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Muscles & Bones & Joints Diseases : Health & Medical
The Causes and Cures of Nail Fungus
Nail Fungus infections can appear for a variety of reasons, but the most likely is from wet or damp feet for a prolonged period, or working at a job where your hands may be in water much of the time, such as a cook or cleaner. The fungus gets underneath nails and there are some things you can do to
Fracture Menu
Find information about fracture types listed by body part. Look up your broken bone for more information about the fracture and treatment.
Effects of Commercial Footwear on Pain, Disability in Gout
Can proper footwear effectively reduce pain and disability in gout patients?
How to Get Rid of Swollen Ankles
Swollen ankles are caused by a number of factors, including standing up for too long, pregnancy, injury to the area or simply being overweight. Generally, swelling is due to a buildup of fluid somewhere near the ankles. Luckily, they can be treated in several different ways, including exercise and e
Breast and Shoulder Pain
Large-breasted women sometimes experience breast pain due to the weight and size of their breasts, says the Mayo Clinic. This is usually accompanied by pain in the shoulders, neck and back and can be relieved with a proper-fitting bra or surgery in more extreme cases.
How to Gain Muscle & Size
When it comes to maintaining health and wellness, there is always a suitable solution, especially when you are looking not only to lose weight but also gain muscle and size. While it may seem daunting for those who have yet to find out just how to go about the process, take heart in knowing that it
Malocclusion Pain
The alignment of your teeth and the manner in which the upper and lower teeth fit together is referred to as occlusion. The upper teeth should fit slightly over the lower teeth, with each molar fitting into the grooves of its opposite on the other jaw. With proper occlusion, the lips and cheeks ar
5 Cheap Ways To Get Rid Of Foot Warts
Foot warts are caused by a skin virus, human papillomavirus (HPV), that infects the body through a break or crack in the skin. Foot warts are particularly painful as they form a thick callus that receives constant pressure with walking. Plantar warts often develop beneath pressure points in your fee
Life Satisfaction Linked to Bone Health in Older Women
Good spirits may be as important as lifestyle habits, researchers say
The Cause, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention of Achilles Tendon Injuries
Some of the most common sports injuries are those that involve the Achilles tendon. It is the longest tendon in a human's body where it extends from the heel all the way up to the calf muscles. It transfers the movement of calf muscles to the foot thus making it very important in leg movements
Seaweed for Treatment of Osteoporosis
The regular consumption of seaweeds, also known as sea vegetables, can greatly reduce your chances of getting osteoporosis, which is considered a preventable lifestyle disease. Seaweed is unusually high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that protect against degenerative diseases. According to O
How Foot Detox Pads Can Help Your Health
In today's world there are many things that are constantly causing our bodies to take in toxins. Some of these toxin producers include: chemicals and fertilizer that is used to grow the food that we eat, chemicals in household cleaning items, pollutants from the cars we drive, and many other th
How to See Inside the Wrist Joint
Arthroscopic surgery is a treatment option for some causes of wrist pain. Wrist arthroscopy may not be an effective treatment for all causes of pain.
What Are the Treatments for a Torn Gastrocnemius Muscle?
Calf injuries are not uncommon, particularly among athletes and active individuals. The calves take a great deal of stress in any activity involving running, sprinting and agility-based movements. Calf strains and tears are common and can be treated with a standard regimen if not fully ruptured.
Adverse Events After Manual Therapy for Neck, Back Pain
A new study takes a look at the occurrence of adverse events after manual treatment for neck or back pain. Which are the most common?
What Can You Do to Repair Jumper's Knee or Patella Tendonitis?
Like other types of tendinitis, patellar tendinitis may start as pain that presents when activity starts or ends and progress to a constant ache that lasts all day and makes sleep difficult at night. Tendinitis is inflammation of the tendons, usually caused by strain. Athletic activity involving t
The Next Big Thing in Orthopedics Will Be...
Wondering what is next around the corner? Here are the top orthopedic innovations that are coming over the next decade.
Approach to Pathologic Fractures in Children
Learn more on the most common tumors associated with pathological fractures in children and choosing an appropriate course of treatment.
Are Outcomes After TKA Worsening Over Time?
A new study investigates how the functional and pain outcomes in patients who underwent primary TKA have changed over time.
Should You Have a Bunionectomy?
Are you wondering if you should have a bunionectomy? The points noted in this short article will help you decide what to do.