Once the joints in the fingers start to hurt, it can limit the ability of the individual to perform daily activities whether at home or at work. It is important to note that arthritis is characterized by swelling, redness and joint pain due to the inflammation. When it comes to osteoarthritis or degenerative arthritis, it […]
Archive | November, 2015
Early indications of finger arthritis
Always bear in mind that arthritis affects millions of individuals all over the glove. There are two main forms of arthritis that affects the fingers – osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. When it comes to osteoarthritis, it is caused by the breakdown of cartilage that provides padding in between the bones in the joints. As for […]
What are the foods that trigger flare-ups of arthritis?
For many years, it was believed that the diet could not help manage arthritis. Based on the recent studies conducted, it was revealed that this inflammatory condition can be managed or even worsened by diet. There are certain foods that can trigger issues for individuals who have arthritis which generates sore swelling of the joints. […]
Home remedies for inflamed joints
Inflamed joints are characterized by stiffness, pain and swelling as well as evident reddening in the knees, ankles, hips, wrists or any other joint in the body. Arthritis is a form of joint inflammation that develops once the cartilage in between the joints is worn out, thus causing the bones to brush against each other. […]
How to manage avulsion fractures
Avulsion fractures develop once a tendon or ligament attached to a bone partly detaches and drags along a bone fragment. This type of fracture typically occurs due to forceful muscular contractions. Among children, avulsion fractures are quite common in areas of bone that are made up of cartilage. Avulsion fractures are not usually complicated and […]
Management of greenstick fractures of the wrist
Greenstick fractures are exclusive to children and considered as the most common form of fracture in the age group. The fractures that occur on children are different from adults due to the anatomical and physiological variances in the developing skeleton. Remember that the bones of children are softer and more porous than the adults, thus […]
How to prevent dance injuries
Many individuals do not think of dancing as a sport, but the physical demands placed on the body when dancing can put an individual at risk for dance injuries just like with other sports. It is important to note that most professional dancers start dancing at 5 or 6 years old. The repetitive practice of […]
Close look on overuse injuries
There are two main forms of injures – acute and overuse injuries. When it comes to acute injuries, they are usually the result of a traumatic event such as shoulder dislocations, wrist fractures, ankle sprains and hamstring strains. As for overuse injuries, they are common in various types of sports and usually subtle and develop […]
Can plums trigger an allergic reaction?
There are reported cases of deaths among individuals who suffer from food allergies. The usual foods that are known to trigger allergies include milk, soy, eggs, wheat, shellfish, peanuts, fish and tree nuts. An individual might be allergic to other foods as well including plums. If an individual is highly sensitive or allergic to plums, […]
What to do for allergy to live chickens?
Just like with other animals, chickens are capable of triggering allergic reactions in some individuals. Always bear in mind that the saliva, urine and skin cells of feathered animals can instigate symptoms such as runny nose, itchy eyes and rashes. The excrement of chickens can also trigger allergic reactions in some highly sensitive individuals. Additionally, […]