3 Nonsurgical Sprain and Strain Treatments Sprains and strains are a common cause of pain. This article takes a look at how these conditions may be managed medically and with simple home remedies. These are some of the simple methods of managing sprains and strains. Prevention is no doubt better than cure, and taking precautions …
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Gymnastics, basketball, football, downhill skiing and car crashes are all mishaps that can result in a dislocated joint. Learn more about three common dislocation injuries. 3 Common Dislocations What do gymnastics, basketball, football, car accidents, and downhill skiing all have in common? All are situations in which you can accidentally dislocate a joint. Dislocation occurs …
One of the latest and most precise methods of modern diagnostic imaging, PET, or Positron Emission Tomography was celebrated by TIME Magazine as the medical invention of the year in 2000. What is a PET Scan? Positron Emission Tomography, or PET, scan is a diagnostic tool used to help doctors observe how tissue and organs …
Risk Factors For Development of an Infection Before we discuss how exactly infection can be prevented, it is important to recognize why exactly a patient would develop an infection following joint replacement. There are certain factors that can predispose an individual being tailored to developing an infection. A low immunity level or the presence of …
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Posture and Hips Good posture is essential for musculoskeletal health. While health professionals once recommended “standing up straight” as the way to achieve and maintain good posture, today’s experts take a much more advanced and effective approach. They (1) analyze all structures that affect posture (2) determine which structures may be causing posture deviations (3) …
What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging? Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI, is a noninvasive diagnostic tool used to create three-dimensional images of the inside of the human body. These images are similar to images produced by a CT scan, but MRI scans are able to produce more detailed images of the body’s soft tissues. These clearer …
“Is cracking your knuckles bad for your joints?” At some point in their life, everyone has thought about it. The popular habit feels so good but sounds so wrong. While there are loads of opinions regarding knuckle cracking and joint health, there are only a couple facts. Before digging into them, it is important to …
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Medical professionals have been using X-rays for more accurate diagnosis for more than a century, because they make it possible to see inside a patient’s body. Here’s a brief introduction to X-rays, how they work, what they’re used for, and how to make sure you get the greatest medical benefit from X-rays with the least …
Bone Densitometry, also called dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), is a procedure widely known as a bone scan. It’s used to diagnose osteoporosis and to assess the risk of developing fractures. DEXA is simple, quick and noninvasive. What is a Bone Scan? Bone scan is the everyday term for bone densitometry, which is formally known as …
Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Directions With a fork, pierce sweet potatoes 4-5 times. …
