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What are Failed Back and Neck Surgery Syndromes? Failed Back Surgery Syndrome or Failed Neck Surgery Syndrome are the terms used to describe pain that starts or persists after a back or neck procedure. Neither of these terms refer to actual syndromes, but the word syndrome is commonly used to refer to the condition of [...]

The thorax is composed of ribs, the sternum (breast bone), cartilaginous tissue and the vertebral column. At the junction of the ribs with the breast bone is cartilage that can sometimes become inflamed and painful. This condition is known as costochondritis. In this article, we shall briefly review this condition and talk about how it [...]

Common Causes of Leg and Back Pain Does your back hurt? Have your legs been hurting? Back pain is one of the most common reasons for a trip to the doctor. There's a lot of things that can cause pain in the back and legs, and it can seem overwhelming. This article will go over [...]

Common Causes of Knee Pain Knees aching? Do your knees hurt after walking up stairs or sitting for a while? Knee pain can be really troublesome, especially if it's making it harder for you to stay active. There are a lot of conditions that could be causing your knee pain. Treatment varies according to the [...]

Common Causes of Elbow Pain Elbow pain can be really frustrating. We rely on our elbows to function properly everyday, so when pain and irritation starts, it can seem overwhelming. Depending on the cause, that pain can last for hours, days, or years. This article will go over types of pain and some of the [...]

What is Cancer? The body is composed of cells. Normally, cells are under the control of the body's mechanisms that regulate both their growth (proliferation) and location in the body. Cancer cells are abnormal cells. They fail to follow the body's rules for growth and localization. There are two basic properties of cancer cells. They [...]

What is an Articular Cartilage Injury? Within the joint, there are different types of cartilage that protect the surfaces of the bones and allow for smooth movement. Articular cartilage refers to the cartilage that covers the bony surfaces of the joints and protects them from friction injuries during movement. Just like the bones within the [...]

What is Arthritis? Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints. This inflammation results in pain, stiffness, swelling, and limited movement. It is one of the most common causes of disability in the United States. Millions of people are affected by this disorder. Although there are more than one hundred types of arthritis, the most [...]

Understanding Pain Understanding pain and being able to describe your pain to your doctor are key to a successful diagnosis and measurement of treatment effectiveness. This article will help you understand some of the key terms used to describe pain. Acute, Chronic, and Neuropathic Pain Acute pain is sudden and sharp pain that is directly [...]