Ankylosing Spondylitis
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Ankylosing Spondylitis

What is an Ankylosing Spondylitis? Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory condition primarily affecting the spine, characterized by inflammation of the spinal joints, leading to pain, stiffness, and potentially spinal fusion. It falls under the category of spondyloarthritis, a group of rheumatic diseases that share common clinical features. AS typically begins in the sacroiliac…

Muscular-Dystrophy
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Muscular Dystrophy

Muscular dystrophy is a set of hereditary illnesses characterized by progressive muscular weakening and deterioration. Muscular dystrophy is classified into over 30 varieties, each with its own set of symptoms, progression, and severity levels. The most prevalent kind of muscular dystrophy is Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), which mostly affects boys. The symptoms of muscular dystrophy…

Degenerative Disc Disease
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Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)

What is a Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a common condition that happens when one or more of the discs between the vertebrae of the spinal column deteriorate or break down over time. The spinal discs act as cushions between the vertebrae and allow flexibility and movement of the spine. The spine’s…

stretching and exercises for hip pain
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44 Best Exercises for Hip Pain

Exercises for hip pain can help you get well from pain and its associated signs as well as strengthen your hips so you can carry out daily tasks more easily. Hip pain can be caused by a variety of issues, from a minor injury to ongoing inflammation. Stretching and little exercise for the hips can…

Femoral Neck Fracture
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Femoral Neck Fracture

The femoral neck fracture is a common injury primarily affecting elderly individuals, often resulting from low-energy trauma such as a fall from standing height. This fracture occurs in the proximal portion of the femur, where the femoral head connects to the shaft of the bone. The incidence of femoral neck fractures is increasing globally, attributable…

Motor-neuron-disease
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Motor Neuron Disease (MND)

What is a Motor Neuron Disease (MND)? Motor Neuron Disease (MND), also called Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder affecting the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that control voluntary muscle movement. It is characterized by the gradual degeneration and eventual death of motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness, atrophy,…

Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Rheumatoid Arthritis

What is a Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder characterized by inflammation of the synovial joints, leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling. Unlike osteoarthritis, which primarily affects cartilage, rheumatoid arthritis targets the lining of the joints, known as the synovium, causing damage and eventually resulting in joint deformity and disability. Early…

Neck Pain - cervical spondylosis
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Cervical Spondylosis

What is a Cervical Spondylosis? Cervical spondylosis refers to age-related wear and tear affecting the spinal disks (vertebrae cushions) in the neck. It leads to disk degeneration and compression of the nerves exiting the spinal canal. Some key points about cervical spondylosis: In summary, cervical spondylosis involves progressive degenerative changes and compression in the cervical…

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Posterior Interosseous Nerve Syndrome (PIN Syndrome)

What is a Posterior Interosseous Nerve Syndrome? Posterior interosseous nerve syndrome, also known as PIN syndrome, is a neurological condition characterized by compression or injury to the posterior interosseous nerve (a branch of the radial nerve) as it travels through the forearm. This compression can lead to various symptoms including weakness or paralysis of the…