MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS

Musculoskeletal conditions affect the movement of the body through the muscles, joints, ligaments or bones. Learn about common ailments here.

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10 Ways to Deal With Bursitis

Sometimes, too much of a good thing can hurt. And if you've aggravated your bursa -- a fluid-filled cavity that protects and lubricate your joints -- it's not something to be ignored.

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  • Shin Pain
    Shin Pain

    Shin pain often afflicts people who have just begun a walking or running routine, and it usually goes away over time. Learn about the causes of shin pain and what you can do to ease the pain. See more »

  • Shin Splints
    Shin Splints

    Shin splints is a blanket description for pain in the shins and lower leg from overuse. Learn how to avoid and treat shin splints. See more »

  • Shouldering the Pain
    Shouldering the Pain

    Pain in the shoulders, or even just one shoulder, can be nearly debilitating. Learn about complications associated with shoulder and rotator cuff injuries and irritations. See more »

  • Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD)
    Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD)

    Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) is characterized by a clicking and locking of the temporomandibular joint where the jaw connects to the skull near the ear. Learn about physical issues related to temporomandibular joint dysfunction. See more »

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

    Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a nagging disorder presenting discomfort and numbness. Though it can be fixed through surgery, other factors can help prevent its onset and lessen its severity. Learn about treating carpal tunnel syndrome. See more »

  • Focus on Fibromyalgia
    Focus on Fibromyalgia

    Fibromyalgia is defined as pain that distributes throughout the body and affects many muscles. Learn about common trigger points and get tips on finding balance to combat fibromyalgia. See more »

  • Function of the Shoulder Blades
    Function of the Shoulder Blades

    The shoulder blade provides the foundation for proper shoulder joint function and shoulder health. Learn about the purpose of the shoulder blades and find out what problems can prohibit proper function. See more »

  • IT Band Pain
    IT Band Pain

    The IT band is commonly problematic in people who run or bike and is especially susceptible to injury when an exercise program is progressed or altered too quickly. Learn about the symptoms and treatment of IT band pain. See more »

  • Tendinitis
    Tendinitis

    A tendinitis diagnosis refers to inflammation of the tendon, the structure that connects muscle to the bone it moves. Learn about ASTYM, the latest strategy for correcting tendinitis. See more »

  • Tennis Elbow
    Tennis Elbow

    Tennis elbow is a simple title for an issue with a much longer name, lateral epicondylitis. Learn how to get back in the game by treating the pains of tennis elbow. See more »

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  • Men and women have different heart attack symptoms, and it’s actually more difficult for women to tell when they are having an attack. Women who feel faint or short of breath should call 911.
  • Get up from your desk. People who sit hunched over their computer for most of the day are 54 percent more likely to die of heart attacks.
  • Eating well and exercising regularly has a greater impact on your risk for heart disease than your family history.
  • Make time for teatime. Researchers believe that sipping three cups of tea per day can decrease the risk of heart attack by 11 percent. Green tea, especially, may hold heart health benefits.
  • Get moving to avoid heart disease. For every minute you walk, your life is extended by 1.5 to two minutes.

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