Joint health strategies prioritize the management of inflammatory arthritis, rehabilitation for MCL injuries, and reducing peripheral edema through nutrition.
Running is a high-impact exercise that puts significant stress on major joints such as your ankles, knees and hips. Sturdy running shoes that offer plenty of cushion and support and that fit your feet well are important for any runner.
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If you've got tingly fingers and toes, you may wonder whether they indicate something serious. That prickly sensation can have a variety of causes, from benign to sinister. Once the tingling spreads to your face, it's time to find out what you're dealing with. Consult a medical professional for a full diagnosis.
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Poor circulation is a common problem that is experienced in extremities such as your feet. Because your feet are so far away from your heart, they are a common place to experience poor circulation.
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Knee replacement surgery can be a life-enhancing procedure for those who suffer from chronic, disabling end-stage arthritis. Quality of life can be improved immensely, and return to near-normal function and to activities of daily living are major goals of this type of surgery.
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Tendons connect muscles to bone, and forearm tendonitis is an inflammation of the tendons in the forearm. There are a number of potential causes of forearm tendonitis, including overuse of the forearm muscles, injury to your arm, or simply aging.
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The acromioclavicular or AC joint is the union between your clavicle or collarbone and the acromium, which is part of your scapula. Held in place by the coracoclavicular and coracoacromial ligaments, the AC joint is an integral part of your shoulder girdle.
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Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in North America, according to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Iron is part of every cell in the body and is an active participant in several important body functions, such as producing the hemoglobin that is in your blood.
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Patellar alignment issues are common sources of knee pain. The patella, or kneecap, moves up and down as the knee bends and straightens. It moves on a "track" called the trochlear groove. When the kneecap doesn't move on the groove correctly, the condition is referred to as a patellar alignment (or tracking) problem.
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Underpronation is a term that also goes by the name "supination." In the fitness industry, this means your ankle does not roll inward when your heel touches the ground while walking or running. Prolonged underpronation of the foot can lead to plantar fasciitis and tendinitis in the Achilles tendon.
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Intercostal muscles are those that connect the rib cage and help hold the chest wall together. When you strain or pull one of these muscles, you may experience difficulty breathing or expanding the chest, as well as difficulty or pain when twisting, turning or bending. Neuralgia is a medical term that defines pain.
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Hip bursitis -- inflammation of fluid-filled sacs that provide cushioning around bones -- is a painful condition that increases friction in your joints. Stretches decrease tightness in muscles that may be contributing to this condition. These exercises target muscles that move your leg at the hip joint.
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Muscle spasms can occur for a number of reasons. The most common cause of muscle spasms is muscle fatigue, or overuse of a particular muscle, according to MedlinePlus. Sometimes a muscle spasm can feel like the muscle is hard, bulging, twitching or tight.
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Your doctor might choose to administer cortisone injections if you have a rotator cuff injury. It is not generally recommended that a person have repeated cortisone injections. According to Drs. Matsen and Warme, a person should not receive more than four injections total and no more than two close together.
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Soybeans are a rich source of plant-based protein and can be converted into a variety of different products, including soy milk. Although soy milk and other soy-based substances are safe for many people to eat, you are an exception if you have gout.
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Garlic helps treat a wide range of conditions because it contains anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-parasitic properties. It also has other benefits and uses that are not necessarily related to these properties. Seek physician approval before you use garlic or any other herbs and supplements for medicinal purposes.
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Hyperextension of your toe can result in a sprain, causing pain and a limp with walking and running. You might also experience swelling, decreased range of motion and bruising.
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After your hip replacement, you may be anxious to return to your normal daily activities. Using a cane will allow you to walk more safely and reduce your risk of falls. See a physical therapist to ensure proper technique before you attempt to walk with a cane after surgery.
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Muscle twitches and spasms are both uncontrollable muscle movements, but their symptoms, treatment and causes are very different. While a twitch is a minor annoyance you may hardly notice, a spasm occurs quickly, without warning and is typically quite painful.
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A joint's range of motion is the angle through which a joint moves from the anatomical position to the extreme limit of the motion in a particular direction. Having an optimal range of motion allows you to move freely without pain or stiffness and perform activities and work without injuries.
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Caffeine is a stimulant that can cause side effects, especially if you consume too much or if your body is sensitive to the substance. Caffeine is in chocolate, coffee, kola nuts, tea, soft drinks and is even in some medications.
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