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… Condition Basics What is a calf muscle injury? Your calf muscle is actually two muscles, the gastrocnemius muscle and the …
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… Condition Basics What are muscle cramps? A muscle cramp is a strong, painful … is also called a charley horse. Nighttime leg cramps are usually sudden spasms, or … of muscles in the calf. The muscle cramps can sometimes happen in the thigh or …
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… or pain in your neck when you were anxious or stressed? When you have anxiety or stress in your life, one of the ways your body … will be able to use this method to relieve stress. When you first start, it may help to …
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… Overview What is a spinal cord injury? A spinal cord injury (SCI) is damage to the spinal cord . … right away. Ask about getting vaccinated for COVID-19, pneumonia, and influenza (flu). …
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… injury due to child maltreatment (Shaken baby syndrome) The most common trigger for shaking … angry or overwhelmed. What is shaken baby syndrome? Traumatic Head Injury due to Child … (THI-CM) is also known as shaken baby syndrome (SBS) or Abusive Head Trauma (AHT). A …
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… Overview Muscle relaxants are medicines that block the nerve impulses to the muscles. They sometimes are also referred to … used to relax the body during surgery. A muscle relaxant may be used to relax muscles …
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… Overview An injury to the Achilles tendon ( Achilles … of all ages, activity levels, and jobs. Bursitis can also cause pain and swelling at …
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… you can talk to your doctor about them. ACL Injury: Should I Have Knee Surgery? 1 Get the … and an active lifestyle without more pain, injury, or loss of strength and movement in … than one orthopedic surgeon about your knee injury. You may get different ideas from other …
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… more, see: Seniors' falls can be prevented (HealthLinkBC File #78) Preventing falls in … tips for swimmers (HealthLinkBC File #39) Mental health Stress, social isolation and … increase in substance use or a worsening of mental health symptoms. Domestic conflicts …
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… Guard National Childhood Immunization Record Noroviruses (Norwalk Viruses) Office … Guard National Childhood Immunization Record Noroviruses (Norwalk Viruses) Office …
