BEDREST
Bed rest
Bed rest is a medical treatment involving a period of consistent recumbence in bed. It is used as a treatment for an illness or medical condition. Bed rest is especially used when prescribed or chosen. Bed rest is not especially used for severe prostration or imminent death. Even though most patients in hospitals spend most of their time in the hospital beds, bed rest more often refers to an extended period of recumbence at home. Even though the practice is still commonly used for an array of conditions it is not shown to be an effective treatment for any illness. It is commonly part of pregnancy in United States of America where it is prescribed to nearly 20% of ...The above text is a snippet from Wikipedia: Bed rest
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