...that stands for “Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.” RICE is primarily for acute injuries that affect the soft tissues, such as the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. With the RICE protocol,...
**Q:** What is Dislocation or Subluxation of the Proximal Radio-ulnar Joint (PRUJ)? **A:** Dislocation or subluxation of the PRUJ is a condition where the radial head (the upper end of...
...Common symptoms include: * **Skin:** Reddish butterfly-shaped rash on the face, skin ulcers, and sensitivity to ultraviolet light. * **Joints:** Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. * **Kidneys:** Kidney inflammation and...
...be affecting the joint The patient is believed to have arthritis, a broad term to indicate stiffness and inflammation of the joints. The doctor believes the pain is caused by...
...Uemura M, Sevigny J, Wells RG. Transforming growth factor-beta and substrate stiffness regulate portal fibroblast activation in culture. Hepatology. 2007 Oct. 46(4):1246-56. Al Aradi IK, Alawadhi SA, Alkhawaja FA. Earlobe...
### What is Application of Short Leg, Patellar Tendon Bearing, or Rigid Total Contact Leg Casts? Short leg, patellar tendon bearing, or rigid total contact leg casts are types of...
...What is Impingement Syndrome? Impingement syndrome is a painful condition caused by a narrowing of the space between the acromion and the deltoid muscle of the shoulder. This narrowing compresses...
...with antibiotic medication. Some patients also report stiffness in the affected part of the body, especially if it involves the joints. Reference: Fernandez, Diego L.; Jesse B. Jupiter (2002). Fractures...
...toes * Swelling and inflammation in the joints * Redness and heat in the affected area * Stiffness and reduced range of motion * Tophi (small, chalky deposits) around the...
...also less likely to activate their hamstring muscles when performing cutting movements, which can result in reduced stability of the knee joint. Who Should Undergo and Expected Results Patients with...