May 2024

Cerebral palsy is a term used to describe a set of neurological conditions that affect movement. It is the most common form of childhood disability. It affects around 764,000 individuals in the …

Traumatic brain injury can happen when a sudden, violent blow or jolt to the head results in damage to the brain. In the United States and elsewhere, it is a …

Accidents, falls, and certain diseases can injure the spinal cord. How a spinal cord injury affects a person depends on two factors: the area of the spinal cord where the …

Stroke occurs due to a decrease in oxygen to the brain. This can be due to a bleed or blockage in the brain’s blood supply. Immediate emergency treatment may help …

“Consider the joints of the human body. What might first come to mind are the hips and knees—the large joints that support us in our mobility—followed by the wrists, ankles, …

TMJ disorders affect the jaw joint and muscles that control the jaw. They can be challenging to diagnose and treat because of how complex this joint is. Around 12 percent of people …

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful condition that occurs due to compression of the wrist’s median nerve. Carpal tunnel syndrome can cause numbness, tingling, and pain in a person’s hand …

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition that affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs. The body produces thick, sticky mucus that can damage or obstruct organs. CF develops …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for two chronic lung conditions: bronchitis and emphysema. Smoking is the most common cause. Bronchodilators and lifestyle measures can help manage …

Heat and cold therapy are often recommended to help relieve an aching pain that results from muscle or joint damage. Basic heat therapy, or thermotherapy can involve the use of …