The loss of a limb is a very traumatic experience to go through. Fortunately, with the development of prosthetic limbs, many people have been able to regain functionality that is similar to that of using their natural limbs. The type of prosthetic limb that works best for a person depends on the location of the lost limb. These are the different types of prosthetic limbs that are available today.
Transradial Prosthetics
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The arthritis in your knee has become so severe that the pain keeps you from being active. Your orthopedic surgeon has you scheduled for a total knee joint replacement in a few weeks. You're looking forward to being able to walk without pain again, but you must have a successful recovery from the surgery first. Recovering from home will be easier if you prepare the house for your arrival from the hospital.
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It certainly isn't unusual for a child not to sit still for any extended period of time. It becomes intriguing when these individuals can neither sit still nor pay attention. Sometimes they also exhibit controlling impulsive behavior at the same time. When symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) begin to affect children in school, there is usually interference with their academic studies. This child may also become fidgety in social settings as well as the workplace.
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Walking canes are handy to have when you take a hike, but they are also necessary as you age. Regardless of your age or infirmities, there are numerous walking canes and different ways to make them and make them slip-proof. Here are just three of the ways you can make your own durable canes and/or make them slip-proof.
Making Your Own Walking Cane
If you are the crafty sort, you can take the young limbs of a willow tree or a sapling's trunk and turn it into a cane.
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Pregnancy puts a lot of stress on a woman's body. This makes chiropractic care a good idea for pregnant women looking to alleviate some of the most common causes of discomfort and worry for expecting mothers.
The following are the four most important contributions that chiropractic care can make to a pregnant woman's condition during the months preceding labor and delivery.
Alleviating morning sickness and nausea
According to statistics, morning sickness affects 75 percent of pregnant women.
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