What is Osteopathic Medicine?
...they receive special training in the musculoskeletal system, your body’s interconnected system of nerves, muscles, and bones. By combining this knowledge with the latest advances in medical technology, they offer...
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What is Physical Therapy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...physical therapy optimizes breathing, endurance and function in both preoperative and postoperative cardiothoracic patients. Meanwhile, neurophysiotherapy is geared towards the restoration of lost muscle strength and re-training of daily living...
What is a Neurologist?
...the communication between a nerve and the muscle it works with is called an electromyogram, or EMG. This is done with electrodes on your skin or a needle put into...
Rystiggo: Side Effects, Uses, Dosage, Cost, and More
...antibodies (proteins) involved in myasthenia gravis. Myasthenia gravis is a neuromuscular disorder. It causes symptoms that affect your nerves and muscles. Examples include muscle weakness, difficulty speaking, and difficulty breathing....
What is Essential Tremor?
...muscle strength and improve muscle control, giving people with essential tremor more control over their bodies. A physical therapist can recommend which activities are beneficial and safe, depending on the...
What is Radical Resection of Tonsils, Tonsillar Pillars, and/or Retromolar Trigone: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...are made up of the palatoglossus muscle and the palate pharyngeal muscle, respectively. These structures provide support and anchor the tonsils in place. Meanwhile, the retromolar trigone is the space...
What is Breast Reconstruction with Tissue Expander: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...expand the underlying muscles and breast skin in preparation for the placement of breast implants. A tissue expander is made up of an inflatable expander and an injection dome, both...
Adenoidectomy
...could also be sore for several days, with accompanying hoarseness of voice. Some patients also report stiffness of neck and experience muscle spasms as well as a permanent change in...
What is Carpal Tunnel Release: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...the pressure exerted on the median nerve located in the wrist. The median nerve is responsible for the innervation to most of the muscles of the hand, allowing movement and...
What is Orthotics: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
...orthosis may be necessary for your condition, here are some symptoms to watch out for: Foot pain while standing Foot pain while walking Muscle tightness Recurrent muscle tears and strains...