site URL - http://www.trejos.com/trejos/herniate.htm
Site description: Description and the options for treatment. Dr. Humberto Trejos, Costa Rica.
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| Previous 10 | Global Spine Network | http://www.globalspine.net Global Spine Network | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine Back pain and neck pain information. |
| Previous | RadiologyInfo - Myelography | http://radiologyinfo.org/content/myelography.htm RadiologyInfo - Myelography | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine A patient's guide to this x-ray procedure used to examine the spinal cord and spinal column. Learn how to prepare, what you might experience, benefits, and the risks. |
| Random 1 | Health Fitness Corporation | http://www.hfit.com Health Fitness Corporation | Top/Regional/North_America/United_States/Minnesota/Localities/B/Bloomington/Health Provides corporate wellness programs, corporate fitness programs and fitness management to corporations, community centers, hospitals, and universities. |
| Random 2 | Poisonous Mushrooms | http://www.mv.com/ipusers/dhabolt/dad/mushroom/puffball/puffball4/poisonous.html Poisonous Mushrooms | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Food_and_Water_Borne/Toxins Description of toxic species and the symptoms their toxins produce. |
| Random 3 | Enablers for visually impaired young adults with learning difficulties | http://www.visenablers.org.uk Enablers for visually impaired young adults with learning difficulties | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness Resource and contact site for enablers working with visually impaired young adults with learning difficulties. |
| Random 4 | Rural Retreat Volunteer Emergency Service | http://www.rrves.com Rural Retreat Volunteer Emergency Service | Top/Health/Public_Health_and_Safety/Emergency_Services/Medical/Ambulance_Companies/North_America/United_States/Virginia Located in Wythe County. Includes contacts, history, links, members, and pictures. |
| Random 5 | Influenza American Lung Association | http://www.lungusa.org/diseases/luninfluenz.html Influenza American Lung Association | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Infectious_Diseases/Viral/Influenza Q&A page defines the flu, and examines its severity and complications. Read about who should get vaccinated, and how to stay healthy. |
| Next | Clinical Evaluation and Treatment Options for Herniated Lumbar Disc | http://www.aafp.org/afp/990201ap/575.html Clinical Evaluation and Treatment Options for Herniated Lumbar Disc | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine/Ruptured_Disk Illustrated discussion of causes of disc herniation, assessment, imaging procedures and both surgical and non-surgical treatment. |
| Next 10 | Scoliosis Information | http://www.iscoliosis.com Scoliosis Information | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine/Scoliosis Offers information on aspects of the condition, diary of a patient, treatment options, and resources where help can be found. |
| Random 1 | Anime Asylum | http://www.animeasylum.com/ Anime Asylum | Top/Arts/Animation/Anime/Reviews Brief reviews including character guides, along with some image galleries and media clips. |
| Random 4 | Sambucol | http://www.sambucol.com Sambucol | Top/Shopping/Health/Nutrition/Supplements/Nutraceuticals Sambucol products are all natural and based on a standardized, black elderberry extract. |
| Random 4 | The Vater Connection | http://www.vaterconnection.org/ The Vater Connection | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Rare_Disorders/VATER_Syndrome Support organization created by parents of children diagnosed with VATER Association |
| Next 70 | Hypermobility East Anglia Group | http://www.heag.org.uk Hypermobility East Anglia Group | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Connective_Tissue/Hypermobility_Syndrome Support group helping and advising people on matters of hypermobility and specialised equipment. |
| Previous 70 | Whiplash Research Center | http://depts.washington.edu/wads/ Whiplash Research Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Sprains_and_Strains Details about a research project at the University of Washington. Also information about the injury itself. |
| Next 170 | Lupus Foundation of America - Northern California | http://www.saclupus.org/ Lupus Foundation of America - Northern California | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Connective_Tissue/Lupus/Organizations Sacramento chapter educating patients, promoting awareness and support, and resources for advocacy. |
| Previous 170 | eMedicine Online Text: Tendonitis | http://www.emedicine.com/cgi-bin/foxweb.exe/showsection@/em/ga?book=emerg&topicid=570 eMedicine Online Text: Tendonitis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Tendonitis An extensive look at this disorder by Mark Steele, MD, Chair, Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Truman Medical Center. |
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| Previous 270 | Factsheet from BUPA | http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/mosby_factsheets/arthritis.html Factsheet from BUPA | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid Concise factsheet explaining the causes, symptoms and treatment. |
