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I haven't been feeling well for quite some time. I was told I had a thyroid problem (low thyroid). Now they say I have fibromyalgia. Are these two problems connected somehow?1 year 28 weeks ago231
I heard a news report that sea coral can be used to fuse bones together. Is this true?4 years 33 weeks ago326
I heard a report that they are using stem cells now to heal arthritis. Is this true and if so, where can I go to get this treatment?1 year 39 weeks ago208
I heard on the news that the government has released new guidelines for exercise. What are they, and who are they for?7 years 41 weeks ago273
I heard that smokers are more depressed than nonsmokers. What's the relationship between smoking and depression?7 years 34 weeks ago274
I heard that the average adult loses one to three inches in height by age 70. Are men or women more likely to lose height as they age?7 years 34 weeks ago238
I heard that there was some kind of lung exerciser that was supposed to make your breathing muscles stronger. Is there such a thing?8 years 24 weeks ago309
I heard that when a human is standing upright and perfectly still, no muscle is contracting. Is this true?4 years 13 weeks ago289
I heard the term disease mongering on a talk radio show. What does it mean?3 years 3 weeks ago261
I heard there is a new glue that can be used for bone fractures instead of casting or surgery. Is this available everywhere? What is it called?7 years 31 weeks ago305
I heard there's a medical cure for rheumatoid arthritis now. My grandma suffers from this greatly. How can I find out more about this cure?3 years 49 weeks ago313
I heard there's going to be a shortage of surgeons able to do joint replacements on us older types. What's happening to cause this kind of shift?38 weeks 2 days ago87
I hurt my arm in a car accident and now I'm in rehab. I found an older book (1959) on anatomy to help me understand the exercises I'm doing. Now I'm wondering if I need a more up-to-date book. Is anatomy the same today as it was in the 1950s?5 years 24 weeks ago303
I hurt my calf muscle playing basketball last week. My doctor said that I have a "grade three" strain of the muscle. How badly did I hurt myself, and how will this affect my ability to play sports?8 years 4 weeks ago946
I injured my back in a work-related activity. Workers' compensation is covering my medical expenses. I see there is an ongoing study at the clinic for anyone who has a back injury. The notice says that anyone on workers' comp can't participate. What's different about workers' comp that keeps me from being part of the study?7 years 36 weeks ago250
I injured my back two years ago and had a disc removed at that time. I've been reading up on the importance of core strength. How can I improve my core strength without risking more disc damage?5 years 20 weeks ago297
I just bought a laundry business. There are many expenses related to the use of sick leave for workers with muscle and joint problems. How do we start looking for ways to change this?4 years 14 weeks ago278
I just came back from the doctor's with a diagnosis of septic arthritis. I've been scheduled for arthroscopy this afternoon so I'm trying to find out everything I can about this problem. The first question is: do I really need this surgery?2 years 43 weeks ago308
I just got a job in a nursing home. I know I'll be lifting patients, and I'm a little worried because I'm out of shape. Would doing sit-ups help me get ready?5 years 45 weeks ago267
I just got my preop instructions for a total knee replacement. I was told to shower the night before but not to shave my legs. That seems like contradictory advice. I always shave when I shower. Why do they give out these instructions?3 years 27 weeks ago354
I just got word from our hospital administrator that we will be required to survey patients before and after treatment. We're supposed to find out who gets better and analyze why. This will help us improve our treatment and make it more specific for each patient. The goal is to get the best outcome possible. The problem is that we already have three long pages of information we collect from everyone. How can we streamline this task?1 year 24 weeks ago171
I just had bone mineral density studies done and found out I'm becoming osteoporotic. The doctor is sending me to a special exercise program for people with this problem. How long will it take to build up my bones again? When should I have the next test?4 years 51 weeks ago259
I just started a new yoga class. The instructor has us do a lot of slow forward bending while sitting. I already sit for long hours in front of my computer. Doesn't it seem like I should be doing more extension movements to counter act this?4 years 31 weeks ago270
I just started going to a beginning yoga class. One of the poses is for standing balance. I'm only 34, but I'm having trouble standing on one leg without falling over. Is this normal?5 years 37 weeks ago320
I just started taking Fosamax for osteoporosis. My doctor told me to avoid eating before taking the drug and to remain sitting up for 30 minutes after taking it. Why is this important?6 years 36 weeks ago300
I just started working in a homeless center. There are a lot of injection drug users. The staff told me to watch for infections in these people. What's the connection between shooting drugs and infection?5 years 45 weeks ago282
I just took a new job with a capitated health care plan. What does this mean?5 years 45 weeks ago870
I keep hearing about exercise programs to train the "core" muscles. What are these and what works best?4 years 47 weeks ago296
I keep hearing conflicting reports on diet for gout. My husband has occasional flare-ups, so I try to make sure I only cook and serve things that won't bother him. We don't really eat much lunchmeat, sausage, or other meats they tell us to avoid. What else can I do?1 year 2 weeks ago442
I keep reading about using glucosamine for arthritis. Will it help me?8 years 39 weeks ago341
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