Lymphedema, or lymphatic obstruction, is a long-term condition where excess fluid collects in tissues causing swelling (edema). The lymphatic system is a part of the immune system and vital for …

Urinary incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine. This means a person urinates when they do not want to. It happens when control over the urinary sphincter is either lost …

This article investigates the causes, treatments, and diagnosis of concussion. Concussion is also known as mild brain injury, mild traumatic brain injury, mild head injury, and minor head trauma. In …

Common reasons for back pain include muscle strain, disk damage, and some health conditions, such as scoliosis and osteoporosis. Options for treating it include applying a warm or cold compress, …

Home remedies and self-care tips for trigger finger include splinting and exercise. These may help reduce the need for surgery. Trigger finger is a condition in which a person’s finger …

A torn rotator cuff is a common injury that affects a person’s ability to lift and rotate their arm. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, an estimated 2 million …

Tennis elbow is an inflammation of the tendons that join the muscles of the forearm to the outside of the elbow. It often occurs due to overuse of these muscles …

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 …