Bruised ribs are likely to occur after a direct strike or impact to the chest. In most instances, the injury is due to a fall or direct blow from any hard object but the most common cause are vehicular accidents. There are 24 ribs in the rib cage that are attached to an elongated, flattened […]
Costochondritis is likely to occur at the joints amidst the ribs and the sternum. As an inflammatory condition, it is believed to be caused by overuse that results to repetitive micro-trauma. Remember that the 2 bones are cushioned by the cartilage within the joint. This cartilage is damaged and leads to inflammation. The condition is
Carbon monoxide poisoning is caused by the buildup of carbon monoxide in the bloodstream. The oxygen in the cells are replaced by carbon monoxide. This condition can be deadly or lead to serious damage to the tissues. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas produced by gas fuels, charcoal and propane. It can
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Hot and cold therapy have been vital measures in dealing with various injuries. Throughout the years, there has been confusion on which one to use, whether to apply cold or warmth to the affected area. Remember that it depends on the form of injury that the individual sustained. Acute injuries: Should I use hot or
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Acute respiratory distress syndrome causes depleted levels of oxygen in the bloodstream which results to damage to other vital bodily organs. This is usually brought about by another underlying condition or injury and can be dangerous. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmV4fmkziJE What are the causes? There are various medical conditions that causes acute respiratory distress syndrome such as: Pneumonia
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Coccyx injury can cause pain or discomfort in the coccyx region. The injury is quite common among women than men. What are the indications? The indications of coccyx injury include the following: Coccyx or tailbone pain at the base of the spine Pain is aggravated during or after sitting and discomfort for days Tailbone pain
Piriformis syndrome is characterized by buttock pain radiating down the leg. It is due to the impingement of the sciatic nerve by the tight piriformis muscle deep within the buttocks. What are the indications? Pain or tenderness in the buttock muscle that radiates to the back of the leg into the hamstring muscles and even
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Shoulder bone spurs causes intense pain in the shoulder area along with diminished range of motion. A bone spur is a projection forming on the edges of the bones and joints. What are the causes? Osteoarthritis is the main cause for the formation of bone spurs. They are typically due to the natural wear and
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Dead leg is a contusion or bruise due to direct impact. In such cases, the muscle is crushed against the thigh bone which results to swelling and bruising of the thigh muscles. The contusion can vary in severity from mild to debilitating. Similar with muscle strains, contusions are categorized as grade 1, 2 or 3
Adult hip dysplasia is a hip condition where the acetabulum and femoral head are misaligned. Adults who do not have a history of the condition can end up affected even though children are more prone to the condition. Underdevelopment of the acetabulum or the femoral head among adults is the cause for the condition. Even
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