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After a knee surgery how long should one wait before resuming any sport?

My husband recently underwent a knee surgery because of a ligament tear. He likes to play cricket on his free time, and we would like to know how long should he wait before he...
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At what age should my wife check her bone density levels?

My wife is 28 years old and has just delivered our baby. I have been reading about osteoporosis in women. When should I get her bone denisity levels checked so that the problem...
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Does cracking my knuckles weaken my bones?

I have a habit of cracking my knuckles. I've always heard this can weaken my bones but I've been doing it all my life. Is it true?
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Right brachial plexus birth from injury

I played football all throughout high school and worked out and my left arm is bigger than my right, due to the fact that I have poor range of potion. I have no right deltoid,...
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What is the effect of mobile phones on the hands?

Can constant typing on mobile phones cause a strain on the hand bones/muscles and make them weaker? How can we counteract this?
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Can frequent usage of ice packs after playing a sport cause any side effects?

I am a tennis player and I often end up straining my leg muscles. I use ice packs often to reduce the pain. Is it bad for me?
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I have hip pain due to hip arthritis, but now my knees are also hurting. What could be the reason?

I am suffering from hip arthritis due to which I have some radiating pain in my hips. However, now the pain is also extending on to my knees. Is the arthritis spreading? What...
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I have osteoporosis and a spine fracture. How long will it take for me to be fully cured?

I am suffering from osteoporosis and recently have been diagnosed with a L3 spinal fracture. What will be my ideal recovery period? My treatment for the condition has been going...
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I feel slight numbness in my left foot. What could be the reason for this?

I am suffering from slight numbness in the inner part of my left foot. What could be the reason for this? Is there any treatment that I should take?
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I recently recovered from a fractured finger. But after removing the cast, the finger still seems swollen. What could be the reason?

I had fractured my finger about 3 months back and a six weeks cast put on it. However, my finger still seems to be swollen. What could be the reason for this?
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Can a childhood fracture hurt in adulthood?

I suffered a shoulder fracture when I was a kid 7 years old. I am now 27 years old and I am having a pain at the same point. Is it normal?
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Can a fracture change the structure of my finger forever?

I have had a fracture and now my finger seems to be tilted. Can my finger structure change because of a fracture?
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Is osteoarthritis a heriditary disease?

My mother and grandfather both had osteoarthritis . Is it likely that I can suffer from this disease too? Is there any way that I can prevent it from occurring for me?
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How can fibromyalgia be managed?

My wife has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, after experiencing odd episodes of pain for as long as we can remember. The doctor has started her treatment with medication. What...
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What impact can my excess weight have on my knees?

I have been overweight for around 3 years and have been incorporating more moderate exercise to get to a normal weight. What is the impact my excess weight likely to have on my...
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At what age should one be concerned about osteoporosis?

What is the right age to undergo testing for osteoporosis? Are there any symptoms that one should look for or just go for a preventive test?
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Severe trapezoid strain

I have had an injury due to sitting at a workstation that was not ergonomic set up in which my left arm hung straight down for 1 year, no where to rest as the chair was broken...
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Can heel spurs be treated?

I have severe pain in my heels after I played tennis last week. I'm not sure about what to do other than taking medication, but I read online that this could be due to heel spurs?...
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How is sciatica pain diagnosed?

I am having a lot of pain around my hips, but I don't know what to do since it doesn't seem to be coming from anywhere on my body that is external. How is sciatica pain diagnosed...
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We believe my mother dislocated her shoulder. What should we do?

My mother is 65 years old and is currently on medication for her arthritis. She recently had a fall, which I believe dislocated her shoulder. We haven't taken her to the doctor...
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