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… These include strep infections, postpartum bleeding and tears. Learn more: Cervical insufficiency Cervical … Strep infections during delivery Episiotomy and perineal tears Postpartum bleeding Postural management for breech …
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… wrist hurt. When you have de Quervain's, the ropey fibre ( tendon ) that helps move your thumb away from your fingers … Problems, Non-Injury Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) Current as of: November … wrist hurt. When you have de Quervain's, the ropey fibre ( tendon ) that helps move your thumb away from your fingers …
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… it? A cervical herniated disc usually is caused by wear and tear of the disc. (This is also called disc degeneration.) … from injuries to the spine. These injuries may cause tiny tears or cracks in the outer layer (annulus or capsule) of … (nucleus) inside the disc may be forced out through the tears or cracks in the capsule. This causes the disc to …
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… Infection in the joint. Deterioration or rupture of the tendons and ligaments around the joint, leading to loss of … Infection in the joint. Deterioration or rupture of the tendons and ligaments around the joint, leading to loss of …
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… A medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury is a sprain or tear to the medial collateral ligament. The MCL is a band of … and limiting weight on the leg for 4 to 6 weeks. A severe tear may need surgery. But this usually isn't done unless … Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries Meniscus Tear Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: …
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… Overview Debridement involves removing loose fragments of tendon, thickened bursa, and other debris from around the … Overview Debridement involves removing loose fragments of tendon, thickened bursa, and other debris from around the …
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… when the patella is not firmly held by the surrounding tendons and ligaments, or when there is a problem with the … when the patella is not firmly held by the surrounding tendons and ligaments, or when there is a problem with the …
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… and may get injured or infected more easily. Ligaments and tendons lose their ability to stretch normally (elasticity). … and may get injured or infected more easily. Ligaments and tendons lose their ability to stretch normally (elasticity). …
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… to restore function to an injured deep structure, such as a tendon or ligament. Cuts: When Stitches … to restore function to an injured deep structure, such as a tendon or ligament. Cuts: When Stitches …
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… it's sticky, cracked, or torn, throw it away. It can easily tear and become a choking hazard Sterilize the soother … letting your toddler chew a soother for teething. It can tear or break and become a choking hazard Never dip a …