| Other resource N0 | Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis | http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/34647-1.asp Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of arthritis in children. |
| Other resource N1 | Handout on Health: Rheumatoid Arthritis | http://www.niams.nih.gov/hi/topics/arthritis/rahandout.htm Handout on Health: Rheumatoid Arthritis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid Information from the National Institutes of Health. |
| Other resource N2 | Arthritis Drugs Campaign | http://www.nicecampaign.org.uk Arthritis Drugs Campaign | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid/Treatment Reasons why NICE should approve the drugs Enbrel and Remicade in the UK, and an online petition. |
| Other resource N3 | Virtual Hospital: New Drugs for Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis | http://www.vh.org/adult/provider/internalmedicine/rheumatoidarthritis/index.html Virtual Hospital: New Drugs for Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid/Treatment Information page intended for health-care provides discusses this disease, its effects and treatment, and new drugs directed against specific components of the inflammatory process. |
| Other resource N4 | Corticosteroids in Rheumatoid Arthritis. | http://bmj.bmjjournals.com/cgi/content/full/316/7134/789 Corticosteroids in Rheumatoid Arthritis. | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid/Treatment Editorial from British Medical Journal. |
| Other resource N5 | Anna | http://www.geocities.com/tlzeigler/AnnasJRA.html Anna | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid/Personal_Pages Information and support to parents and children who deal with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. |
| Other resource N6 | Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis List | http://groups.yahoo.com/group/jra-list/ Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis List | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid/Personal_Pages Email list for parents and caregivers of children with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. |
| Other resource N7 | Julie's Walt Disney World Marathon Page | http://www.geocities.com/jlbrss Julie's Walt Disney World Marathon Page | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid/Personal_Pages Julie Ross is running a marathon to raise money for the Arthritis Foundation. |
| Other resource N8 | Life after Death: A Cure For Rhuematoid Arthritus? | http://www.rafamily.org.uk Life after Death: A Cure For Rhuematoid Arthritus? | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Arthritis/Rheumatoid/Personal_Pages The authors slow recovery to health prompted her to produce these web pages in the hope that the information may help others to overcome this debilitating disease. |
| Other resource N9 | Knee Pain | http://orthopedics.about.com/cs/kneeinjuries/a/kneepain.htm Knee Pain | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Knee Information on common problems and their treatment. |
| Other resource N10 | The Patellofemoral Foundation | http://www.patellofemoral.org/ The Patellofemoral Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Knee Organization for research and education. |
| Other resource N11 | Paget Foundation for Paget's Disease of Bone and Related Disorders | http://www.paget.org Paget Foundation for Paget's Disease of Bone and Related Disorders | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Paget's_Disease Information and programs for patients and medical professionals on Paget's disease of bone, primary hyperparathyroidism, fibrous dysplasia, osteopetrosis, breast cancer metastatic to bone, and prostate cancer metastatic to bone. |
| Other resource N12 | Pagets-Disease.com | http://www.pagetsdisease.com Pagets-Disease.com | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Paget's_Disease Information on diagnosis, complications, and treatment. |
| Other resource N13 | The TMJ Association, Ltd. | http://www.tmj.org/ The TMJ Association, Ltd. | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome Provides information to patients, health professionals and the public. The Association provides support for sufferers and advocates for research and treatments of TMJ. |
| Other resource N14 | Jaw Joints and Allied Musculoskeletal Disorders Foundation | http://www.tmjoints.org Jaw Joints and Allied Musculoskeletal Disorders Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome Extensive information about TMJ disorders and advice. |
| Other resource N15 | TMJ: Diet and Exercise Treatment | http://www.ctds.info/tmj.html TMJ: Diet and Exercise Treatment | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome Covers nonsurgical treatment options. Reviews symptoms linked to the condition. |
| Other resource N16 | TMJ Chat | http://www.eboards4all.com/360647/ TMJ Chat | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome This forum is for support and information regarding TMJ disorders and treatments. |
| Other resource N17 | Internal Derangements of the Articular Disc Self Study Course | http://www.tambcd.edu/cedental/discdera.htm Internal Derangements of the Articular Disc Self Study Course | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome From the Baylor College of Dentistry. |
| Other resource N18 | The American Pain Foundation: TMJ Disorders | http://www.painfoundation.org/page.asp?menu=1&item=3&file=documents/doc_043.htm The American Pain Foundation: TMJ Disorders | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome A short overview of TMJ disorders including questions and answers. |
