BURSITIS AND ARTHRITIS What’s the difference? Anatomically, a bursa is like a small balloon that’s collapsed and contains a drop or two of lubricant. Can you imagine how slick that would be? The body forms these (bursas) wherever there are areas of friction, for example on the tip of the elbow or in the shoulder…
Instructions on how to properly adjust an abduction pillow sling. The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this web site is for general information purposes only. Alexian Brothers…
There are more young athletes participating in sports today than ever before. Young athletes require specific coaching, conditioning, and medical care. Coaches and parents have a huge responsibility in carrying and conditioning for young athletes. The need to be able to access early signs of an injury by noticing a limp or holding an arm…
After knee surgery you have to be careful how you exercise your knee to avoid an increased risk for complications. Here is an example of some knee exercises for rehabilitating your knee: Please consult your doctor before attempting any exercises. Discontinue if you feel pain or any unusual discomfort. Points to remember: Make sure your back is…
There is some noise in the OR…the quiet, rhythmic whisper of the ventilator, the occasional murmur between the scrub nurse and the circulator.. Sometimes we play a little background music, usually some ’60’s or ’70’s pop, some Motown.. Mostly ,though, for me there is concentration. I’m trying to come up with an example in everyday…
