Bones, Joints & Muscles: Tests & Diagnosis
Corticosteroid injections for rotator cuff disorders
02/08/08, HealthwiseCorticosteroids may decrease inflammation and pain, but they probably do not cure rotator cuff disorders.
Gait analysis for cerebral palsy
10/14/08, HealthwiseGait analysis for cerebral palsy evaluates the movements of the lower body while walking.
Rotator Cuff Disorders - Exams and Tests
02/08/08, HealthwiseTo diagnose a rotator cuff disorder, your health professional will ask about your injury or shoulder pain history and will do a physical exam to see how your shoulder is working. Your exam may include tests of your shoulder moveme
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Physical exam for plantar fasciitis
07/23/07, HealthwiseDoctors usually diagnose plantar fasciitis based on a medical history and a physical exam. Your doctor will check your feet for problems that affect how your feet work (biomechanical factors), such as a high arch, flat feet, abnormal
Plantar Fasciitis - When To Call a Doctor
07/23/07, HealthwiseIf you think you might have plantar fasciitis, call your doctor. The earlier a doctor diagnoses and treats your problem, the sooner you will have relief from pain.
Plantar Fasciitis - Exams and Tests
07/23/07, HealthwiseTo diagnose plantar fasciitis, your doctor will ask questions about your symptoms and your past health. He or she will also do a physical exam of your feet that includes watching you stand and walk.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries - Exams and Tests
05/16/08, HealthwiseAn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is diagnosed through a medical history and a physical examination. A doctor who specializes in knee injuries (for example, an orthopedic surgeon or sports medicine specialist) will usuall
Hammer, Claw, and Mallet Toes - Exams and Tests
07/11/07, HealthwiseYour doctor will ask you questions about your symptoms and past health and do a physical exam to diagnose hammer, claw, and mallet toes. People rarely need tests, but your doctor may use an X-ray to assess the bone structure, especial
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip - Exams and Tests
05/15/07, HealthwiseDevelopmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is usually diagnosed by a physical examination. A medical history and other tests also may be useful in diagnosing DDH.
Should I have an MRI or arthroscopy to diagnose a possible torn meniscus?
09/22/08, HealthwiseA meniscus tear is a common knee joint injury. This rubbery tissue acts as a shock absorber between the upper and lower leg bones. Each knee has two C-shaped menisci (plural of meniscus): a lateral meniscus on the outer side of the knee a
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