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I strained my hamstring muscle just doing a simple exercise activity. It doesn't seem to be getting better. When should I stretch it: before or after working out?4 years 3 weeks ago309
I strained my right hamstring muscle three months ago. At first, I could deal with the pain using anti-inflammatory medication. I'm just now getting back to sports, and the pain is still there. Should I continue taking the medicine?8 years 4 weeks ago710
I teach high school physical education. Every year we have a group of boys who want to join the Marine Corps. They ask us to help them get ready for boot camp. What can we do to help these fellows?4 years 22 weeks ago266
I thought studies showed that women could lower their risk of breast cancer by keeping physically active. Now I see that recreational activity may not lower my risk of breast cancer. Is this true?7 years 36 weeks ago278
I took a little quiz as part of a health care study. It seemed like they just asked the same question in different ways. Why is that?4 years 14 weeks ago272
I took a Swiss ball class at the local women's club. I'm thinking about buying a ball and working out at home. How do you know which size ball to use?4 years 36 weeks ago311
I took advantage of the new law that says patients can look at their medical records. There's a doctor's note that says I had a "closed reduction under anesthesia." I have no idea what this means. If I didn’t really have this, how do I change my record?4 years 23 weeks ago274
I took my mother in for her regular check up with the nurse practitioner. They seemed very concerned about her blood pressure. Her blood pressure was taken in each arm and while sitting and standing. She wasn't put on any blood pressure medication so what's this all about?5 years 3 weeks ago259
I took some medication with codeine in it and did fine but I have a friend who got addicted quickly. It seems all her family members have a problem with addiction to prescription painkillers. Is this an inherited tendency?3 years 26 weeks ago276
I tore my left hamstring muscle in a football game last year. It's the start of training season. I'm worried about tearing it again. Are my risks of muscle injury greater because I've already had one tear?5 years 45 weeks ago328
I used to be a competitive jump rope skipper. Now that I'm menopausal I've been thinking of starting to jump rope again. I've heard it can strengthen my bones. Is this true?4 years 36 weeks ago381
I was diagnosed with lupus (the systemic kind) about six months ago. When I went to the clinic for my check up last week, I noticed many of the people there have terrible looking skin. When does this start to develop?2 years 20 weeks ago277
I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis after having Lyme's disease about ten years ago. None of the regular drugs have been much help. I feel better for a short while, then back to the same old symptoms. Is there anything new on the market?3 years 17 weeks ago315
I was in a car accident and fractured my forearm in six places. I'm in a special splint with pins and wires. About two weeks ago I was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome, type 1. How many types are there and what's the difference?5 years 29 weeks ago278
I was in a car accident and fractured my forearm in six places. I'm in a special splint with pins and wires. About two weeks ago I was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome, type 1. How many types are there and what's the difference?5 years 33 weeks ago252
I was in a study at work to find out how much health care really costs the workers versus the employer. For three months I wrote down every penny I spent on any health care cost. I did this for two separate time periods (each three months long). It seemed to me that whenever I kept this cost diary, nothing happened. As soon as the time ended, I ended up paying out-of-pocket for something. Is this kind of study really accurate?5 years 37 weeks ago248
I was recently diagnosed with fibromyalgia syndrome. I can't believe how many other women I've found who have the same problem. Is this a problem just among American women? Maybe if we had to struggle everyday just to get water or feed our families, we wouldn't notice a few extra aches and pains.3 years 2 weeks ago281
I was recently told by my doctor that I have fibromyalgia. Where can I get more information about this condition?3 years 11 weeks ago283
I was taking an anti-inflammatory for my arthritis called Vioxx. Then it was taken off the market. Will it come back?4 years 18 weeks ago258
I was taking Vioxx® for my arthritis. Then it was taken off the market. I heard there's an even better drug being used in Europe called Bextra. When will we be able to have this drug in the United States?4 years 52 weeks ago305
I was told that doing household activities at a moderate intensity may lower my risk for breast cancer. What exactly does this include?7 years 36 weeks ago320
I was treated for prostate cancer two years ago. Now I have weak bones from the treatment. Does this happen to everyone?5 years 3 weeks ago261
I watched a video at the hospital that showed how they can use bone substitute instead of bone graft now for problems with fractures that leave a hole or don't heal. How can anything manmade be better than what God put in us?1 year 3 weeks ago150
I watched much of the summer olympics this year. Track events are my favorite. I couldn't help but wonder what makes one runner better than another? They must all train hard. The difference between a gold and silver medal is often only a fraction of a second.5 years 3 weeks ago258
I went to a large box company to apply for a job. On the front door was a sign saying that all applicants would be screened for substance use. This really surprised me. Is it such a big problem that they do pre-employment screening now?1 year 50 weeks ago203
I went to a physical therapist and had three sessions of iontophoresis for tendonitis. I couldn't believe how good it worked. Just exactly how does this treatment cure tendonitis?1 year 25 weeks ago956
I went to my doctor for a regular check up and came out with osteoarthritis I didn't know I had. The X-rays show I'm about out of cartilage and walking with bone on bone. Why don't I have any pain or other symptoms of this problem? Can this be right?4 years 52 weeks ago295
I went to see my doctor because my hands were starting to bother me. I found out I have rheumatoid arthritis. My Grandma had this condition. Her hands were all gnarled up and very painful. The doctor assures me today's treatment is much better for this problem. What can I expect over the next 20 years?2 years 40 weeks ago570
I work at a senior citizen center with older adults who have knee and hip osteoarthritis. Is there any truth to the idea that people with a higher education level have milder arthritis disease?1 year 19 weeks ago166
I work for a construction company that builds skyscrapers. This involves a lot of heavy lifting and hard work. I'm the only woman on the crew and have a hard time keeping up with the guys. (Most are twice my weight.) I keep in good shape by running and stretching regularly. Any other suggestions?8 years 4 weeks ago338
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