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How Does Tendinitis Develop?
Achilles tendonA tendon is a flexible band of fibrous tissue which connects muscle to bone. The skeletal muscles contract and pull on bones to cause movement such as walking, jumping and running. Tendons receive the full force of this motion and normally glide easily and smoothly. Tendons...
How to Make Animals With Your Hands and Fingers
One creative way to entertain young children is by making animals with just your hands. Bring the shapes to life by turning them into shadow puppets with the use of a flashlight or lamp. Encourage others to experiment with their own shapes or to create a story with various animals as characters. The
Diastasis Recti in Babies
Diastasis recti is a separation of the left and right sides of the rectus abdominis, the muscle that covers the front of the stomach. It is common in newborns, particularly those born prematurely, and is rarely a cause for concern.
Toenail Fungus Treatment - What Doctors Recommend?
Toenail fungus infection can prove to be very painful and unsightly and you should treat it as soon as you can. There are several ointments you can buy from the chemist but it is best to consult a doctor before you start with any one of them. In certain cases surgery may be needed to remove the infe
Effectiveness of Rehabilitation After Lumbar Disc Surgery
Which is the most effective postoperative strategy after lumbar disc surgery? The REALISE trial investigates.
Heel Pain Causes and the Key to Treatment
Heel pain is a common complaint, especially amongst those who spend a lot of their time on their feet for work, or who are involved in repetitive impact sports. The cause of this pain can be varied and should be thoroughly investigated to ensure the right course of treatment is undertaken.
Pronation & Knee Pain
The most common effect of foot pronation on the knee is patellar tendonitis. Despite being so far from the tendon, which attaches the quadriceps to the tibia, it manages to be a leading cause of its inflammation. The reason is that when the foot's arch collapses, the tibia rotates, irritating the te
Weight-Bearing Exercise: 8 Workouts for Strong Bones
You can preserve bone density, balance, and strength -- with a little tango, tennis, golf, and more!
Relationship Between Obesity and Early Failure of Total Knee Prosthesis
Do knee prostheses implanted in patients with arthritis have significantly different rates of survival or perioperative complications in obese patients?
Experiences of Employees With Arm, Neck, Shoulder Complaints
Find out about the challenges experienced by those with complaints of the arm, neck or shoulder -- from the employees' perspective.
Men's Summer Footwear Guide - The Do's and Don'ts of How to Wear Sandals
Some will say that sandals have no place in a man's wardrobe unless he is hanging out by the pool. However, sandals have come a long way in recent years, and there are quite a few stylish and trendy options that have earned themselves a place away from the chase lounge. These are not your avera
Bone Tumor Symptoms
The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons defines tumors as lumps or growths of tissue that develop when cells divide uncontrollably. Bone tumors weaken the bone around the tumor as they grow. These tumors can be benign or malignant, and they may exist for a long time without symptoms.
What Is the Supraspinatus Tendon?
The most common shoulder injury is to the rotator cuff. This includes sprains, strains and tears to the muscles in the rotator cuff. There are four muscle groups in this area of the shoulder. They are the supraspinatus, subscapularis, infraspinatus and teres minor. They work together to operate the
What Are the Causes of Joint Pain & Fever Blister?
There are many strains of herpes virus, only eight of which infect humans. According to the American Social Health Association, up to 80 percent of the US adult population is infected with the herpes virus, three-quarters of whom don't even know they have the virus and may not have experienced
What's Wrong With the Yellow Wiggle?
The lead singer of The Wiggles, the hugely popular group that entertains children, is leaving the band because of a medical condition known as orthostatic intolerance.
Toenail Fungus Cures - Natural and Medicated Remedies to Treat Toenail Infection
Toenail fungus is a common nail disease that is prevalent today. The fungus 'Dermatophytes' primarily contaminates the base of the toenail or the small cavity beside the nail. It further spreads by feeding on keratin in nails. The affected toenail thereby becomes brittle, crumbling, discol
Symptoms of Water Retention
Edema, or water retention, is a common symptom of pregnant and premenstrating women as well as elderly adults. While prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines are available, you should first try natural methods when attempting to resolve the swelling. Contact a physician if symptoms worsen or do
Could You Have a Stress Fracture?
Stress fractures are overuse injuries to the bone. A stress fracture can occur in any bone, and generally requires rest for treatment of the injury.