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Stiff, Painful Shoulder? It Might Be Frozen Shoulder
The condition tends to come out of nowhere, bringing severe shoulder pain with no obvious cause.
The Health Hazards of Summer Slides and Flip-Flops
Lightweight and easy to slip on and off, summer sandals may seem comfortable at first, but wearing them can lead to painful problems.
Top 5 Ways to Support Bone Health
Half of all women age 50 or older will break a bone because of osteoporosis, a disease that weakens bones and makes them brittle.
Why Do People Get Shorter as They Age?
A little age-related height loss is both normal and common. In fact, nearly 80 percent of people will shrink an inch or two as they age.
Low Back Pain vs. Sciatica: What’s the Difference?
It can be easy to confuse the two conditions because they share many of the same symptoms.
High School Pitcher Rebounds after Scoliosis Diagnosis
At age 16, baseball player Carson Jackson was diagnosed with scoliosis. After an innovative surgical procedure at UH Rainbow corrected the curve in his spine, Carson is back in the game.
How to Care for Your Cast
When properly cared for, a cast speeds healing of bones and soft tissue. Here are some tips to make your recovery as healthy and comfortable as possible.
What Parents Should Know About Toe Walking
Many children use their tippy toes as they learn to walk. But what if your child continues toe walking?