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Question: What does the recovery and physical therapy entail for elbow replacement surgery?
Answer: You'll do ârange of motionâ exercises, such as bending and straightening your arm. Elbow replacement usually reduces pain and helps your elbow work better. But it may not make the joint as good as it was before disease or injury hurt it. You'll need to avoid activities that can cause further injury, such as hammering, playing contact sports, and lifting heavy weights. With good care, your new elbow should serve you well for many years.
Question: What is the typical recovery and physical therapy plan for elbow replacement surgery?
Answer: You'll do ârange of motionâ exercises, such as bending and straightening your arm. Elbow replacement usually reduces pain and helps your elbow work better. But it may not make the joint as good as it was before disease or injury hurt it. You'll need to avoid activities that can cause further injury, such as hammering, playing contact sports, and lifting heavy weights. With good care, your new elbow should serve you well for many years.
Question: What is elbow replacement surgery?
Answer: The procedure is similar to hip and knee replacements. The most common complications are: Infection Injury to nerves and blood vessels Allergic reaction to the artificial joint Broken bone Stiffness or instability of the joint Loosening or wearing of the artificial parts Weakness or failure in the tendons of your arm Pain There are risks because of the anesthesia, such as an allergic reaction to those medicines and breathing problems. But it may not make the joint as good as it was before disease or injury hurt it.
Question: What happens during elbow replacement surgery?
Answer: The most common complications are: Infection Injury to nerves and blood vessels Allergic reaction to the artificial joint Broken bone Stiffness or instability of the joint Loosening or wearing of the artificial parts Weakness or failure in the tendons of your arm Pain There are risks because of the anesthesia, such as an allergic reaction to those medicines and breathing problems. But it may not make the joint as good as it was before disease or injury hurt it.
Question: How long does elbow replacement surgery take?
Answer: You'll get anesthesia, so you won't be âawakeâ for it. You'll need to stay in the hospital for up to 4 days. Elbow replacement usually reduces pain and helps your elbow work better.
Question: How should you follow up after leaving the hospital or doctor's office with a broken hand?
Answer: Follow-up After you leave the hospital or doctor's office, you can make your healing process as successful as possible by following this advice. Read any instructions given to you by the hospital and ask questions about those that you do not understand. Several studies have shown that instructional material is often not read or incompletely understood. If you are placed in a splint, do not remove it until you are told to do so. Take the pain medicine as recommended. Often, a hand injury will throb all night, keeping you awake. Keep the hand elevated as much as possible. This will reduce pain and decrease swelling. Keep your follow-up appointments and take all medicines as directed.
Question: How can you treat a broken hand through self-care at home?
Answer: Generally, any hand injury -- except for the most minor one -- should be seen by a doctor. Simple first aid, however, can help prevent further injury. Control any bleeding by placing a clean cloth or gauze pad over the wound. As soon as the injury has occurred, apply ice to the injured area to decrease pain and reduce swelling. Remove any jewelry immediately. The hand may swell dramatically, and jewelry will be almost impossible to remove after the swelling has started. Contact your doctor, who will often refer you to an emergency department for diagnosis and treatment. If the hand is obviously deformed, try to support the injured hand by placing it on a pillow and carrying the pillow with you to the hospital or doctor's office. Take acetaminophen ( Tylenol) or ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin) as directed on the label for pain.
Question: What are synonyms and keywords for a broken hand?
Answer: fractured hand, hand injury, broken hand
Question: What is the most common cause of a broken hand?
Answer: The hand is composed of 27 bones, including those in the wrist. Broken bones most commonly result from a direct blow to the hand or a fall onto the hand. Common injuries include fractures of the fingertip, or of the pinkie side of the palm, or of the thumb.
Question: How can you prevent a broken hand?
Answer: Practice household safety measures, especially with small children, to decrease the chances of all injuries, including those to the hands. Get timely medical evaluation and treatment to prevent the long-term disability of a hand injury. Avoid using your hands to punch, hit, or pound any objects in anger. Many injuries to the hands are self-inflicted in this manner.
