Bones, Joints & Muscles: Treatments
Cervical spinal fusion
08/21/08, HealthwiseCervical spinal fusion (arthrodesis) is a surgery that joins selected bones in the neck (cervical spine). There are different methods of performing a cervical spinal fusion:
Achilles Tendon Problems - Home Treatment
01/27/09, HealthwiseHome treatment is often used for Achilles tendinopathy and in physical therapy or rehabilitation after an Achilles tendon rupture.
Arthroscopy
01/28/09, HealthwiseArthroscopy is a surgical procedure that allows your doctor to look at the inside of a joint in your body through a thin viewing instrument called an arthroscope. Arthroscopy allows your doctor to look at the joint surfaces and the surrou
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Open-joint arthroplasty for TM disorders
01/24/08, HealthwiseOpen-joint arthroplasty is surgery to repair, reposition, replace, or remove parts in a joint. When used to treat temporomandibular (TM) joint disorder, this usually involves the articular disc that cushions the jaw joint.
Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders - Home Treatment
01/24/08, HealthwiseIf your temporomandibular (TM) disorder symptoms are mild, try home treatment for at least 2 weeks. If your symptoms get worse during this time, call your health professional or dentist.
Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders - Surgery
01/24/08, HealthwiseSurgery is rarely used to treat temporomandibular (TM) disorders. Surgical treatment does not guarantee a cure and can further damage the temporomandibular joint. Because most TM disorders can be treated nonsurgically, most health pro
Temporomandibular (TM) Disorders - Other Treatment
01/24/08, HealthwiseMany types of treatment can successfully relieve temporomandibular (TM) disorder symptoms. Different health professionals will suggest different treatments, any of which may work to relieve jaw and facial pain.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Surgery
10/29/08, HealthwiseMost people with carpal tunnel syndrome are treated without surgery. Surgery is considered only when:
Ertapenem
10/30/06, HealthwiseBefore using ertapenem, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, a seizure disorder such as epilepsy, or a history of head injury or brain tumor.
Idursulfase
09/12/07, HealthwiseIt may still be possible for you to receive idursulfase even after you have had a reaction to it. There are other medications that can be given to you before your idursulfase infusion to help prevent any reaction symptoms.
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