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Arthritis is the major cause of disability among adults in the U.S. Almost half of adults 65 years old or older have arthritis. There are over hundred different forms of arthritis. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the most prevalent forms of arthritis.

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Also known as pressure ulcers, bedsores are injuries that affect the skin as well as the layers underneath. Bedsores occur in patients who are bedridden for a long period or suffer a prolonged pressure over an area of skin for a stretch of time. When the body doesn’t get any movement, it can hinder adequate blood flow to the skin, depriving it of nutrients and oxygen.

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Snoring occurs when air flows through the throat while we breathe in our sleep. It causes the relaxed tissues in our throat to vibrate and cause harsh, irritating snoring sounds. Everyone snores occasionally, and it’s usually not something to worry about.

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Frozen shoulder is more likely to occur in people who have diabetes or had prolonged immobility or reduced mobility of the shoulder for a long period, such as after surgery, stroke or an arm injury.

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The Carpal tunnel is a narrow space or tunnel within the wrist through which tendons and nerves pass. If these tendons and nerves become irritated or inflamed, stress is created in the wrist.

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A high calorie, nutrient dense diet with strength training exercises, has to be the mainstay of any weight gain program. Being underweight can be a concern, especially when it is due to poor nutrition and deadly diseases. Considerable health risks are associated with being underweight.

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Foot problems associated with diabetes lead to deep infection, sepsis and lower extremity amputation. Foot ulcers commonly appear under the big toe and balls of the feet. They can cause damage to the feet down to the bones.

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Unhealthy lifestyle and daytime habits can sabotage your sleep, leaving you tossing and turning at night. Sleeping well directly affects your mood, health, immune system, creativity, vitality, and even your weight.

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Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful, debilitating disease that attacks the joints of your body and can make the simplest tasks difficult and painful. Rheumatoid arthritis is classified as an autoimmune disease since it occurs when your immune system attacks your own body’s tissue instead of foreign pathogens creating joint pain.

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Shin splints’ is the term given to the pain resulting from the injuries at the front of the lower leg. Every athlete experiences shin splints at some point in their life. Shin splints are the bane of runners, tennis players, basketball players, football players, gymnast and dancers.

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