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Muscles & Bones & Joints Diseases : Health & Medical
Using An Emollient Cream
Emollients are moisturising creams often used to treat dry skin complaints such as eczema and psoriasis. With modern living, the natural oils in our skin can be washed away with soaps and shower gels and this can cause your skin to dry out or lead to skin irritations.
How to Get Rid of Rashes On The Foot
There are several causes of foot rash; your feet may suffer from eczema as the result of an allergic reaction. Foot rash can also be a result of a fungal infection like athlete's foot. To decide on the right treatment for the rash it is important to determine the cause of the condition.
Procedures for a Wrist Tendon Release
Surgery is usually performed for tendon release after conservative treatment has failed.A hand image by Gryte from Fotolia.comThe wrist has multiple tendons enclosed in sheaths that run under tight bands and in various compartments. The tendons can swell and become inflamed with daily...
Lower Hamstring Extensibility in Men Compared to Women
How does hamstring extensibility differ between men and women, and what role does stretch tolerance play?
What Is Gout?
Gout is a painful arthritis resulting from uric acid crystal deposits on the joints. Uric acid, a by-product of metabolism, is filtered out of the blood by the kidneys and eliminated in the urine. If the kidneys are damaged or the body produces more uric acid than can be filtered by the kidneys, the
Epidural Injections for a Bulging Disc
Epidural injections can help ease pain and reduce inflammation caused by a bulging disc. The medicine given in an epidural injection can include steroids, anti-inflammatory medication and anesthetics.
Sciatica & Hip Pain
Sciatica is a very painful condition that cause causes pain and numbness in one or both hips. This pain can radiate into the buttocks and to one or both legs extending to the knee or to the ankle.
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.
Validating an Advanced Practice Physiotherapy Model of Care
How does patient assessment by physiotherapists in advanced practice roles compare with that of orthopaedic surgeons?
Know the Treatment of Toe Nail Fungus
Toe nail fungus is highly infectious disease which occurs on nails and toes of your body. It is caused by fungus Trichophyton rubrum. It spread very fast and generally affects old age people rather than children.
Foot Problems in Newborns & Babies
Foot deformities are the most common type of deformity detected in newborns. Babies are often noted to have different types of foot deformities. Depending on the cause of the abnormal appearing foot, treatment may range from simple observation to surgical intervention.
Adynamic Bone Disease
Adynamic bone disease reduces bone strength and the body's ability to utilize calcium effectively. Victims of the condition may suffer from increased susceptibility to fractures and nonhealing of many bone problems. However, some cases of adynamic bone disease have little to no effect on a patient a
Intraoperative Epidural Steroids in Lumbar Discectomy
Are intraoperative epidural steroids an effective means of reducing pain in patients who underwent lumbar discectomy?
Types of Osteoporosis
WebMD explains the different types of osteoporosis, including risks and prevention.
Build Stronger Bones With Exercise
WebMD describes exercises that can help you build up your bones if you have osteoporosis.
How to Prevent Osteolysis of the Total Hip
Osteolysis refers to the weakening or deterioration of the bone as a result of a total hip-replacement procedure. The metal head of the hip stem rubs against the polyethylene cup in the hip socket resulting in wear and tear. Small particles break off into the body, provoking the body's immune system
Discover Dry Cracked Heels Home Remedy Treatments the Natural Way
Since the dawn of man, people were probably coming up with dry cracked heels home remedy treatments, to heal their worn down feet of the ailments that frequently plague them. Feet are a natural part of the body, and there are natural ways to take care of them.
Avoiding Toenail Fungus
You don't want to develop toenail fungus. Not only will it make your toenails ugly, it's also painful. While it's treatable, it's better not to get it in the first place.
Spinal Decompression Therapy Vs Surgery
Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical spinal rehabilitation program that uses medical technology, approved by the Federal Drug Administration, to stretch the spine and decompress the spinal discs. This therapy has been effective in separating vertebrae from each other and, as a result, in e