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Exercise and Bone Health

WebThe result may be long-term health problems and bone damage. If young women exercise excessively, they can lose enough weight to cause hormonal changes that stop menstrual periods (amenorrhea). This loss …

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Healthy Bones at Every Age

(3 days ago) WebThe FNB recommends 600 IU of Vitamin D for everyone from age 1 through 70. Recent research, however, supports that the body needs at least 1000 IU per day for good bone health, starting at age 5. Taking a Vitamin D …

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Calcium, Nutrition, and Bone Health

(Just Now) WebThe health and strength of our bones rely on a balanced diet and a steady stream of nutrients — most importantly, calcium and Vitamin D. Calcium is a mineral that people …

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Bone Health Basics

(4 days ago) WebBone Health Basics. Bones give our bodies support, allowing us to use our muscles to walk, ride a bike, and hold a child. They protect our organs and store and release our supply of calcium. Calcium is a mineral necessary …

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The COVID-19 Vaccine and Your Bones and Joints

(3 days ago) WebLike most vaccines, the COVID-19 vaccine is injected into the deltoid muscle on the side of the arm. Some patients worry that receiving an injection in this area could permanently …

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Guidelines for Preventing Falls

(3 days ago) WebMaintaining your health and staying physically active can help to reduce your risk for falling. Understand Your Health and Medications. Get an annual eye …

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Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Conditioning Program

(5 days ago) WebStep-by-step directions. Hold a stick behind your back with one hand, and lightly grasp the other end of the stick with your other hand. Pull the stick horizontally as shown so that …

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Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment

(9 days ago) WebPrevention. The goal in osteoporosis prevention is to slow down the loss of bone strength over time to reduce the risk of fractures. You can strengthen your bones with certain …

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Spine Conditioning Program

(5 days ago) WebKeep your back straight and bend from your hips toward the foot of your straight leg. Reach your hands toward your toes and hold for 5 seconds. Slowly round your spine and bring …

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Outpatient Total Joint Replacement

(7 days ago) WebPre-existing health conditions (heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, etc.) Home environment, including social support; More focused physical therapy (PT) and …

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Preparing for Surgery: Health Condition Checklist

(8 days ago) WebMany health conditions can affect the outcome of your surgery. For elective orthopaedic procedures, you will have time to plan ahead and prepare for surgery, both physically …

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Neuromuscular Scoliosis

(5 days ago) WebNeuromuscular Scoliosis. Scoliosis is a condition that causes the spine to curve sideways. Neuromuscular scoliosis (NMS) is a type of scoliosis that can occur in children who have …

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Printable Orthopaedic Patient Education

(9 days ago) Web2. Click in the upper righthand corner of page 1 of the handout to upload your practice logo from your files. Logos can be in JPEG or PNG file format. 3. Place your cursor in the …

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Sever's Disease (Heel Pain)

(6 days ago) WebSever's Disease. Sever’s disease (also known as calcaneal apophysitis) is one of the most common causes of heel pain in growing children, especially children who are very …

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Patients Are Important Members of the Healthcare Team

(4 days ago) WebTreatment. Patients Are Important Members of the Healthcare Team. Ensuring patient safety is a national priority, and everyone involved in the healthcare system has a role, …

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Our knowledge of orthopaedics. Your best health.

(9 days ago) WebThree interrelated illnesses may develop when a girl or young woman goes to extremes in dieting or exercise. Together, these conditions are known as the "female athlete triad." …

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Obesity, Weight Loss, and Joint Replacement Surgery

(2 days ago) WebObesity is the excess accumulation (build-up) of fat at a level that poses a risk to a person's health. Obesity is increasing both worldwide and across the U.S. in both the general …

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Internal Fixation for Fractures

(1 days ago) WebInternal fixation allows shorter hospital stays, enables patients to return to function earlier, and reduces the incidence of nonunion (improper healing) and malunion (healing in …

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