Question: What are the terms that doctors use to describe bones in the hand?
Answer: When doctors describe the bones in the hand, they use several terms. Carpals are the 8 bones in the wrist. They are not actually part of the hand but are vital for its function. Metacarpals are the 5 bones that form the palm of the hand. Phalanges are the 14 small bones that, when strung together, form the thumb and fingers. The thumb has 2 phalanges. The other 4 fingers are made of 3 phalanges each. The knuckles of the hand are referred to as the MCP joint, which stands for metacarpal-phalangeal joint (because the fingers, composed of phalanges, join the palm, made of metacarpals). The joints in the fingers are called the PIP and DIP joints. The PIP joint is the proximal interphalangeal joint and is the joint closest to the palm. The DIP joint is the distal interphalangeal joint and is the joint closest to the fingertip. The fingers are called the thumb, index finger, middle (or long) finger, ring finger, and pinky (or small) finger. The handedness (right or left) of the person is called the dominance of the hand. If you are left-handed, then you are left-hand dominant.
Question: What medical treatment is there for a broken hand?
Answer: Because of the complexity of the hand, treatment of hand injuries can become involved. The procedure is usually as follows: The doctor will usually obtain an X-ray. Your hand may be partially numbed by injecting the nerves at the wrist or at the base of a finger. Wounds will be carefully irrigated and explored. Any cuts usually will be closed carefully (whether with stitches or other means). You may be given antibiotics to keep the wound from becoming infected. The injured part will be immobilized in a splint to hold it in a particular position. You may be referred to a hand specialist (orthopedic or plastic surgeon). You may receive pain medicine to use for several days after the injury.
Question: How can you prevent a broken hand while playing sports?
Answer: Use appropriate safety equipment while playing sports to prevent or limit the extent of fractures. Hand and wrist guards are appropriate when playing certain sports (rollerblading, lacrosse, hockey). Sports that involve a ball (football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball) are more likely to cause hand injuries. Take special care when playing these games.
Question: What are symptoms of a broken hand?
Answer: Most injuries of the hand are fairly obvious. The symptoms may include the following: A history of injury Swelling Bruising Pain Misalignment of the fingers Weakness Inability to grasp Reduced range of motion of fingers Your hands are central to being able to function, and you should be certain that no permanent damage has been done.
Question: What causes a broken hand?
Answer: The most common causes of hand injuries include workplace injuries, improper use of tools, crush injuries, falls, and sports injuries. The vast majority of injuries can be prevented.
Question: When should you seek medical care for a broken hand?
Answer: The symptoms may include the following: A history of injury Swelling Bruising Pain Misalignment of the fingers Weakness Inability to grasp Reduced range of motion of fingers Your hands are central to being able to function, and you should be certain that no permanent damage has been done. Because your hands are so important, a doctor should see any hand injury, except the most minor. Contact your doctor, who may refer you to the emergency department for diagnosis and treatment.
Question: How can you prevent a broken hand while working?
Answer: The vast majority of injuries can be prevented. To prevent hand injuries on the job: Look for hand hazards before an accident can happen. Don't use your hands to wipe away debris in a machine, use a brush that is designed for that purpose. Check your equipment and machinery before you start and after you finish. Be sure that it is in good operating condition. Before you repair or clean machinery, be sure that the power is disconnected and follow all safety procedures. Do not wear gloves, jewelry, or loose clothing when working near a machine with moving parts. Wear the correct protective equipment-gloves, guards, forearm cuffs-for the work you are doing. Be sure your gloves fit properly and are meant for the work you are doing.
Question: What exams and tests are done to determine a broken hand?
Answer: A broken hand will often require a visit to a doctor, and it may require months of rehabilitation care. The history of how the hand was injured will help the doctor determine the most likely fracture. For example, if the hand was injured by punching, the most likely fracture is that of the fifth metacarpal.
