Knee replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, is a common procedure used to replace the damaged parts of the knee joint with artificial components. This procedure is often recommended to those suffering from severe arthritis or a significant knee injury that hinders their daily activities and affects their quality of life. Knee replacement surgery aims […]
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Sports injuries are common in children and adults. There are hundreds of different types of injuries that are caused by sports. Some body parts are more susceptible to injury than others and the top three injuries make up for the majority of all sports-related injuries. Let’s talk about the 10 most common sports injuries in […]
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Overuse injuries occur when muscles and joints are damaged by long-term strenuous activity. This leads to weakness and pain in the affected areas during moments of use, which can harm the quality of your day-to-day life and overall activity. They can occur almost anywhere on the body, though they typically manifest in the hands, knees, […]
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Arm and shoulder pain can be uncomfortable, inconvenient, and have a significant hindrance on everyday life if it goes without treatment. Sometimes the cause of arm and shoulder pain may be identifiable, resulting from a dislocation, separation, or prior injury. But sometimes, the cause of this pain can be a result of an underlying condition […]
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While science may not have an exact reason for why pain worsens in the heat, it cannot be ignored. Many patients who suffer from chronic pain report that the change in weather makes their pain worse. Bad weather, such as cold and rainy days, are often associated with pain, but hot and humid summer days […]
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Phantom limb pain is the sensation of pain that feels like it is coming from a body part that is no longer there. Once believed to be a psychological problem, research shows that phantom limb pain is a real sensation. The sensation originates in the spinal cord and brain. What is Phantom Limb Pain? Phantom […]
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Foot pain is caused by a variety of conditions, diseases, deformities, or injuries. Medications are a common approach to getting relief, but there are many options that don’t involve pills or taking medicine. Causes Diseases, viruses, fungi, and bacteria can cause foot pain, but one of the most common causes of foot pain is arthritis. […]
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Treating pain with heat and cold therapy can be very effective for a variety of conditions and injuries. This affordable, at-home therapy is often recommended to help relieve aches and pains from muscle or joint damage. Heat therapy can utilize hot water bottles, heat pads, or warm baths. Cold therapy involves ice packs, cool water, […]
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If you’ve been suffering from hip pain, the chronic ache can sometimes seem like more than you can bear. Unfortunately, many who are diagnosed with arthritis report experiencing hip pain. Whether your pain results from arthritis or some other issue, you’ll want to seek treatment to see what can be done to help. In the […]
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Approximately 20 to 50 million people sustain road-related injuries every year. If you or your loved one suffers pain from road accidents, workplace injuries, or slips and falls, your doctor may recommend therapy as part of your treatment. Besides reducing pain, post-injury therapy can facilitate recovery and restore your health quickly. Let’s talk about the […]
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