The human body is made up of 206 bones and 306 joints. Bones are made up of calcium phosphate and collagen. Bones lose their density and tend to be weak with growing age. Hip bones are the most vulnerable …
The human body is made up of 206 bones and 306 joints. Bones are made up of calcium phosphate and collagen. Bones lose their density and tend to be weak with growing age. Hip bones are the most vulnerable …
Usually, the shape of a foot involves that of an arc, and when a person stands straight, that arc is normally visible. Those for whom that arc is not visible have a condition called flatfoot, and that is the cause …
Due to your stride pattern or the structure of your foot, a bunion can form on the outside of your big toe and cause discomfort. If you stand for a long time or wear shoes that are too small, your …
Sometimes, people feel stiffness in their fingers, which does not enable them to move freely. This is due to an underlying condition called the trigger finger. This is the most common cause of pain people experience in their hands. It …
The tendons that connect the forearm muscles to the outside of the elbow become sensitive and painful as a result of the tennis elbow. When the tendons and muscles in the forearm and the region around the elbow are under …
When a dislocation occurs, the humeral head of the upper arm is forced out of the shoulder socket, although the shoulder is typically simple to straighten. Shoulder instability and dislocations can be prevented with surgery or non-surgical treatment. Some conditions …
Congenital diseases are a very serious problem that most newborns face. Along with the babies, their parents also suffer so many troubles. These diseases occur due to various environmental, psychological, and genetic reasons. Nowadays, the lifestyle of parents who are …
Introduction Millions of Americans live with hip and knee problems every day. Hip replacement is a safe andeffective option for people who need it. A recent study found that people who had hip replacementswere less likely to die over the …
Introduction Ankle arthritis is a common condition that affects people of all ages. Ankle arthritis can be caused byinjury, previous joint damage, or inflammation. The exact cause is not known, but it seems to run infamilies. It usually affects one …
Introduction Knee arthritis is a condition that affects the joints of your knees and can cause pain, stiffness, andsometimes limited mobility. There are many causes of knee arthritis, including osteoarthritis (OA),rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and others. Some people …