germanwala Apr 08, 2020

It is a known fact that the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) mainly spreads from person to person. According to WHO, the Coronavirus can prevail for several hours to days on surfaces you touch frequently. Therefore, apart from social distancing you need to keep surfaces in your home disinfected.