Question: How common is a broken hand?
Answer: Because we are so dependent on our hands, even a small loss of function can result in a lifelong disability. A broken hand will often require a visit to a doctor, and it may require months of rehabilitation care. Carpals are the 8 bones in the wrist.
Question: How might a doctor remove an object stuck in your nose?
Answer: If you seek medical help to remove the object: The health care provider will use suction or another method to remove it. The person may need numbing drops placed in the nose or to be sedated. The health care provider may prescribe nose drops or an antibiotic ointment.
Question: What helps someone feel better after they have an object removed from their nose?
Answer: If the nose is tender or stuffy: Give extra fluids for 2 to 3 days. Have the person breathe moist air from a humidifier or hot shower. Have the person sleep with head elevated. Ask your health care provider about using an oral decongestant or decongestant nasal spray.
Question: When do I need to see a doctor if something is stuck in my nose?
Answer: The object poses immediate danger. You're not comfortable removing a sharp object, such as a nose ring or stud or broken glass. The person has a bloody nose that can't be stopped. Bad smelling fluid draining out of the nose. If you seek medical help to remove the object: The health care provider will use suction or another method to remove it.
Question: How can eating healthy help ease sleep apnea?
Answer: Lack of Zzz's and fatigue have also been linked with changes in the hormones leptin and ghrelin, which control your feelings of hunger and fullness. When you're tired, you may want to eat more, and you might feel less satisfied when you do.
Question: How can limiting alcohol and stopping smoking ease sleep apnea?
Answer: Did you know they can also make your sleep apnea symptoms worse? Cigarette smoking increases swelling in your upper airway. That can aggravate symptoms like snoring and pauses in breathing. Alcohol decreases the muscle tone in the back of the throat, which can interfere with air flow -- the last thing you need when you already have breathing problems.
Question: How can losing weight help you with sleep apnea?
Answer: But you can also do things at home to improve your symptoms. About half of people with the condition have most of their breathing problems when they sleep on their backs.
Question: What are hammertoes?
Answer: A hammertoe occurs from a muscle and ligament imbalance around the toe joint which causes the middle joint of the toe to buckle and become stuck in this position. The most common complaint with hammertoes is rubbing and irritation on the top of the bent toe.
Question: What are the two types of hammertoes?
Answer: There are two types of hammertoes: Flexible hammertoes. If the toe still can be moved at the joint, it's a flexible hammertoe. That's good, because this is an earlier, milder form of the problem. There may be several treatment options. Rigid hammertoes. If the tendons in the toe become rigid, they press the joint out of alignment. At this stage, the toe can't be moved. It usually means that surgery is needed.
Question: What causes hammertoes?
Answer: If the tendons in the toe become rigid, they press the joint out of alignment. Risk factors for hammertoes include: Flat feet Genes: You may have inherited a tendency to develop hammertoes because your feet are somewhat unstable -- they may be flat or have a high arch. Arthritis Injury to the toe: Ill-fitting shoes are the main culprits. If shoes are too tight, too short, or too pointy, they push the toes out of balance.
Question: How do temporary anchorage devices (TADs) help in fixing teeth issues?
Answer: Other appliances used in orthodontics include: TADs: Temporary anchorage devices ( TADs) are mini-screws ranging from 6 to 12 millimeters in length and 1.2 to 2 millimeters in diameter. When needed they may be temporarily fixed to bone in the mouth to provide a fixed point from which to apply force to move teeth. TADs allow for more predictable tooth control. They are becoming more common in orthodontic treatment.
Question: When should my child see an orthodontist?
Answer: Your dentist can tell you when to seek evaluation from an orthodontist. The American Association of Orthodontists and the American Dental Association recommend all kids be evaluated for orthodontics by age 7. By this age, the orthodontist can detect subtle problems with jaw growth and emerging teeth. Most kids begin active treatment between ages 9 and 14. Orthodontists recommend you correct dental problems while your child is still growing. Once they stop growing, treatment may take longer and require more extensive work.
