Juvenile arthritis (JA) is not a disease in itself. Also known as pediatric rheumatic disease, JA is an umbrella term used to describe the many autoimmune and inflammatory conditions or pediatric rheumatic diseases that can develop in children under the age of 16. Juvenile arthritis affects nearly 300,000 children in the United States. Although the…
What is a Joint Pain? Joint pain is the most common reason for people to visit the doctor and is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Unfortunately, many people who suffer from joint pain don’t get the treatment they need to alleviate their pain. This is largely due to the complex nature of joint pain…
Benign joint hypermobility syndrome means your joints are “looser” than normal. It’s typically referred to as being double-jointed. It is a common joint or muscle problem in children and young adults. Formerly known as benign hypermobility joint syndrome (BHJS), the condition can cause pain or discomfort after exercise. It’s usually not part of any disease….
What is SI Joint dysfunction The SI Joint, also known as the sacroiliac joint, is a joint in the pelvis that connects the sacrum (the triangular bone at the base of the spine) to the pelvis. SI Joint Dysfunction is when there is abnormal wear and tear in this joint, causing inflammation and pain in…
Growing pains are cramping, achy muscle pains that some preschoolers and preteens feel in both legs. The pain usually occurs in the late afternoon or evenings. But it may cause your child to wake up in the middle of the night. Growing pains usually start in early childhood, around age 3 or 4. Are achy…
RICE PRINCIPLE: The R.I.C.E. treatment is recommended by health professionals for the early treatment of bone injury or acute soft tissue injuries such as a sprain or strain. helpful for sports injuries, closed fractures, and degenerative joint problems. The acronym R.I.C.E. stands for: The primary goal of R.I.C.E. is to bring pain and swelling under…
During the early years there can be some obvious gait abnormalities in children. While many of these disturbances are quite common and correct themselves on their own, some require medical assistance. Walking abnormalities are abnormal, uncontrollable walking patterns. Genetics may cause them or other factors, such as diseases or injuries. Walking abnormalities can affect the…
What is a Borderline personality disorder (BPD)? Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental illness that is part of the group of mental illnesses called personality disorders. Like other personality disorders, it is characterized by a consistent pattern of thinking, feeling, and interacting with others and with the world that tends to result in significant…
What is a Fracture? A fracture is a break, usually in a bone. If the broken bone punctures the skin, it is called an open or compound, fracture. Fractures commonly happen because of car accidents, falls, or sports injuries. Other causes are low bone density and osteoporosis, which cause the weakening of the bones. A…
WHAT IS PANIC DISORDER? A panic attack can happen anywhere, at any time. You may feel terrified and overwhelmed, even though you’re not in any danger. If this kind of random event has happened to you at least twice, and you constantly worry and change your routine to keep from having one, you might have…
