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Bones, Joints and Muscles
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Bones, Joints and Muscles

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Calcium

Your body needs calcium for many reasons. Learn what foods are high in calcium and how much calcium you need in a healthy diet.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Is the numbness and pain in your arm and wrist a passing cramp or carpal tunnel syndrome? Learn about carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms and treatment.
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Cartilage Disorders

Cartilage covers the ends of your bones. Sports injuries and other disorders can cause cartilage problems. Learn how to take care of your cartilage.
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Chest Injuries and Disorders

Your chest is packed with vital organs, like the esophagus, lungs, and heart. Learn about the different types of chest injuries and chest disorders.
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Connective Tissue Disorders

There are over 200 disorders that affect connective tissues. Examples include cellulitis, scars, and osteogenesis imperfecta. Learn more.
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Craniofacial Abnormalities

Craniofacial abnormalities (or craniofacial anomalies) are birth defects of the face or head. A common example is cleft lip and palate. Read more.
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Diabetic Foot

Over time, high blood sugar from diabetes can damage your nerves or blood vessels. This can lead to foot problems. Know how to care for diabetic feet.
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Dislocated Shoulder

A dislocated shoulder is an injury that happens when the top of upper arm bone pops out of the socket in your shoulder blade. It is painful and serious, and should be treated right away. Learn more.
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Dislocations

Dislocations are joint injuries that force bones out of position. A dislocation is a medical emergency. Learn about treatment and rehabilitation.
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Dwarfism

A dwarf is a person of short stature - under 4' 10" as an adult. Many conditions can cause dwarfism but Achondroplasia causes about 70 percent.
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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

People with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) usually have very flexible joints and stretchy skin because of weakened connective tissue. Find out more.
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Elbow Injuries and Disorders

Many things can make your elbow hurt. Common problems are tendinitis, bursitis, and arthritis. Read more about elbow injuries and elbow disorders.
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