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How to Sleep in a Knee Brace
When suffering from a sports injury or recovering from a knee surgery, many people find it useful to wear a knee brace while sleeping to reduce the risk of further injury. While you should always ask your doctor if she has any special instructions that will speed your recovery, there are a few basic
Hip Problems Caused by Spinal Misalignment
Spinal misalignment can cause problems all over the body.spine x-ray image by Julianna Olah from Fotolia.comMost people think that spinal misalignment will just cause pain in the neck or back, but it can actually cause problems all over the body. The spinal cord is merely an extension of...
Non Surgery Back Remedies for a Herniated Disc
Vertebral discs are fluid-filled pads that sit between the bones of the spine (vertebrae) and cushion them during sudden shocks and everyday activity. When one of these discs ruptures (herniates), its soft interior leaks out through its fibrous outer layer, leading in some cases to abnormal pressure
Knee Replacement & Post Surgical Rehab Exercises
Knee replacement surgery is a procedure that requires the removal of damaged cartilage and bone from the kneecap, thighbone and shinbone, and the implantation of an artificial or prosthetic joint. The surgery is often done to help improve leg function and eliminate pain in knee joints that have succ
Dental X-Rays May Warn of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis screening may be helped by dental X-rays, British dental experts report.
Non-Surgical Treatment for a C-5 Herniated Disc
Herniated discs can happen in any part of your spine and cause pain, stiffness and difficulty moving. In severe cases, surgery might be your only recourse to find relief. Before performing surgery, your doctor might recommend an array of non-surgical treatment options that can provide relief for the
Leg Pain Treatments
Leg pain can have several causes, including illness, disease and injury. There are different ways you can treat leg pain, and the cause of the pain will determine which treatments may be best for you. What may work for one person may not work for you. Your doctor may try a combination of treatments.
Patellar Bursitis Symptoms
Patellar bursitis, also known as prepatellar or kneecap bursitis, is inflammation of the small bursa that is located on the front of the kneecap. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), this condition is most common in people who spend a lot of time kneeling, like plumbers
How to Choose a Knee Brace
You can purchase a knee brace at a large retailer like Target, Wal-Mart and Rite Aid. Your physician and local pharmacy may also offer a variety of knee braces. When shopping for a knee brace, your first consideration must be the type of injury or inflammation you will be treating. While self-diagno
Osteoporosis Prevention Should Target All -- Young and Old
An osteoporosis consensus committee sponsored by the NIH recommended Wednesday that doctors and patients focus on preventing the bone disease early in life and among all patient groups, even though many of those with the disease are older women.
Alternative Osteoporosis Treatment
Osteoporosis is marked by porous and easily broken bones. This condition can affect both genders but most cases occur in women past menopause. The bones become weak and brittle and can fracture easily due to a loss of minerals such as calcium, lowered estrogen levels and slower regeneration of new,
Sciatica Nerve Problems
Sciatica derives its name from the sciatic nerve, which is located along a path from your spine, to your hip area and going down the back of each of your legs. Sciatica is a symptom of pain that is caused by another condition and it is localized along the sciatic nerve path. The first step in treati
Calf-Strain Treatment
With several different types of muscle injury, muscle strains are the most common. Strains occur when excessive force is placed on the muscle. Strain injuries happen as a result of tearing of muscle fibers near the muscle-tendon junction. Fortunately, most strains are treatable and full recovery is
Prognosis After Surgery for Shoulder Dislocation
A shoulder dislocation is a serious injury that may require surgery. While recovery may take several months, the probability of returning to full health is high.
What Is the Rotator Cuff?
The rotator cuff is a group of four tendons that surround the shoulder joint. Often called the
How to Repair Stretched Ear Lobes
Ear lobes can be stretched deliberately or otherwise. As a fashion and cultural practice it has been done for thousands of years. Wearing heavy earrings over a long period of time, or using large-gauge earrings that progressively widen the holes until they are large, are two common causes. Ear lobes
Posterior Muscle Chain Activity During Extension Exercises
This study evaluates muscle activity levels during various extensions exercises in patients with low back pain.
Basics Of Treating Hard Skin On The Feet
Foot treatment for hard skin is a matter of prevention. Hard skin forming on our feet is a common condition that appears on most adult feet. When hardened skin is treated right as soon as it appears, hard skin happens to be more unattractive than being uncomfortable or painful.
How to Define an Endothelial Cell
An endothelial cell, known as the tunica intima, is a single layer of scaly epithelial cells called endothelium that lines the inner surface of the entire circulatory system. The endothelium has the dual ability of allowing blood to flow freely over cell surfaces while also allowing white blood cell