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Muscles & Bones & Joints Diseases : Health & Medical
Effects of Exercise and Manual Therapy in People With Osteoporotic Vertebral Fracture
The results of this study support the benefits of exercise and manual therapy in the clinical management of patients with osteoporotic vertebral fractures.
The Corn on Your Foot
It may come as no surprise to you to learn that corns on the feet get their name because of their resemblance to kernels of corn (kernels that have somehow landed and gotten stuck on your toes). Corns, like calluses, are caused by pressure on the skin, usually from too-tight shoes, foot deformities,
Trends in Digital Replantation
What are the newest trends in replantation and revascularization of amputated hands and digits?
How to Do a Headstand Yoga-Style
A headstand strengthens the arms, warms the body, improves digestion, assists with sleeping and brings up plenty of fear to be faced. As such, the headstand is one of the most beneficial poses in yoga. A headstand can also be dangerous, since weight the weight of the body is coming down on the head.
Toddler Leg Pain
Leg pain in a toddler can be indicative of many different conditions, all of which have similar symptoms. It is important that any sudden problems with a toddler's leg be evaluated by a doctor as soon as possible to minimize permanent damage.
How to Compare Knee Braces
With so many types of knee braces on the market you may wonder how to choose one. Knee braces come in many styles and serve different purposes. Some are designed as protection during contact sports, while others provide support once injury has occurred. Some are for arthritic patients and used every
4 Different Foot Problems That Powerstep Orthotic Insoles Can Help
In this article we are going to discuss how customized orthotic insoles are used for various foot problems. Below are four common problems that this insole can treat.
Stretches for Shins
It takes only a little anatomical knowledge to understand how critical it is to keep your calves and shins in good shape if you want to avoid injury. Anyone who runs on hard surfaces, trains in worn-out shoes, rapidly increases mileage or neglects stretching and strengthening the lower leg is at ris
Is it Dangerous to Donate Bone Marrow?
Bone marrow donation involves allowing doctors to remove a small amount of bone marrow for transplant into another person. Bone marrow transplants can treat diseases such as leukemia and lymphoma. Like any surgical procedure, bone marrow removal has certain risks, although serious effects are relati
Swollen Ankles With Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is caused by bacteria that is spread by tick bites and leads to inflammation from the bacterial infection. Inflammation, also known as swelling, may develop in a patient's ankles or other joints.
What Is a Rocker Shoe?
There are so many types of shoes on the market. One of the most popular as of late is something called a rocker. So what is it?
How to Avoid Foot Pain in High Heel Shoes
Women like to wear high heel shoes because they make them taller or some believe it lets them show off their butts by making it stick out a little more. No matter the reason you wear high heel shoes you really need to take care of your feet.
Shoulder Surgery Problems
If you need shoulder surgery, you'll be given two options. You will either elect to have an open surgical procedure or an arthroscopic procedure. The open surgical procedure is done via a small incision, while an arthroscopy is done through a pencil-thin device inserted into a small incision. No mat
Thrombocytosis After Hip and Knee Surgery
Is thrombocytosis after major joint surgery associated with higher rates of DVT and worse outcomes? This new study investigates.
Black Toenail Causes and Treatments You Can Depend On
Black toenail causes can be hard to pinpoint but many people suffer from the condition. Here are a few things that may cause black toenail.
What to Expect Following Hip Replacement Surgery
After hip replacement surgery patients can expect weeks of medication, adherence to specific physician instructions, gradual return to activity and months of physical therapy. The need for pain medications will decrease and eventually the patient will have restored mobility and be relieved of pain.
Definition of Knee Arthroplasty
Knee arthroplasty, also known as knee replacement surgery, is one of the largest and most complex operations an orthopedic doctor can perform. It involves a large incision down to the bone, the cutting and removal of large sections of living bone, the removal of the entire knee joint, and the placin
What Are the Causes of Subtalar Joint Pronation?
The subtalar joint links the foot's motion with motion of other lower extremity joints. Pronation of the joint is when, during walking, the joint itself goes in a down and outward direction, the heel goes inward and other joints rotate unnaturally.
Animal & Plant Cell Functions
All living organisms on our planet are comprised of the microscopic building blocks of life called cells. A cell is the smallest unit of an organism that can carry on the activities of life. These activities include maintaining homeostasis, regulating metabolism, reproduction and heredity. Cells are
Osteonecrosis Treatment
Osteonecrosis is a condition in which the bones die and collapse because they lose their blood supply. When this happens, it causes arthritis and pain. The cause of osteonecrosis is unknown, but risk factors include disease such as arthritis and cancer, and long-term steroid use and joint injuries.