The low-down on low back pain
The good news is there is plenty you can do to help yourself. Research shows that only about 15 percent of back pain has a definite structural cause, such as a disc herniation, fracture, or injury. About 85 percent of back pain is known as ... [... more]
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Bone fractures
A bone fracture or broken bone occurs when a force exerted against a bone is stronger than it can structurally withstand. The most common sites for bone fractures include the wrist, ankle and hip. Treatment options include immobilising the bone ... [... more]
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Plaster care
A plaster cast is applied to hold a broken arm or leg in place while the bone heals. A broken bone is a common event. Given time and the right care, the bone is able to heal itself. A plaster cast is applied to hold the arm or leg fracture in ... [... more]
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Bone fractures - treatment options
A fracture is defined as a break in the bone. The aim of treatment is to help the bone to recover. Treatment options include setting the limb in plaster or surgically pinning the bone ends back together. A fracture is defined as a break in the ... [... more]
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Osteoporosis - Better Health Channel.
Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose their strength and density, become fragile and fracture (break) more easily because of calcium loss. This disease particularly affects women in their middle and later years. It is different from osteoarthritis, ... [... more]
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Back problems
Back pain is common. Some of the more common back problems include soft tissue injuries, disc problems, postural stress, sciatica, structural defects, disease and fracture. Any structure in the back has the potential to cause pain if affected by ... [... more]
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Menopause and osteoporosis
The female sex hormone oestrogen helps maintain bone strength. Postmenopausal women are prone to developing osteoporosis, a condition characterised by weakened bones that fracture easily. Treatments include exercise, a diet rich in calcium, ... [... more]
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