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How Does Taping a Sprained Ankle Help It Heal?
A Common InjuryA sprained ankle is an injury common among both athletes and nonathletes. While children and adults can be injured while participating in sports and other physical activities, you can sprain your ankle simply by stepping down onto an uneven surface.Damage to LigamentsThe...
What Are the Causes of Ankle Edema?
Swollen ankles are caused by an abnormal buildup or fluid retention between the body's cells. The swelling can progress slowly, over time, before it is noticeable. Then the swelling will first occur in the morning and continue to worsen as the day progresses. People with long-term edema experience p
Role of ATP in Muscles in Polymyositis
Polymyositis is a relatively rare condition that affects the connective tissues of the muscles. It especially attacks the skeletal muscles of the body that control movement. Adenosine triphosphate, better known as ATP, is a molecule that carries energy to the muscles.
How to Treat Pilonidal Cysts
A pilonidal cyst, or pocket with pieces of hair and skin inside, forms at the base of the tailbone, between the buttocks. Men are more prone to pilonidal cysts than women are, with most cases occurring between the ages of 15 and 24. It is thought pilonidal cysts are caused by ingrown hairs or repeat
Shoulder Calcific Tendinitis Vs. Bursitis
Calcific tendonitis is inflammation and pain caused by calcium deposits in a muscle tendon. Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that acts as cushioning around joints. Both conditions can occur in the shoulder.
Symptoms of Bilateral Sciatica
Bilateral sciatica is a rare and painful condition that should be reported to a physician immediately. Diagnosis of the condition can be done during a physical exam and the results of an imaging test such as an MRI, CT scan or X-ray. The that the condition goes untreated, the more there is a chance
Pulled Thigh Muscle Treatment
The thigh, or quadriceps, are one of the most powerful muscles in the body, so injuries to this muscle can be very painful and debilitating. However, with proper care, an individual can recover and return to prior activities without re-aggravating or re-injuring the area. A successful recovery plan
Therapy for a Sprained Ankle
A sprained ankle is the stretching -- and in severe cases, tearing -- of the ligaments around the ankle. A sprain most often occurs when the ankle rolls inward, but it can also occur when the ankle rolls outward. Before beginning any therapy for a sprained ankle, make sure that the injury is actuall
When a Jammed Finger Doesn't Look Right
A Boutonniere deformity is a finger injury that occurs as a result of tendon damage often from a jammed finger.
Knee Injury Diagnosis
The purpose of the knee is to allow the legs to flex and extend so that the body can perform certain activities such as walking, kicking, running, standing and sitting. Every part of the knee is important. There are several ways to injure the knee, such as overuse of the knee without allowing adequa
What Is a Cortizone Shot Used For?
Cortisone is a catch-all name given to a family of medications and injections that are given to reduce inflammation in the body known as "cortico-steroids." These substances are produced naturally in the body, mainly in the adrenal glands, but occasionally, the need for a concentration higher than t
Fosamax and Jaw Problems: Osteonecrosis
Millions of people treated for bone diseases such as osteoporosis may be at risk for developing a potentially serious jawbone condition that seems to be triggered by having teeth pulled.
Why Does My Achilles Tendon Hurt?
The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It is located in the heel, where the heel and the calf bone connect, and is named after a Greek mythological character Achilles whose only spot of vulnerability was in his heel. The Achilles tendon can withstand up to 1,000 pounds of force, but
Herbal Cures for Leg Cramps
Leg cramps are painful contractions of the leg muscles. Dehydration, fatigue, intense exercise, electrolyte imbalances and certain medications and illnesses can all cause leg cramps. Herbal cures for leg cramps are generally either antispasmodics, which work to prevent the involuntary muscle spasms
Wrist Fracture Complications
Wrist fractures are occasionally misdiagnosed as simple sprains or are not treated at all. An untreated or severe fracture can lead to several complications later in life.
Walking Boots
Tom Brady, Super Bowl bound quarterback for the New England Patriots, has made the walking boot a famous sight. What is a walking boot?
The Symptoms of Low Humidity in an Office
Proper humidity levels in the air increase comfort for people in offices and buildings. The standards for humidity levels in office buildings range from 20 percent to 60 percent, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. People and machines function best when the building is neither too
Taping Techniques for the Hamstring
The use of tape is common in sports medicine as it can be used to compress and support injured muscles and the surrounding areas to prevent re-injury. A strain or contusion to the hamstring requires a taping technique that is simple and fairly fast. You will need specific materials, but the process
Fibromyalgia Light Treatment
Fibromyalgia, a life-changing, often debilitating illness remains a medical mystery. This illness fails to provide any diagnostic markers and is recognized only by its symptoms of chronic muscle and tendon pain accompanied by fatigue and lethargy. According to Mayo Clinic this condition is much more