- Back Pain Symptoms, Types, Causes | NIAMS
Back pain is a common medical problem Many factors may cause different types of back pain Learn the parts of the back what may be causing your back pain
- Back Pain: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Diagnosis of Back Pain Doctors use various tools to help diagnose the possible cause for your back pain, which helps determine the best treatment plan Medical and Family History Your doctor will ask questions about your medical and family history to help determine if an injury or underlying medical condition is the source for the back pain
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome : Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from your forearm, through your wrist, into the palm of your hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist Learn about causes and how to cope
- Spinal Stenosis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Treatment of Spinal Stenosis Doctors treat spinal stenosis with different options such as nonsurgical treatments, medications, and surgical treatments Nonsurgical Treatments Physical therapy to maintain motion of the spine, strengthen abdominal and back muscles, and build endurance, all of which help stabilize the spine You may be encouraged to try slowly progressive aerobic activity, such
- Osteoporosis Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms | NIAMS
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that develops when bone mineral density and bone mass decreases, or when the structure and strength of bone changes This can lead to a decrease in bone strength that can increase the risk of fractures (broken bones) Osteoporosis is a “silent” disease because you typically do not have symptoms, and you may not even know you have the disease until you break a
- Scoliosis in Children and Teens: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Who Treats Scoliosis? The following health care providers may treat scoliosis in children and teens: Orthopaedists, who specialize in the treatment of and surgery for bone and joint diseases or injuries Pediatricians, who diagnose and treat children Physical therapists, who teach ways to build muscle strength Primary care providers, such as a family physician
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis | NIAMS
Polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis are closely linked inflammatory conditions PMR causes muscle pain and stiffness in the shoulders, upper arms, hip area, and neck GCA causes headaches, scalp tenderness, jaw pain, and eye problems
- Spinal Stenosis Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors | NIAMS
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spine, which puts pressure on the spinal cord nerves can cause pain Discover the symptoms, causes, risk factors
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