According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 70,000 people miss work each year due to tendonitis, which is a condition that results in inflammation and swelling in the tendons, such as in the knee or elbow.
What’s the Difference Between a Hemiarthroplasty and Total Shoulder Surgery?
The shoulder is a marvel of biomechanical engineering. It’s the body’s most flexible joint. However, with this flexibility comes vulnerability.
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5 Things You Should Know about Bunions
Understanding the Different Types of Anesthesia Used in Surgery
In the grand theater of medical interventions, one performer often remains behind the curtain. While it’s out of sight, it orchestrates a performance of profound importance. This silent maestro is anesthesia.
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Causes of Chronic Pain in Young Adults
A study conducted across 42 countries found that more than 44% of children and teenagers experience weekly pain, with rates differing slightly among countries. Another study highlighted that approximately 5% of young people complain of severe chronic pain that impacts their daily lives, hindering activities they want to pursue to lead a fulfilling life.
How to Prepare for a Colonoscopy
Adults over the age of 45 should get a colonoscopy according to their doctors’ timelines, as part of routine health checks for early detection of diseases like colorectal cancer.