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Stress Fractures of the Foot

. They often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports. Stress ... bones that are subjected to repetitive activities, the bones of the legs and feet are at greatest ... stress fracture;sports injury;bone break;orthopedics;overuse;sports workout;sports medicine;P07843

The Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist

What is a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist ... break a bone. If untreated, damage to a child's tendons, joints, muscles, and bones could have lasting ... hospitals, private clinics, and sports medicine clinics. You might need a referral from your child's ... sports injuries;sports medicine;pediatric sports medicine;medical specialty;44

Take the Sprains and Strains Quiz

all cases. Usual symptoms of a sprain include pain, swelling, and bruising at the joint. You may not ... site is the hamstring muscle, at the back of the thigh. People who play contact sports such as soccer ... sprain; strain; sports injury; ligaments; overstretched ligament; ankle sprain; wrist sprain

Joint Aspiration

Joint Injection and Aspiration ... will decrease the pressure. It can relieve pain and improve movement of the joint. A medicine may be ... anesthetic medicines (local and general). Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines ... P07680;joint aspiration

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Diagnosis

*ALL Diagnosis ... If your healthcare provider thinks you might have ALL, you will need certain exams and tests ... ). Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy This procedure is done by taking out small amounts of bone ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;immunophenotyping and ALL;cytogenetic analysis and ALL;balld1a

Sports-Related Injuries

*Sports Injuries ... gymnastics, running, and other sports. The bones in the midfoot (metatarsals) in runners are especially ... . Sports-Related Injuries Most sports injuries are from either injury or overuse of muscles or joints ... sports injury;sports injury prevention;safety sports;soft tissue injury;contusion;bruise;sprain ... syndrome;runners knee;fracture;shin splints;sport injury rehabilitation;P01182;compound fracture;tennis elbow;fx;open fracture

Sprains, Strains, Breaks: What’s the Difference?

*Sprains, Strains and Breaks ... the joint. Although the intensity varies, all sprains commonly cause pain, swelling, bruising, and ... susceptible All sports and exercises, even walking, carry a risk of sprains. The areas of the body most

All About Arthritis

down, the membrane lining the joint capsule becomes inflamed. New bone and cartilage may form, creating ... Arthritis refers to a group of disorders that involve the body’s joints and have similar symptoms ... arthritis; osteoarthritis; rheumatoid arthritis; joint pain; joint problems

When Your Child Has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)

*ALL Ch ... are made and mature in the bone marrow. With ALL, large numbers of abnormal, immature white blood are ... learn more about ALL and how it's treated. What is ALL? ALL is a fast-growing cancer that affects ... 40353;40353;when your child has acute lymphoblastic leukemia;acute lymphoblastic anemia, child;ALL ... , child;ALL risk factors, child;ALL symptoms, child;ALL diagnosis, child;ALL treatment, child;ALL long-term concerns, child;ALL coping, child

Tibia/Fibula Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation

surgery used to stabilize and heal a broken bone. You might need this procedure to treat your broken ... knee joint. The ends of the tibia and the fibula both form part of the ankle joint. Different ... Tibia/Fibula Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation;379

The Orthopedic Treatment Team

specialize in treating arthritis and other rheumatic diseases that may affect joints, muscles, bones ... ? Orthopedics is a medical specialty that deals with treating bones and muscles. Orthopedic surgery is

About Arthritis and Other Rheumatic Diseases

Understanding Arthritis and Other Rheumatic Diseases ... , ligaments, and bones. Rheumatic diseases can also affect other areas of the body, such as internal organs ... rheumatologist has finished 4 years of medical school and 3 years of training in internal medicine or pediatrics

Soft-Tissue Injuries

Overview of Sports Injuries ... , hand, wrist, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Often the tendonitis is named for the sport or ... irritation in the area of a bursa that can fill with a fluid, providing a cushion between bones and

Bone Bruise

Bone Contusion ... and fibrous tissue called trabeculae. With a bone fracture, all the trabeculae in a region of ... bruise with rest, ice, pain medicines, and a brace to prevent the bone from moving. In rare cases, a ... Bone Bruise;514

Understanding Bennett Fracture

the bone back into the CMC joint. Closed reduction is done without surgery. You are given ... medicine to prevent pain. The surgeon then moves the bones back into place from outside the skin. In many ... 90759;Bennett's fracture;thumb injury;first metacarpal;carpometacarpal joint;CMC joint;fight injury ... ;football injury;rugby injury;contact sports;sports injury;martial arts injury;boxing injury;orthopaedics

Understanding a Clavicle Fracture

) Treating a clavicle fracture   Treatment depends on where the bone is broken and how ... together. You may need a sling or elastic bandage to keep the bone in place and protect it from ... 90671;clavicle fracture;broken collarbone;sports injury;fall injury;trauma

Osteoarthritis: Common Sites

*Osteoarthritis Common Sites ... bone. The joint changes in OA cause pain, stiffness, and trouble moving. OA may occur in any joint ... Joints and cartilage between small bones in the neck may wear away. Pain may travel to the shoulder or ... 86153;cc1065a;joint pain;Osteoarthritis Common Sites;Osteoarthritis;Arthritis

Understanding a Humerus Fracture

. Sometimes, the bone may break through the skin. Nearby nerves, tissues, and joints also may be damaged ... pain, swelling, and bruising. If the bone breaks through the skin, bleeding can occur at the site. It ... 90672;humerus fracture;arm fracture;trauma;fall injury;sports injury

Sprains and Strains in Children

*Sprains and Strains Ch ... . They connect different parts of the body. Ligaments are found at the joints, where they join bones ... together. Tendons attach muscles to bone. What causes sprains and strains in a child? A ... p01653;sprains and strains

Foot Pain and Problems

*Foot Pain and Problems ... joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The foot is at risk of many stresses. Foot problems can cause ... fit correctly and give good support can prevent irritation to the foot joints and skin. There are


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