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Pregabalin is a medication that is used to treat nerve pain caused by conditions such as diabetes or shingles. It is also used to treat seizures and anxiety. Pregabalin works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause pain. It comes in the form of capsules or an oral solution. The most common side effects are dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Research has shown that pregabalin is effective in reducing pain caused by nerve damage and improving sleep quality.
The iliacus muscle is a flat, triangular muscle located in the iliac fossa and is part of the iliopsoas muscle group. It functions to flex and externally rotate the femur, and helps maintain proper body posture when combined with the psoas muscle. The iliacus muscle can become tight or injured with sports that involve frequent hip flexion, sitting for prolonged periods, or developing trigger points that refer pain to other areas of the body like the groin or down the leg. It is considered one of the strongest hip flexors in the body when combined with the psoas muscle.
The gut axis, also known as the gut-brain axis (GBA), refers to the bidirectional communication between the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the central nervous system (CNS), linking emotional and cognitive centers with peripheral intestinal functions and mechanisms. This communication occurs through different pathways involving the autonomic nervous system, the enteric nervous system, the neuroendocrine system, and the immune system. The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in the gut axis, as the interaction between microbiota and host supports the synergy between both systems. The gut axis is still being studied, but it is a real phenomenon that has revolutionized medicine's understanding of the links between digestion, mood, and overall health. Certain foods have been shown to support the gut axis, including those rich in fiber and prebiotics. The understanding of the gut axis has implications for various fields of medicine, including neurology, gastroenterology, and psychiatry.
