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Musculoskeletal Disorders

Scoliosis in Adolescents

August 17, 2009 Adolescent Health

Image via Wikipedia Normally, a spine when viewed from rear should appear straight but if the spine is lateral or curved or sideways or rotated then it is affected by scoliosis. It gives an appearance as if the person has leaned to a side. According to Scoliosis Research Society the definition of scoliosis is the [...]

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Slowing the Progression of Osteoporosis

May 29, 2009 Fitness Tips

Our skeletal system consists of bones of a variety of different shapes and sizes. It serves many different functions including providing a framework for the body in which to support the tissues and protect the vital organs. It acts as levers, working with the muscles to produce body movement. It also works to produce red blood [...]

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Osteoporosis-3D Medical Animation

April 22, 2009 Seniors

http://rufusrajadurai.wetpaint.com This is an 3D medical animation video to show what is osteoporosis and how it cause weakness to bone and the effect of osteoblast and osteoclast cells in it.also it shows the later stage and diagnosis of osteoporosis Duration : 0:1:27

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Sprains and Strains in Adolescents

March 27, 2009 Adolescent Health

Image via Wikipedia Sprains and strains are among the majority of the injuries caused while playing sports. Sports injuries can be caused by small trauma which involves ligaments, muscles and tendons including bruises, sprains and strains. The body part which is most commonly involved in spraining or straining is the ankle. The 3 ligaments that [...]

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Changing Your Habits To Help Back Pain

March 14, 2009 Fitness Tips

The back is probably the most used part of the body. No matter what you are doing, your back is probably doing a good amount of the work. Therefore it is no small wonder that back pain is so prevalent across the world. If you suffer from back pain, you are probably desperate for ways [...]

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Baking Soda for Gout Relief and Other Gout Remedies

January 11, 2009 Healthy Eating

Image via Wikipedia Did you know that gout relief could be literally feet away from you right now? Researchers have found many benefits for baking soda and curing gout could be one of them. Gout Natural Remedy Report There are millions of gout sufferers who will treat their symptoms with pain killers this year… doctor’s [...]

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