The Mechanical and Inflammatory Low Back Pain (MIL) Index
How effective is this new tool in distinguishing between mechanical and inflammatory low back pain?
Category : Muscles & Bones & Joints Diseases : Health & Medical
Strength-Training Exercises for a Surgically Repaired Rotator Cuff
Many active people will sustain a rotator cuff injury at some point in life. The rotator cuff becomes inflamed and tears easily, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Such activities as throwing a ball and repeatedly reaching overhead can cause rotator cuff damage that must be surg
Exercises for an Inflamed Knee
Inflammation of the knee can be caused by a number of reasons, including trauma or injury, the onset of arthritis, osteoporosis, or bursitis. Common symptoms of knee inflammation include tenderness, swelling and a warm feeling around the knee area. Although the pain may range from slight to mild dis
How to Train Fibromyalgia Clients
Fibromyalgia clients need instruction on the techniques that can help manage their pain. Tangible tasks that make the daily frustrations of the condition easier to comprehend, while setting up a daily regime that is flexible, are optimal. Allowing an open mind that trains one's body for future and
Self Therapy for Wrist Pain
Wrist pain is typically caused by an injury. Common conditions linked to wrist pain include sprains, tears, fractures, strain, tendonitis and carpal tunnel. Arthritis sufferers may also suffer from wrist pain. Along with medical treatment recommended by your doctor, you can turn to some home remedie
Smoking and Primary Total Hip or Knee Replacement Due to OA
Is there a relationship between smoking and risk of total joint replacement due to OA? The authors investigate the issue in elderly individuals.
Rejection Symptoms of Metal Hip Replacements
Having hip replacement surgery (total hip arthroplasty) can relieve pain and possibly enable an individual to resume everyday activities without difficulty. But hip surgery isn't without potential problems, one of which can be the body's rejection of the hip replacement. This can produce symptoms of
The SSPANLI Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol
SSPANLI aims to promote physical activity and nutritional education in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. Read on to learn more.
Fixation and Augmentation of Incomplete Burst Fractures
Learn about the biomechanical effects of different treatment options for incomplete osteoporotic burst fractures.
Homeopathic Remedy for Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative disc disease is technically not a disease at all, but a way to describe changes in the spinal discs that separate the vertebrae in the spine. Degenerative disc disease should be diagnosed and treated by a medical doctor, but some people turn to homeopathic remedies to help relieve their
How to Prevent Cold Feet - 5 Essential Tips
Cold feet have been the subject of many a tale of disturbed nights sleep. Who hasn't heard the cry 'your feet are freezing' from a partner as we slip into bed?
Foot Drop Symptoms & Broken Leg
According to the Mayo Clinic, foot drop is a condition that results from weak or paralyzed muscles below the knee, rendering them unable to lift the front part of the foot. Specific causes vary, including a type of bone fracture. Anyone experiencing the symptoms of foot drop should contact a doctor
Shoulder Hemiarthroplasty
A shoulder hemiarthroplasty is a surgical procedure to replace half of the shoulder joint. Compared to a total shoulder replacement, where the ball and socket of the joint are replaced, a shoulder hemiarthroplasty is used to replace only the ball of the joint.
How to Stop Calcium Deposits
Calcium deposits are your body's way of telling you that you need to bone up on some calcium and that your current resources are depleted. They can also be related to vitamin D toxicity, magnesium deficiency or a vitamin K deficiency. They can occur in all parts of the body and start off soft but gr
5 Powerful Nail Fungus Remedies to Eliminate Nail Fungus for Good
Thick, yellow, brittle nails. I'm talking about toenail fungus. It's a royal pain and in this article I'm going to reveal some powerful remedies to eliminate it.
Osteoporosis of the Hip Symptoms
Osteoporosis is a disease that causes thin and weak bones. It is generally an age-related disease. Osteoporosis is nicknamed the "silent disease" by many because it sneaks in quietly and the damage is not always immediately obvious.
Common Feet Problems For Runners
Foot problem can be very severe at times especially conditions like Tarsal tunnel-syndrome can really difficult. Runners especially the ones who are professional runners may experience Tarsal tunnel syndrome which is caused when abnormal pressure is experienced by the tibial nerve. Those who suffer
Activity Restrictions for a Bulging Disc
Avoid any strenuous jumping or flexing immediately after suffering a bulging disc.Keith Brofsky/Photodisc/Getty ImagesA bulging disc, also called a ruptured or herniated disc, occurs during spinal strain, forcing the disc against one or several spinal cord nerves and causing lower back...
Knee Flexion Characteristics Alter With the Onset of Knee OA
The authors compare gait characteristics between those with and without knee OA. How do they differ?
Preventing Osteoporosis: 9 Questions and Answers
Get answers to some of your most common questions about osteoporosis and bone health.