Question: What is the youngest age a child can get braces?
Answer: There is no set age when children require orthodontics. The treatment plan will depend on individual needs. For example, kids with cleft palates get orthodontic appliances before their first teeth erupt. Other kids may benefit from starting treatment as early as age 6 or 7, even if they have not lost all of their baby teeth. The goal of early treatment is to prevent further problems from developing. It will create a better environment for the permanent teeth to erupt, or grow, into. Most kids who require early orthodontics will still need braces or additional work later to complete the tooth and jaw alignment process.
Question: How long does my child need to wear a retainer?
Answer: Ideally, your child should wear a retainer forever, even if it is only one night a week. Of course, this may not be practical. The teeth are like the rest of the body and the body changes. Once your child stops wearing the retainer, slight changes to the teeth should be expected.
Question: How do rubber bands help in fixing dental issues?
Answer: They are used when more force is needed to move the teeth and jaws into the desired position. You can choose your favorite color. Many kids choose their school colors or decorate their mouth during holidays (for example, orange and black for Halloween).
Question: Can dentists offer braces at a lower cost?
Answer: Dentists: Some general dentists provide orthodontic treatment and may be able to take care of your orthodontic needs at a reduced rate since they are not orthodontists.
Question: How much do braces cost on average?
Answer: The appliance is attached to the braces from the back of the head and can be removed. But you should expect to pay between $2,000 and $8,000. Most orthodontists provide different payment plans and will allow you to make payments over the course of treatment without charging interest. Some may take insurance. Ask your orthodontist about all treatment fees and payment plans they offer before treatment begins.
Question: What foods are off-limits for kids who wear braces?
Answer: Retainers: Retainers are used to keep teeth in place once braces are removed. Breaking part of the appliance can result in the teeth moving in the wrong direction and in longer treatment. Anything that is hard, sticky, or chewy should not be eaten, including: Ice Nuts Popcorn Hard candy Chewing gum Chewy candy, like caramel Gummies The length of treatment varies.
Question: When can a dentist provide orthodontic treatment instead of an orthodontist?
Answer: However, if more extensive orthodontic work is needed, it may be best to see an orthodontist. An orthodontist has two to three years of advanced orthodontic education and training beyond dental school. He or she specializes in straightening teeth, correcting misaligned bites, and jaw problems. Dentists: Some general dentists provide orthodontic treatment and may be able to take care of your orthodontic needs at a reduced rate since they are not orthodontists.
Question: What should I do about my child's crooked teeth?
Answer: She may recommend seeing an orthodontist. If your child has a latex allergy, tell your dentist so that non-latex gloves can be used.
Question: What are factors to consider when choosing orthodontic treatment?
Answer: The treatment plan will depend on individual needs. Your dentist or orthodontist can help you make the right decision for you and your child.
Question: How do allergies and eczema affect each other?
Answer: Kids with allergies -- especially to foods like milk and peanuts -- are more likely to have eczema. Having parents with allergies or asthma increases a child's risk of eczema. Kids with eczema are more likely to get allergies and asthma later in life. Keeping your kid away from allergy triggers can ease eczema symptoms.
Question: How is labrum SLAP tear treated?
Answer: Doctors often start by prescribing anti-inflammatory drugs for pain and swelling. Once that's under control, your doctor may recommend working with a physical therapist or show you specific exercises to build your muscles back up. If medication and exercise don't help enough, surgery may be your next step. The kind of operation depends on your injury, age, and how active you are.
Question: What is a shoulder SLAP tear?
Answer: They work together in a ball-and-socket joint where the arm connects to your trunk. Your shoulder's labrum isn't a bone. It's soft tissue that helps connect the socket part of the scapula (called the glenoid) with the head of the humerus. If the labrum tears, there's not enough cushion between those bones. You also have a labrum in your hip sockets, which also acts like a connective cushion.
