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… Healthy physical activity in pregnancy Last updated August 8, 2013 It's never … regimes modified as needed while your pregnancy progresses. Flexibility activities that involve bending and stretching …
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… Exercise and Physical Activity Ideas On this page: Overview Overview Aerobic exercises increase the flow of oxygen to your muscles. This …
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… Spinal X-Ray On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How … Check the spine for problems present at birth (congenital conditions), such as spina bifida , in infants, children, or … collar) in place, X-ray pictures may be taken and a physical examination done to see whether the brace can be …
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… Spinal Manipulation On this page: Overview Overview Spinal manipulation is a treatment that uses pressure on a … the spine to improve pain and function. It is also called spinal adjustment. The manipulation can be done with the …
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… Precautions for flexibility activities Last updated December 1, 2016 Being more physically active can help you feel better, deal with stress … Stretching and reaching activities help promote safe and healthy joints and muscles. Here are some precautions to …
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… Physical activity Overview Physical activity refers to any bodily … below to learn how physical activity can benefit generally healthy people of all ages and people living with chronic conditions or disabilities and how to take steps toward …
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… Cervical Spinal Stenosis On this page: Conditions Basics Related … stenosis usually is based on your history of symptoms and a physical examination. Your doctor will ask you if neck …
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… Umbilical Cord Care On this page: Overview Overview After the umbilical cord is cut at birth, a stump of tissue remains attached to … after birth. It is important that you keep the umbilical cord stump and surrounding skin clean and dry. This basic …
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… Preventing injuries from physical activity Last updated November 30, 2014 Whenever children play actively, there’s always a chance of injury. But injury prevention involves just a few simple …
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… Lumbar Spinal Stenosis On this page: Health Tools … of spinal discs and joints over time. Any of these conditions can narrow the spinal canal. What are the … by asking about the history of your symptoms, doing a physical examination, and using imaging tests. The tests may …
