Monthly Archives: March 2011
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The carpal tunnel is located on the palm side of the wrist and houses a nerve to the hand. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which this nerve is pinched or compressed, resulting in pain, numbness, and weakness in …
Podiatrist vs. Orthopedic Surgeon: What Is the Difference?
If you’re experiencing foot pain, you need professional help, but where do you turn? Do you choose a podiatrist or an orthopedic surgeon? The answer depends on what your issues are and what treatment you require. What a Podiatrist Does …
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Tags: arthritis, bunions, calluses, corns, Denton Regional Medical Center, diabetes, foot surgery, hospitals North Texas, podiatry, sports injuries
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Do You Need Hip Replacement?
Does it hurt when you walk, climb stairs, or sit up in the morning? If the pain isn’t going away, and medicine hasn’t helped, hip replacement surgery could drastically improve your quality of life. Many people struggle through their daily …
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Tags: Denton Regional Medical Center, hip pain, joint replacement, physical therapy
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Knee Replacement Surgery Basics
If you suffer from knee pain, you may wonder what your options are. Some of the many possibilities are physical therapy and pain relievers. However, in some cases, surgery may be the best course of action. Knee replacements have become …
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Tags: Denton Regional Medical Center, joint replacement, knee pain, rehabilitation
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How Hypothermia Can Save a Life
Cardiac arrest is a serious issue in the United States, and medical treatment is literally a matter of life or death. However, treatment of a cardiac arrest patient isn’t simply about just getting the heart beating again; it also involves …