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Arthritis in the lower back and pelvic area can cause pain and loss of motion. See how this ... arthritis develops, who's at risk, and what treatments can help. Arthritis of the Spine If you have ... arthritis of the spine; back pain; orthopedics

The Parts of the Brain ... The brain is an important organ that controls thought, memory, emotion, touch, motor skills ... , vision, respiration, and every process that regulates your body. Anatomy of the Brain What

Here are the steps for emptying the pouch for your stoma. Stoma Care: Emptying the Pouch Sit on ... the toilet, or sit or stand next to the toilet. Pull your clothing away from the pouch. Holding the ... Step-by-Step: Stoma Care: Empyting the Pouch; A90945; stoma

Here are the steps for sizing the opening of your stoma. Stoma Care: Sizing the Opening The ... skin barrier of the pouch must fit around the stoma without touching it. Some skin barriers have ... Step-by-Step: Stoma Care: Sizing the Opening; A90946; stoma

Here are the steps for changing the pouch for your stoma. Stoma Care: Changing the Pouch Sit on ... or next to the toilet. If you use a drainable pouch, follow instructions for emptying it. Starting ... Step-by-Step: Stoma Care: Changing the Pouch; A90947; stoma

Arthritis can damage the large joints on your hand at the base of the fingers. If other treatments ... this kind of surgery. Arthritis of the Hand If you have pain, stiffness, and swollen joints in your ... arthritis of the hand; joint pain; hand pain; osteoarthritis

Scoliosis is a condition that causes the spine to curve sideways. It can develop during childhood ... treatments are available. Scoliosis Scoliosis is a condition that causes the spine to curve in an ... V1079; scoliosis; lateral; sideways; curvature of the spine; spine

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease of the joints, most often affecting the hand, wrist, foot ... , and knee. The joints become inflamed; over time, this inflammation can lead to joint damage, chronic

Because rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can damage the joints and cause chronic pain and loss of ... self-care can control symptoms and limit joint damage. This video takes a look at the variety of

This disease affects the blood supply of the bone and leads to the breakdown of the hip joint. It ... , as well as recommended treatment. Osteonecrosis of the Hip Osteonecrosis of the hip is a disease

health of pools and spas, food, and the risk for contamination of food and water. They also check ... sanitation on cruise ships monitored? Cruise ships are inspected by the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP

healthier future. the challenges of healthy eating Transcript Like most people, at some point in ... your life you’ve probably tried to eat healthier. But why is it so challenging? The answer lies in

Watch this video to learn the health risks associated with being overweight as well as some of the ... ways used to determine if you are considered overweight. The Risks of Being OverweightGaining

to you living a long, heart healthy future. The Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation Cardiac ... improve the health of your heart. If you have heart disease, have had a heart attack, angina, bypass

medicine Have been in hot tub or spa water that is not properly treated What are the ... Bacteria on the skin can cause an infection of one or more hair follicles. A hair follicle is

Brain aneurysms can cause bleeding in the brain. Bleeding in the brain is called a stroke, and ... stroke can cause serious health problems. Watch and learn about the symptoms of brain aneurysm and how ... ; bleeding in the brain; medical emergency; fusiform aneurysm; dissecting aneurysm

Menstrual pain is common in women of all ages. It's the feeling of cramps you get in your lower ... Menstrual pain is common in women of all ages. Menstrual pain is the feeling of cramps you get in ... V1087; dysmenorrhea; uterine cramping; period; uterus; prostaglandins; uterine cramps; menstural cramps; the cramps; period pain; painful periods;

Understand how important the support of healthcare providers, as well as support from family and ... friends, is to your success for losing weight and keeping it off. THE IMPORTANCE OF SUPPORT FOR

cause pain in the ear, redness, or drainage. Foreign Bodies in the Ear, Nose, and Throat In ... the mouth may be swallowed or breathed into (aspirated) the lungs. A swallowed object may pass ... Foreign bodies in the ear;Foreign bodies in the nose;Foreign bodies in the airway;p02035

waters, such as lakes, rivers, and oceans. Water Safety for Parents The importance of water ... of water (such as in buckets, bathtubs, wading pools, diaper pails, toilets, hot tubs, and spas). In