Neck pain is a very common medical condition. In most cases, neck pain results from muscle strain and should not cause alarm. However, severe neck pain may be a symptom of an underlying medical condition that requires emergency treatment. Below are the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for neck pain.
What Is Neck Pain?
Simply put, you have neck pain any time your neck hurts. Typically, the neck has bones, ligaments, and muscles that hold the head in position and facilitates motion.
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If you are over the age of 35 and are pregnant, then you are considered to be of advanced maternal age. While this does come with some additional risks and concerns, as long as you work closely with your doctor, you should be able to have a healthy pregnancy and address any issues as they come. However, pregnancy can also be a bit harder on your body, in a physical sense, when you're in your mid to late 30s.
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ADHD is the acronym for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and it can affect both young and old. If you have ADHD as an adult, you more than likely were diagnosed when you were young. Most symptoms of ADHD are caught when children are in grade school. Your child's teachers may have spotted some of the signs of ADHD, or maybe you have spotted the signs in your child. If you aren't sure of the signs, read on for a few below, and what treatment options are available.
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MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, which uses powerful magnets rather than radioactive X-rays to create images of the body, especially the soft tissues. MRI's are non-invasive and safer than traditional X-rays. Doctors use MRI's to treat a wide variety of conditions, especially muscular and skeletal issues.
The stand-up MRI is a relatively new advancement in technology. These machines offer several advantages when compared to traditional MRI's, including requiring less space to install.
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Having to get vaccinations or regular injections can be stressful, but are necessary for a healthy life. Sometimes, it is just easier if the injections could come to you. With a home injection service, this is possible. While not for everyone, specific groups of people should consider this option for the benefits it offers. This includes children and those who have compromised immune systems, who are currently ill, and who rely on public transportation.
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