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Carpal tunnel syndrome: the pain at the end of the tunnel
Read moreIn the wrist, the median nerve and flexor tendons cross a narrow “tunnel” called the carpal tunnel. When carpal tunnel syndrome occurs, the canal starts to shrink, which in turn compresses the nerve and results in inflammation. This causes hand…
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Plantar fasciitis: rock in your shoe
By - in Musculoskeletal DisordersRead morePlantar fasciitis is an injury to the plantar fascia, a fibrous, somewhat inflexible ligament supporting the sole of your foot. Repetitive movements that stretch the plantar fascia can cause small tears that lead to swelling and pain.
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Epicondylitis: the outer elbow injury
By - in Musculoskeletal DisordersRead moreThe painful condition known as Epicondylitis, in fact, a tendonitis of the elbow, is commonly referred to as “Tennis elbow”. It is characterized by pain and point tenderness in the region of the epicondyle – a small protrusion in the…
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