Apr 10, 2019
Injuries to the knee can range from minor and annoying to major and devastating, and sometimes it can be hard to tell the difference at the time of injury. The knee is made up of many complex structures, one of the most important being the ACL. Read on to learn more about this crucial ligament, common ways it gets injured, signs and symptoms of ACL injuries, and what can be done about an ACL tear.
Apr 8, 2019
If you have a heart arrhythmia, chances are good you regularly visit a cardiology clinic to keep it under control. In more extreme cases, a heart ablation may be necessary to treat the irregularity of your heartbeat. Read on to learn more about heart ablations, heart arrhythmia, and your various treatment options.
Apr 3, 2019
Kidney stones are no fun. Some people say they’re more painful than childbirth. Whether you’ve had a kidney stone before or not, it’s a good idea to do whatever you can to prevent this painful condition.
Apr 1, 2019
Most people have heard of Parkinson’s disease, but many don’t know that it’s classified as a movement disorder. Movement disorders are neurological conditions characterized by either abnormal increased movements or reduced or slow movements. These movements can be either voluntary or involuntary.
Mar 16, 2019
Nearly 17,500 spinal cord injuries are reported in the United States each year. Ranging from mild to serious in nature, these injuries can leave both those injured and those close to them reeling from the consequences of the injury.
Mar 15, 2019
There have been several studies on how high altitude can affect the average person. Not only does it lead to less oxygen flow through the system, it also constricts blood vessels and makes the heart and lungs work a little harder.
Mar 13, 2019
Has your doctor advised you to get an arthrography? This form of imaging test takes a visual of your joint, whether this is your hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, etc. To begin this test, a certified medical professional uses a thin, long needle to insert dye into your joint and takes a number of X-rays to photograph your joint in different positions.
Mar 11, 2019
Is it really that important for you to have a primary care physician? The answer is a resounding “yes.” It’s estimated that nearly 28% of men and 17% of women don’t currently have a primary healthcare provider.
Mar 9, 2019
It’s estimated that there are nearly 15 million human bones broken each year. In fact, experts hypothesize that the average person will fracture at least two bones during the course of their life.
Mar 8, 2019
Though it is considered a low-impact sport, people who play golf can and often do sustain a variety of injuries. Golfers often experience pain in and damage to their lower back, elbows, wrists, hands, and shoulders.
