Below is a list of 8 things you should keep in mind about the condition known as diabetic neuropathy. This information is intended for advice only and should not be used to inform any kind of lifestyle changes or choices, nor should it be a reason to tweak treatment plans or medication in the treatment […]
Conditions
14 Things to Know About Radiculopathy
Any kind of degeneration of the cervical spine (the part of the spine found in the neck) can result in several different conditions that could potentially cause problems. These are usually divided between problems that come from mechanical problems in the neck and problems which come from nerves being irritated or pinched. Cervical radiculopathy is […]
20 Potential Causes of Shoulder Blade Pain
Pain in the shoulder blades is not uncommon; in fact, it is estimated that as many as 67 percents of Americans will experience this type of pain at some point in their lives. The pain can occur directly in the shoulder blades themselves, in the space that lies between the shoulder blades, or in the […]
14 Common Signs & Symptoms of Ganglion Cyst
Ganglion cysts are lumps that typically develop on the hands or wrists of seniors. These non-cancerous cysts do not present a life-threatening situation, and doctors are still unsure about what causes the ganglion cyst to appear. Ganglion cysts vary in size, from as small as a pea, to an inch or larger in diameter. The […]
14 Signs Your Knee Pain is Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osgood Schlatter Disease is a fairly common cause of knee pain. It is most common in adolescents and more commonly affects males more than females, although with more females being active in sports, the gender gap for this health issue has narrowed. It most commonly occurs among children who play sports that involve jumping, running, […]
14 Possible Causes of Meralgia Paresthetica
Meralgia paresthetica refers to a medical condition that causes a person to experience numbness, tingling, and burning pain around the outer area of the thigh. This painful sensation is caused by the nerve that supplies the sensations to the outer area of the thigh being compressed. The condition is typically treated using conservative measures such […]