How Did I Cure My Degenerative Disc Disease
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How Did I Cure My Degenerative Disc Disease?

Struggling with degenerative disc disease was challenging, but through targeted exercises, lifestyle changes, and consistent care, I found a way to manage and significantly reduce my pain. In this video, I’ll share the key strategies that helped me regain mobility and improve my quality of life. Degenerative Disc Disease: What is it? The disorder known…

Gout (Low Purine) Diet
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Gout (Low Purine) Diet: Best Foods to Eat & What to Avoid

A low-purine diet is essential for managing gout, a form of arthritis caused by excess uric acid in the body. This diet focuses on reducing purine-rich foods that can trigger painful flare-ups. The best foods to eat include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, and plenty of water. It’s important to avoid high-purine items like…

How to Relieve Muscle Pain After Workout
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How to Relieve Muscle Pain After Workout?

Relieving muscle pain after a workout is essential for recovery and maintaining exercise consistency. Common methods include gentle stretching, staying hydrated, applying ice or heat, and incorporating rest days. Light activities like walking or yoga can also promote blood flow and reduce soreness. This article discusses therapy options for post-workout pain relief if you’re curious…

Lumbar degenerative disc disease
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Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease (Lower Back)

Introduction: Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a condition where the intervertebral discs in the lower back gradually lose hydration and elasticity, leading to reduced cushioning between the vertebrae. This can cause pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Although it’s a natural part of aging, factors like injury, obesity, and genetics can accelerate disc degeneration. Symptoms…

Ulnar artery thrombosis
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Ulnar Artery Thrombosis

What is an Ulnar Artery Thrombosis? Ulnar artery thrombosis is a condition where a blood clot forms in the ulnar artery, leading to reduced blood flow to the hand. It can result from trauma, repetitive stress (as seen in hypothenar hammer syndrome), or underlying vascular disorders. Symptoms include pain, cold intolerance, discoloration, and weakness in…

Lumbar spine examination
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Lumbar Spine Examination

The lumbar spine examination is a structured assessment used to evaluate lower back function, mobility, strength, and potential sources of pain. It typically includes observation, palpation, range of motion testing, neurological assessment, and special tests to identify conditions such as disc herniation, spinal stenosis, or muscle imbalances. A thorough examination helps guide diagnosis and treatment…

What Is The Difference Between Bone Pain and Nerve Pain
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What Is The Difference Between Bone Pain and Nerve Pain?

Bone pain and nerve pain differ in their causes, sensations, and characteristics. Bone pain is usually deep, aching, or throbbing and is often linked to fractures, infections, arthritis, or cancer. It worsens with movement or pressure. Nerve pain (neuropathic pain) is typically sharp, burning, tingling, or shooting and results from nerve damage or compression, as…

Hypothenar hammer syndrome
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Hypothenar hammer syndrome (HHS)

Introduction Hypothenar Hammer Syndrome (HHS) is a vascular condition caused by repeated trauma to the ulnar artery in the hypothenar region of the hand (palm side near the little finger). It commonly affects individuals who use the palm forcefully, such as mechanics, construction workers, or martial artists. Symptoms include pain, cold sensitivity, numbness, and discoloration…