The heart is responsible for rhythmically pumping blood and maintaining a regular heartbeat. When this pattern is interrupted, the heartbeat becomes irregular. You may frequently feel like your heart is beating too fast or too slow or has “skipped a beat.” This condition is known as arrhythmia.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is used to get an in-depth look at a person’s musculoskeletal system and organs in order to diagnose and identify various medical conditions and problems. It’s a necessary but noninvasive imaging technique that many patients undergo.
Approximately 16.5 million Americans live with coronary heart disease. Also referred to as coronary artery disease, the condition results in the narrowing of the arteries and disrupts circulation. This affects the heart’s oxygen supply, leading to severe complications.
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Osteoporosis is a degenerative disease that causes the bones to weaken and become brittle. As one of the most prevalent conditions among older adults, it usually affects the bones and joints near the hips, wrists, knees, and spine.
Sports medicine is a subspecialty of medicine that is focused on the management, treatment, and prevention of physical injuries and aches from sports-related injuries and accidents. It’s important in preventing serious damage and long-term disabilities and simultaneously improving athletic performance.
Shoulder replacement may be a necessary procedure for many people who struggle with chronic pain, injuries, or damaged components in the shoulder region.
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