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HYPERMOBILITY

HYPERMOBILITY Hypermobility describes joints that easily move and stretch farther than their normal range of movement. People with hypermobility are usually flexible than other people and are able to move into positions others find quite impossible For example, some hypermobile people can bend their thumbs backward to their wrists, put their legs behind their heads, …

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Epidural Headaches: What You Need to Know

Epidural Headaches An epidural headache occurs after you have received an epidural injection. It is also known as spinal headache or post-dural puncture headache (PDPH). Epidural injections are not just related to childbirth. Healthcare professionals may administer them for several reasons, such as pain management, anesthesia before surgery, spinal cord stimulator placement, and more. Although …

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Bradykinesia

Bradykinesia Bradykinesia is the freezing of voluntary movements. A doctor will inevitably look for this symptom when treating Parkinson’s disease. It can also be due to the use of certain medications. Certain health disabilities such as joint or muscle stiffness, slow movements due to pain do not mean Bradykinesia.   Causes Any specific causes of Bradykinesia …

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What is the difference between a heart attack and a heart failure?

What is the difference between a heart attack and a heart failure? The heart is the means of oxygen and nutrients to all the organs of the body. Any damage to the heart would result in unhealthy organs. Heart Attack Heart attack is scientifically known as myocardial infarction. This occurs when an artery leading to …

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Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis Atherosclerosis is a specific type of arteriosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on your artery walls. This buildup is called plaque. The plaque can cause your arteries to narrow, blocking blood flow. The plaque can also burst, leading to a blood clot. Although atherosclerosis is often considered …

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