Hyperextended knee is a condition where the knee is stretched or twisted in a way that the ligaments are torn and result to severe pain and discomfort while walking. Even gentle bending causes severe pain. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfVgWgw3NdU”] Hyperextension of the knee happens when the knee joint extends beyond the normal range of motion and severely […]
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Tendinitis involves inflammation or swelling of the tendon. The tendons are connective tissues that attaches muscles to bone. Forearm tendinitis is characterized by inflammation and swelling of the forearm. The condition is usually caused by overuse, injury, strain or tear and aging of the tendon. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJAx42aCtSQ”] Symptoms of forearm tendinitis Pain that happens when
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A paper cut is a small and very painful slice on the skin. Paper cuts are caused by paper or other similar thin material such as an aluminum foil, plastic sheet, cardboard, boxes and packaging materials. The cuts are shallow and the surrounding skin usually close quickly but sometimes foreign particles can become trapped inside
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Achilles tendonitis is a condition where the Achilles tendon is inflamed and triggers pain. This condition is caused by overusing the tendon especially when exerting significant stress on the tendon without proper building-up of strength. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzzTsMo5rgQ”] The Achilles tendon is connected to the calf muscles of the heel bone or calcaneus. The tendons are
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A bone bruise is also called bone contusion which is is an area with tenderness due to traumatic injury. These bruises are classified as sub-periostal hematomas which can be very painful and usually persists for several weeks. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHmGPYD94wI”] A bone bruise causes severe pain and can result to a fracture. A bruised bone causes severe
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The stinging nettle is a plant found all over the world. The plant is an herbaceous perennial with has herbal properties and grows back in the same areas year after year. The leaves and stems of this plant are covered with hollow, brittle and hair-like structures. The stinging hairs are similar to a hypodermic needle
Adenoids are tiny masses of tissue found at the back of the throat which have similarities to the tonsils. Adenoids are a vital component of the immune system which works by trapping harmful germs that enter through the mouth or nose. Adenoids also produce antibodies that help the body fight infections. As the person starts
A pinched nerve involves compression on a nerve in the shoulder. It can be caused by injuries and any condition that causes swelling of the tissues and damage to the bones. A pinched nerve in the shoulder is due to injury in the tendons and muscles. In most cases, it does not cause permanent damage
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Chafing is a skin irritation that happens with constant rubbing of the skin against another skin or clothing. Chafing causes red sore patches on the affected areas usually in the underarm and the inner thighs that will cause pain and makes regular activities tiresome and causes pain. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAD8xIz7YbQ”] Sweating and rubbing are usually the
Sciatica is low back pain with pain can be felt in the buttocks and down the leg. The pain can spread to the knee and to the feet. Weakness in the leg muscles is a symptom of sciatica. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoebKOngjbs”] The sciatic nerves are the largest nerves found in the body which is about the
