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Metastatic Spinal Epidural Disease
In patients with cancer, approximately 40 percent have metastatic spinal epidural disease. This is a condition in which the spinal cord is compressed and there is potential neurological involvement. Although this does not happen in all cases of cancer, there is significant risk when the cancer has m
Osteoporosis Basics
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of osteopenia and osteoporosis, both chronic bone-loss conditions.
Characteristics for Describing Patients With Knee OA
A survey of clinical experts identifies the baseline characteristics to appropriately describe patients with knee OA.
Outward Signs of Kyphosis in Children
Kyphosis is a condition in which there is a noticeable curvature of the spine in the upper back. It gives the appearance of what is often referred to as a hunched back. This can result from Scheuermann disease, which may deform the vertebrae; from a congenital defect; or simply from years of poor po
Non-Surgical Treatments of Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is a condition in which there is too much pressure on the nerves surrounding the spinal cord. The pressure on the nerves may be caused by a breakdown of the spine associated with arthritis, aging or degenerative disk disease. Stenosis occurs most frequently in Americans 60 years of a
How to Heal Tendon Lacerations in the Wrist
A tendon is a band of tissue that connects muscle to bone. Tendons in your wrist allow you to move your hand and fingers. Tendons are often lacerated, or cut, by knives, tools or broken glass. An injury to a tendon can mean the loss of that tendon forever unless it is quickly repaired. Most tendon l
An Intro to Post Tib Tendonitis
Post tib tendonitis with a full name of Posterior Tibial Tendonitis is a disorder affecting the ankle on the inside. In fact the tendons are affected.
Diagnosis of Herniated Disc
Spinal disks are pads that cushion the individual bones of the spine. A herniated disk develops when the soft inner layer of a spinal disk pushes through a tear in the outer layer of the disk.
Quadriceps Tendinitis Treatment
The quadriceps tendon connects the large muscles of the thigh to the femur, and also, by extending to the patellar tendon, holds the patella (knee bone) in place. Quadriceps tendinitis is a degenerative condition caused by repetitive stress on the quadriceps tendon during sport or exercise, usually
Why Do People Get Bone Spurs?
The Mayo Clinic defines bone spurs, or osteophytes, as " ... bony projections that develop along the edges of bones. The bone spurs themselves aren't painful, but they can rub against nearby nerves and bones and cause pain." Nearly 40 percent of the population will require medical treatment for bone
Alternatives to Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip replacement surgery typically involves the surgical removal of the femoral head (ball) of the femur bone (thigh bone), together with the reconstruction and replacement of the acetabulum (socket) portion of the joint. This is usually done as treatment for end-stage degenerative arthritis, and th
How Does Prednisone Treat TMJ?
TMJ disorders encompass a group of conditions that involve joint and muscle pain in the jaw. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, as many as 10 million people in the United States suffer from some form of jaw-related disorder. The exact cause of the condition rema
Muscle Aches in Children
Muscle aches are a common ailment experienced by children. Muscle aches can involve just one muscle or several muscles as well as tendons, ligaments, fascia and other soft tissues. Some causes of muscle pain are obvious, such as trauma, and some need to be investigated further, such as Lyme disease
Getting Acquainted With Plantar Fasciitis
Do you experience a shooting pain through your heel on your first step out of bed? Perhaps you suffer from the condition plantar fasciitis. What causes it, and what can we do to treat it? Let's find out...
Fractures vs. Breaks: Which Is Worse?
What is the difference between a fracture and a break? The words fracture and broken bone mean the same thing.
The Best Cosmetic Fixes for Lip Lines
Lip lines, also commonly referred to as smokers' lines or vertical lines, are a sign of aging that many people want to correct. Lip lines are caused by cigarette smoke, sun exposure and natural aging. If creams and lipstick are just covering the problem, there are several excellent cosmetic fixes fo
Quality Measures for the Care of Lateral Epicondylalgia
A new study presents and evaluates clinical quality measures for the management of lateral epicondylalgia.
The Efficacy of Duloxetine, NSAIDs, and Opioids in OA
Is duloxetine superior to other commonly used oral treatments for osteoarthritis?
Surgical Wound Closure in Orthopaedic Surgery
This article discusses various wound closure strategies to optimize wound healing after orthopaedic surgical procedures.
Osteoporosis Drug May Prevent Breast Cancer
The bone-protecting drug Evista has a cancer-protective effect regardless of whether a woman has previously taken hormone replacement therapy (HRT), British researchers report.