There is nothing like a strained muscle or tendon to remind you that every part of your body is connected. When you have a serious injury, it is amazing (although painful) to recognize how a small twitch of a finger can require muscles all through your body. To help you get back to twitching without pain, we have assembled information on a number of conditions. Reading these articles should help you determine the nature of your injury, and give you some advice about potential treatments, and ways to get you back to full productivity. Remember, these are supplementary resources to be used in consultation with a doctor. We have lots of great ideas, but without the guidance of a professional, even the best ideas will not be as effective as the right treatment. By applying a little caution, you can be back to normal faster than you expect!
Pinched nerves are also known as compressed nerves. Excessive pressure on the surrounding tissues can lead to the condition. Repetitive actions, poor posture, and everyday movements like crossing the legs are known causes. The surrounding tissues include bones, cartilage, muscles,…
There are many types of cysts that are categorized based on how they are formed, where they are located, and the type of fluid in the cyst. A ganglion cyst, sometimes called a Bible cyst, develops along joints or tendons,…
Wasp stings can befall anyone, especially during the warm weathers when most people prefer to stay outdoors. While they can be painful and uncomfortable, most people recover within no time and without complications. Wasps, hornets, and bees have the same…
Nausea is a common problem for most people at one time or another. Knowing how to quickly ease this uncomfortable condition can be a lifesaver so that you feel better and avoid the possibility of vomiting. As is true with…
Kennel cough is a condition that typically affects dogs. However, it really isn’t all that different from the common cold that humans get. Many of the natural remedies that we use when we get a cough will work just as…
With so many antibiotics on the market these days, it can be hard to keep them all straight. It is important to be well-informed about your medication before you begin taking it, which includes knowing the common major and minor…
The collection of clotted blood outside of a blood vessel due to an injury to a blood vessel wall where blood seeps out into tissues where it doesn’t belong is referred to as a hematoma. The bleed could be very…
In the middle of the front of the neck is a small gland with flared sides that make it look like a butterfly. It is called a thyroid. Most people have heard about it from the weight loss pill commercials…
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is the name for several rare, genetic diseases that affect collagen. Collagen is a protein that is found all over the body and helps to strengthen connective tissue and allow joints to be flexible. A person who has…
The term “groin pain” is sometimes used to describe pain in the genitals but also includes the surrounding areas between the abdomen and thigh. Many different organs could be the culprit for pain including muscles, tendons, bones, reproductive organs or…