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What is the difference between 'Ice' and 'Heat' for pain?
Created by Jaspreet Kaur (1 month ago)
Use Ice for acute injuries (first 48 hours) to reduce swelling. Use Heat for chronic muscle pain or stiffness to increase blood flow and relax the tissue.
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What is 'Scoliosis'?
Created by Anna Rodrigues (1 month ago)
It is a sideways curvature of the spine that occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty.
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How long does it take for a 'Bone' to heal?
Created by Mary D'Costa (1 month ago)
On average, most fractures take 6 to 8 weeks to heal, though this varies significantly depending on the bone involved, the person's age, and their overall health.
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Is 'Cracking Knuckles' bad for you?
Created by Harpreet Kaur (1 month ago)
No. The sound is caused by gas bubbles bursting in the joint fluid. There is no evidence that it leads to arthritis, though it might cause temporary swelling in some.
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What is 'Osteoporosis'?
Created by Maria Fernandes (1 month ago)
It is a bone disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone or makes too little bone, making them weak and brittle—increasing the risk of fractures from minor falls.
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Can 'Flat Feet' cause back pain?
Created by Harpreet Singh (1 month ago)
Yes. Because flat feet change the alignment of your legs when you stand or walk, they can cause a chain reaction of pain in the ankles, knees, hips, and lower back.
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What is 'Tennis Elbow'?
Created by Rahul Pandey (1 month ago)
It is an overuse injury caused by repetitive motion of the wrist and arm. You don't have to play tennis to get it; it’s common in painters, plumbers, and carpenters.
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What is 'ACL' surgery?
Created by Elizabeth Rodrigues (1 month ago)
It is the reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament, a key stabilizing ligament in the knee. It is a common surgery for athletes who have suffered a severe knee twist.
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What is 'Sciatica'?
Created by Simran Kaur (1 month ago)
It is pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve—from the lower back, through the hips and buttocks, and down each leg. It is usually caused by a herniated disc.
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What is 'Frozen Shoulder'?
Created by John D'Souza (1 month ago)
Also known as adhesive capsulitis, it involves stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint. Symptoms typically begin gradually, worsen over time, and then resolve, usually within one to three years.
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