What is diabetes? Why is my blood glucose level high? How does this happen? If you have diabetes: What are the different types of diabetes? The types of diabetes are: Less common types of diabetes involve: How common is diabetes? Who gets diabetes? What are the risk factors? Risk factors for Type 1 diabetes involve:…
What is Lyme arthritis? Lyme disease frequently leads to Lyme arthritis. Although Lyme disease might affect many organs, such as the heart & nervous system, joint involvement tends to be the most common & persistent manifestation, resulting in joint swelling & pain. About 60 % of patients who are infected with Lyme develop arthritis unless…
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What is Tibial tuberosity? The tibial tuberosity is an elevation of the anterior aspect of the tibia bone. At full skeletal maturity, it is around 2 to 3cm distal to the proximal tibial articulating surface. It serves as an attachment for the patella tendon, intervening as a lever to extend the knee joint. Attachment The…
What is Rotator Cuff Tendinitis? Rotator cuff tendinitis/tendonitis is a condition that affects the tendons and muscles that help move your shoulder joint. Rotator cuff tendinitis is an inflammation of the connective tissues that support the shoulder to move. If you have tendinitis, it means that tendons get inflamed or irritated. Rotator cuff tendinitis is…
What is Monoplegia? Monoplegia is one type of paralysis which is mainly affected any one limb, mostly it affects the arm. The most common symptoms seen in monoplegic patients such as unable to move limbs, numbness, muscle weakness, and pain in the affected limb. Monoplegia is different from hemiplegia in hemiplegia There is paralysis of…
What are the knee-strengthening exercises? Health Benefits of knee strengthening exercises Knee-strengthening exercises variations Half squat Calf raises Hamstring curl Leg extensions Straight leg raises Side leg raises Prone leg raises Hamstring curls on a weight bench Step exercises Single-leg dip Sit to stands Quads exercise with roll Leg cross Lunges Hip Bridge Single leg…
What is Tendinitis? Tendinitis is an inflammation in the tendon. Tendon is the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to the bone. It is also termed tendonitis. It is the connective tissue between muscles and bones. Normally, tendons are flexible yet tough so that they can stretch and withstand tension on it. It can be…
What is Periarthritis? Calcific periarthritis (perry-arth-ritus) is a condition that The crystals can rub against the tendons & muscles and can cause painful swelling around your joints. ‘Peri’ means that the swelling is around the joint, and not inside the joint itself. Calcium crystals happen naturally in the body & help make our bones &…
What is wheezing? What causes wheezing? Lungs Vocal cords Certain symptoms of this issue are: The digestive tract GERD: Chronic acid reflux can relax the decreased esophageal valve, causing wheezing. Allergies You should call 911 or your local emergency services if you start to experience anaphylaxis symptoms, such as: Heart conditions Lifestyle choices Smoking can:…
