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Musculoskeletal conditions can occur in many parts of the body. Find information on chronic conditions such as arthritis, back pain and foot pain.
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How Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Works
What if your muscles, tendons and ligaments turned to bone? What if you formed a second skeleton on top of the one you already have? That's what happens with FOP.
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How Hip Dysplasia Works
Many people think of hip dysplasia in the context of big dogs or little babies. But adults, especially women, can have it, too. What causes this malformation of the hip, and how can doctors treat it?
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How Osteogenesis Imperfecta Works
How could a high-five or a handshake lead to a wrist fracture? People with osteogenesis imperfecta must carefully consider these seemingly innocent actions to prevent broken bones.
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Why is sitting in a chair for long periods bad for your back?
If sitting still all day long at work leaves you feeling like you just spent eight hours lifting heavy boxes, you're not alone. About eight out of 10 people report having some back pain, and our desk chairs could be to blame.
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Everyday Foot Problems
Feet are like snowflakes: no two are the same--even those on the same body. While many foot problems are hereditary, many can be caused by your shoes. Learn some easy suggestions to treat more common foot problems like calluses, corns, and bunions.
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Foot Injuries
Feet are among the most complex and hardest-working body parts we have--no wonder they get injured every now and then. Learn how to ease, treat, or even avoid, the pain of blisters, gout, ankle sprains, fallen arches, and other ailments in your feet.
See more »10 Ways To Deal With Bursitis
Bursitis, or "popeye elbow" is caused by bumping, bruising or overuse. Find out 10 ways to deal with bursitis.
See more »6 Suggestions for the Treatment of Gout
Gout comes on very suddenly, produces severe pain, and usually lasts three to five days if untreated. Joints can become so swollen and inflamed that the patient develops a fever and chills.
See more »How to Adjust to Life With Arthritis
Over time we may take for granted the freedom to walk up a flight of stairs. The biggest adjustment for the patient is usually this loss movement. Learn how to adjust to life with arthritis.
See more »How to Relieve Back Pain
Maybe you lifted something heavy or swung a golf club too enthusiastically. Whatever the reason, now your back is out and you're wishing for something to end the agony. Learn how to relieve back pain.
See more »Bone Dislocation Animation
A dislocation usually occurs as a result of force to a joint. This animation illustrates what happens to the bone and muscle.
See more »Bunions
Bunions are usually caused by prolonged pressure. Find out more about bunions here with this animation showing how bunions form.
See more »Gout
Gout is caused by increased production of uric acid. As it spreads throughout the body, uric acid crystallizes in the joints, which results in pain and swelling. Watch this animation to see how it develops.
See more »Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and is associated with the aging process. This animation illustrates what happens to your bones when you suffer from osteoarthritis.
See more »Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition that leads to the loss of bone mass. This animation illustrates what is going on inside the body when someone has osteoporosis.
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