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Spine Injuries and Disorders

bone, muscles, joints

Your backbone, or spine, is made up of 26 bone discs called vertebrae. The vertebrae protect your spinal cord and …

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Tailbone Disorders

bone, muscles, joints

Also known as coccyx disorders. The tailbone is the small bone at the bottom of your backbone, or spine. Tailbone …

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Shoulder Injuries and Disorders

bone, muscles, joints

Your shoulder joint is composed of three bones: the clavicle (collarbone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the humerus (upper arm …

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Leg Injuries and Disorders

bone, muscles, joints

Your legs are made up of bones, blood vessels, muscles, and other connective tissue. They are important for motion and …

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Gout

bone, muscles, joints

Also called gouty arthritis. Gout is a common, painful form of arthritis. It causes swollen, red, hot and stiff joints. …

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Chest Injuries and Disorders

bone, muscles, joints

The chest is the part of the body between your neck and your abdomen. It includes the ribs and breastbone. …

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Muscle Cramps

bone, muscles, joints

Also known as Charley horse. Muscle cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions or spasms in one or more of your muscles. …

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

bone, muscles, joints

Also known as CFS. Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a disorder that causes extreme fatigue. This fatigue is not the …

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Neck Injuries and Disorders

bone, muscles, joints

Any part of your neck – muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, or nerves – can cause neck problems. Neck pain …

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Cartilage Disorders

bone, muscles, joints

Cartilage is the tough but flexible tissue that covers the ends of your bones at a joint. It also gives …

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