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How to Run With a Hip Flexor Injury
A hip flexor injury is a common injury among athletes, especially if the sport or activity they play involves a lot of running. This injury is usually caused by acute trauma to the hip area that pulls the hip flexor muscles out of position. Hip flexor injuries often cause a lot of pain, which can ma
How to Treat Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome, or CFS, is a disorder that has baffled the medical community. There is no standard treatment or cure, but certain therapies have been effective for some people in relieving symptoms.
How to: Press Test for Retaining Water
Edema is the build up of fluids in the tissues of the body. Water is the primary culprit, making hands, feet, and ankles particularly prone to swelling. Medical causes for edema vary, but include kidney problems, high blood pressure, and heart failure. Determining if you have edema is done through a
What is Podiatry?
Podiatry and what Podiatrist actually do is a mystery to many people.Podiatry or podiatric medicine is a field of healthcare devoted to the study and treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and the knee, leg and hip (collectively known as the lower extremity). The range of disorders podiatry will
Can Fish Oil Cause Leg Aches?
What is Fish Oil?Fish oil is a form of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid--commonly found not only in fish but also certain kinds of vegetables. It is not an acid naturally produced by the human body, thus requiring consumption to attain.Fish Oil Use and TreatmentOmega-3 fatty acids have...
Bone Spurs Treatments
An osteophyte, or bone spur, is an abnormal bone growth that grows from normal bone. Most people believe bone spurs are sharp, however this is a myth. Bone spurs are generally smooth. They cause pain when they press or rub against tendons, ligaments or nerves. The most common places for bone spurs t
Orthopedic Shoes Aid In Foot Discomfort
Comfort shoes ease pain in foot conditions. They are great for athletes, the elderly, and those with extensive or permanent injury.
How to Get Rid of Calcium Deposits on a Bathroom Sink
Calcium deposits from hard water tend to accumulate on surfaces throughout the bathroom. When water gets on your bathroom sink, it leaves those calcium deposits behind as it evaporates. That means you need to keep an eye on those deposits and clean them off on a regular basis. While you could buy an
Patient Views on Interventions, Managing Fatigue in AS
Learn more on the effects of fatigue associated with AS and how these patients are managing their condition.
What Are Crystalized Cells in the Breast Tissue?
Scientists are constantly studying new ways to detect and cure breast cancer, while also determining who is most likely to get it. One term that appears in their reports, crystallized cells, may be used to define a finding, help with a diagnosis or identify DNA.
Fallen Arches, Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Bunions, and More: Adrenal Fatigue As a Predisposing Factor
"The gait of man is the fate of man." Learn how stress literally beats us up-leading to flat feet, foot problems, and musculoskeletal pain anywhere in the body.
How to Reduce T Cell Infiltration
T-cells are necessary for the body to protect itself against diseases and infection. Activation at the wrong time because of immune disorders may cause an altered response by the immune system. When, for example, there is swelling of the skin and the skin cells turn over faster than usual, rough, sc
Bunion And Its Causes
Bunion is a foot deformity and medically referred as Hallux valgus. It is highly painful condition and restricts the movement of the foot.
Post LCD & Pacemaker Shoulder Exercises
Although pacemakers and LCDs (internal defibrillators) can help save your life after a cardiac event such as a heart attack, that is not to say that these devices are not without consequence. According to a study published in the October 1999 edition of the Journal of Interventional Cardiac Electro
How to Overcome Leg Cramps
A leg cramp is the result of a sudden and involuntary contraction of one or more of your leg muscles. Several things can cause a leg cramp, including inadequate blood supply, nerve compression, mineral depletion, and dehydration. While leg cramps can be very painful, they can generally be overcome a
Osteoporosis Health Center Feature Page
Find in-depth feature stories on Osteoporosis Health at WebMD
Osteoporosis Causes, Description, Symptoms & Treatment
Characterized by weakened or brittle bones, osteoporosis is often considered a women's disease, although it affects both genders.
Causes of Leg and Toe Cramps
Toe CrampsToe cramps can be caused by wearing shoes that don't fit. If the shoes are particularly tight in the toe area, you may end up with cramping toes at the end of the day.According to Crampshelp.com, high heels can also be the culprit.Toe cramping often occurs after a foot has been...