t4 syndrome
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T4 Syndrome

What is T4 syndrome? T4 syndrome is a condition in which sometimes nerve become pinched or irritated at the level of the fourth thoracic vertebra (T4), which leads to diffuge pain, tingling numbness, parasthesia in the arm, upper back and chest region. T4 syndrome is a diagnosis of exclusion when all other diagnoses do not…

childhood apraxia of speech - CAS
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Childhood Apraxia of speech (CAS)

What is childhood apraxia of speech? Difference between childhood apraxia of speech, developmental verbal dyspraxia, and developmental apraxia of speech How does childhood apraxia of speech affect? Children may be more such to have this condition if: How common is childhood apraxia of speech? How will childhood apraxia of speech harm my child? What causes…

Iliopsoas Bursitis
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Iliopsoas Bursitis

Introduction Iliopsoas bursitis is characterized by distension of the iliopsoas muscles bursa due to synovial fluid and hypertrophic synovium. Clinically Relevant Anatomy What is iliopsoas bursitis? Symptoms of iliopsoas bursitis Causes of iliopsoas bursitis Diagnosing iliopsoas bursitis Complications of iliopsoas bursitis Differential Diagnosis Treatment of Iliopsoas Bursitis In many severe cases, a person seeks additional…

Pectoralis Major
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Pectoralis Major Muscle Strain

What is Pectoralis major muscle strain? Where is the Pectoralis major muscle located? Origin:Clavicular part: anterior surface of sternumSternocostal part: the first 7 costal cartilages, the sternal end of the sixth ribAbdominal part: the aponeurosis of the external oblique of the anterior abdominal wall Insertion:Crest of the greater tubercle sulcus of the humerus Action:Shoulder joint:…

tietze's syndrome
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Tietze’s Syndrome

What is Tietze syndrome? Tietze syndrome vs costochondritis Whom does Tietze syndrome affect? You might be more likely to irritate your costochondral joint and develop Tietze syndrome if you have certain conditions, including: How common is Tietze syndrome? How does Tietze syndrome affect my body? What are the symptoms of Tietze syndrome? Symptoms of Tietze…

Polymyalgia rheumatica
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Polymyalgia Rheumatica

What is Polymyalgia rheumatica? Polymyalgia rheumatica is an inflammatory condition that causes muscle pain & stiffness, especially in the shoulders & hips. Signs & symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica usually start quickly & are worse in the morning. Polymyalgia rheumatica is widespread aching & stiffness. Symptoms tend to come quickly, over a few days or weeks,…

raynaud-disease

Raynaud’s Disease

What is Raynaud’s syndrome? What are the different types of Raynaud’s syndrome? There are 2 main types of Raynaud’s syndrome: What is the various between Raynaud’s disease, Raynaud’s phenomenon, & Raynaud’s syndrome? Most people utilize these terms interchangeably. Yet scientists use them to distinguish between primary and secondary forms of the condition. Is Raynaud’s syndrome…