Question: What are the causes of shoulder SLAP tears?
Answer: There are three ways to tear your labrum: Overuse. Anyone who uses their shoulder to make the same motion over and over can tear their labrum. Injury. When you slip, it's normal to stretch out your arm to break the fall. The impact on the extended arm can cause a labrum SLAP tear. Day in and day out, your labrum does a lot of work. If you're 40 or older, it's a common issue. Depending on your age and the extent of your tear, it could take 2 months for your labrum to heal and another 2 months to build up the same strength you felt before the tear.
Question: What does SLAP mean in SLAP tear?
Answer: There are different kinds of labrum tears. A labrum SLAP tear happens in a specific area. In a labrum SLAP tear, SLAP stands for superior labrum anterior and posterior. This means your labrum is torn at the top in both the front (anterior) and back (posterior) of where it attaches to the biceps tendon.
Question: How can you manage stress to avoid multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: For example: It's a part of life, but doing what you can to manage it can lower your chance of a relapse. Meditation, yoga, and counseling are all ways to lower stress and better equip yourself to handle it. In one study, MS patients reported their stress level cut nearly in half after 6 weeks of yoga.
Question: How can your diet help you to manage multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. They're believed to fight inflammation. Also, get plenty of fiber and stay away from foods with saturated and trans fats. A healthy diet helps keep your immune system strong.
Question: How can you avoid heat to prevent multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: Most of the time hot weather causes fatigue. Also, do what you can to avoid being outdoors on hot days. A cool bath and air conditioning are two things that can help. Special hats or clothes that hold ice packs or frozen gel packs can also keep you comfortable. There are also special vests that use a motorized system to circulate cold water around the body. If you have an exercise goal, divide the time you exercise into smaller segments, with rest after each one.
Question: What diet is recommended to prevent multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. They're believed to fight inflammation. Also, get plenty of fiber and stay away from foods with saturated and trans fats. A healthy diet helps keep your immune system strong.
Question: How can medications cause multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: Skipping your MS medicine can increase your risk for a flare-up. One study found about 25% of MS patients who stopped taking their medications suffered a relapse. Certain medications for Crohn's disease or rheumatoid arthritis may cause MS-like symptoms. So can drug interactions. Check with your doctor to see if there are medications you're taking that could be interacting with one another.
Question: How can you manage fatigue to avoid multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: Lack of sleep can bring a flare-up. Making sleep a priority will help lower your chance of symptoms. Try to get 7-8 hours each night.
Question: How can you avoid infections to prevent multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: If you have an exercise goal, divide the time you exercise into smaller segments, with rest after each one. They cause a third of MS flare-ups. To lower your risk: Wash your hands. Do what you can to avoid people who are ill. Make sure food you eat is fully cooked. Practice safe sex. Get your annual flu shot.
Question: What are tips to avoid multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: With relapsing-remitting MS, flare-ups can bring new symptoms or make ones you already have worse. Stop and you'll lower your chances of them.
Question: How can smoking cause multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: Skipping your MS medicine can increase your risk for a flare-up. Stop and you'll lower your chances of them. Your doctor can help you figure out a game plan.
Question: What causes multiple sclerosis (MS) flare-ups?
Answer: Preparation for them can help lower your chance of getting one. With relapsing-remitting MS, flare-ups can bring new symptoms or make ones you already have worse. They come on suddenly over 24 hours and get better slowly over weeks or months. They may never totally go away. These happen because part of your central nervous system gets inflamed. The inflammation slows or disrupts nerve signals. That brings things like numbness, pain, and dizziness. What triggers a flare-up is different from person to person. Most of the time, a cause cannot be found. Still, to lower your chance of a flare-up, do your best to avoid the things that make them more likely for you. They cause a third of MS flare-ups.