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Spinal Fractures from Osteoporosis – Diagnosis and Treatment

In an earlier article, we have explored treatment options for Osteoporosis in general. As mentioned there, Osteoporosis can cause fractures of the spine, wrist and hip. In this article, we

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Causes of Heel pain and treatment – Plantar Fasciitis

The human foot is a delicately architected part of the body. It is made up of 26 bones, with the calcaneus or heel-bone being the largest, 33 joints, over 100

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5 Signs your Back Pain might be an Emergency

Back pain is a common outcome of fatigue and several activities that we undertake on a daily basis. Standing or sitting for long periods of time, having to bend over

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Weight-bearing Exercises – 6 Effective Workouts for Strengthening Bones

Exercise has all-round health benefits and we have covered this in earlier articles. One of these benefits is that bones get strengthened with exercise. With age, bones start thinning out

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Need to Know – Rights and Responsibilities of the Patient

Rights It is important to know your rights as a patient at the hospital. A patient has a right to the following: To know the cost of treatment and the

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Severe Asthma – Types and Treatments

Overview  Asthma in its severe form can make breathing difficult, affect daily activities and diminish quality-of-life for the patient. In this article, we will understand what exactly is severe asthma,

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Lung Biopsy- Procedure and Recovery

Overview Lung Biopsy is a procedure in which a sample of lung tissue is extracted and examined under the microscope. This will help confirm or rule out some lung condition

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The Important Role Exercise Plays in Managing Diabetes

When a person is diagnosed with diabetes, the following four factors shall help keep sugar in control. A balanced diet A daily exercise routine Taking the prescribed medication and insulin

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The difference between Liver Cirrhosis and Liver Cancer

The two main liver diseases that alcoholics may experience are cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer.

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6 Complications of Uncontrolled Diabetes

Diabetes Mellitus is a condition in which the body is not able to efficiently convert glucose in the blood into energy. As a result, blood-sugar levels start rising. This conversion

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