Spinal stenosis involves constriction or narrowing of the spinal canal. Due to the normal aging process, the wear and tear on the spine can result to the hardening of the soft tissues or increased bone growth that can narrow down the space in the vertebra close to the spinal cord. Always bear in mind that […]
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Bone spurs are triggered by excess bone growth and can exist for years without even triggering any symptoms. In such cases, no treatment is required. On the other hand, they can rub on the neighboring tissues, muscles and nerves, thus resulting to pain and swelling. In case a bone spur develops close to the Achilles
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Neurogenic occurs when there is damage to the central nervous, which is composed of the brain and the spinal cord, resulting to damage in the nerves of the autonomic nervous system (elsewhere in the body). It is considered to be a type of distributive shock, a type of shock that is caused by the poor
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Facial fractures are described as breaks in any of the bones that form the face. These include the lower jaw or mandible, maxilla that comprises the upper jaw, nose and the cheeks or zygomatic bones. Symptoms of facial fractures The symptoms tend to vary depending on the severity and location, but typically include abrupt pain,
If you have not heard about hammer toe before, it is described as a condition in which one or several of the smaller toes are bent in an upward manner. Take note that the toe can be straightened out but if the condition is ignored, it will become a permanent deformity that can be quite
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Tarsal coalition is described as the abnormal connection of two or more bones in the foot. The bones typically affected are the tarsal bones that are situated at the back part of the foot and in the heel. The connection of the bones can result to a severe, stiff flatfoot. Even though this condition is
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The tibia is one of the commonly fractured bones in the body. The long bones include the femur, tibia, humerus and fibula. A tibial shaft fracture typically occurs along the length of the bone, below the knee and above the ankle. Since it requires a strong force to break a long bone, other injuries are
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Elbow instability is basically slackness in the joint that can instigate the joint to pop, catch or slide out of its position during certain arm movements. It most often occurs as a result of an injury, usually elbow dislocation. It is important to note that this type of injury can damage the ligaments and bones
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The forearm is comprised of two bones – radius and ulna. In most cases of forearm fractures among adults, the two bones are damaged. Fractures on the forearm can transpire close to the wrist at the distal part of the bone, in the central part of the forearm or close to the elbow at the
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Osteoporosis involves the weakening of the bones that can later on lead to fractures that usually occur in the hips, wrists and the spine. It is estimated that women over 50 years old are likely to end up with this debilitating condition and most can experience a bone fracture. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRSy_XGSGDI There are prescription medications that
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