| Other resource N19 | Animated MRI of the Temporomandibular Joint | http://www.quintpub.com/tmj_animations.html Animated MRI of the Temporomandibular Joint | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome 8 MRI's with case reports, animated to show the particular problem. |
| Other resource N20 | eSupportGroups TMJ Forums | http://esupportgroups.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=106 eSupportGroups TMJ Forums | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome Online, moderated support forum for those with Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome. |
| Other resource N21 | Anterior Disc Displacement Without Reduction in the TMJ: MRI and Clinical Findings | http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=8890015&dopt=Abstract Anterior Disc Displacement Without Reduction in the TMJ: MRI and Clinical Findings | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome A study to determine the value of MRI's in TMJ disc displacement without reduction. From PubMed. |
| Other resource N22 | Comparison of Discectomy and Arthroscopic Lysis and Lavage for Chronic Closed Lock | http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=11526556 Comparison of Discectomy and Arthroscopic Lysis and Lavage for Chronic Closed Lock | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome 22 patients with closed lock were given either discectomy, or arthroscopic lysis and lavage, and followed through to one year. From PubMed. |
| Other resource N23 | Ten Year Outcome of Nonsurgical Treatment for Internal Derangment of the TMJ with Closed Lock | http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12424450 Ten Year Outcome of Nonsurgical Treatment for Internal Derangment of the TMJ with Closed Lock | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome 56 patients were treated nonsurgically and then evaluated at 10 years to determine if their pain, jaw dysfunction, and limiting of daily activities had improved. From PubMed. |
| Other resource N24 | Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: An Overview at Simple Steps to Better Dental Health | http://www.simplestepsdental.com/SS/ihtSS/r.WSIHW000/st.28829/t.28829/pr.3.html Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: An Overview at Simple Steps to Better Dental Health | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome A detailed look at these disorders including the symptoms, causes, treatment, possible surgery and chat transcripts from experts. |
| Other resource N25 | Craniofacial Pain Center | http://www.orofacialpain.com Craniofacial Pain Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome The Craniofacial Pain Center of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine is devoted to the diagnosis and management of temporomandibular disorders and chronic head, neck and facial pain. Find patient and professonal information and educational programs. |
| Other resource N26 | Comparison of Two Temporomandibular Joint Prosthesis Systems | http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=12796878 Comparison of Two Temporomandibular Joint Prosthesis Systems | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome/Total_Joint_Replacements Compares the outcomes of patients treated with the TMJ Concepts joint prosthesis and the Christensen prosthesis. |
| Other resource N27 | Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis by a Modified Fossa Prosthesis | http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=15262255 Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis by a Modified Fossa Prosthesis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome/Total_Joint_Replacements Fifteen patients were evaluated and the long term results of the modified fossa prosthesis was obtained. |
| Other resource N28 | Protocol for the Management of Failed Alloplastic TMJ Disc Implants | http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=7562188 Protocol for the Management of Failed Alloplastic TMJ Disc Implants | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome/Total_Joint_Replacements The management of failed Proplast/Teflon, Silastic, and Christensen Fossa implants by removal, joint debridement, recountouring of the articulating surfaces, and placement of a temporalis muscle/fascia flap for joint lining including the outcome of this protocol. |
| Other resource N29 | Self-Reported Systemic, Immune-Mediated Disorders in Patients with and without Proplast-Teflon Implants of the TMJ | http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=10199486 Self-Reported Systemic, Immune-Mediated Disorders in Patients with and without Proplast-Teflon Implants of the TMJ | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome/Total_Joint_Replacements Examines self-reported systemic and immune mediated disorders in patients with Proplast-Teflon TMJ implants by comparing them to a group who was not exposed to these alloplastic implants and to a group who has had these implants removed. |
| Other resource N30 | TMJ Implants, Inc | http://www.tmj.com/ TMJ Implants, Inc | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Temporomandibular_Joint_Syndrome/Total_Joint_Replacements The company provides Christensen alloplastic implants for TMJ disorders and injuries. The site contains doctor information, patient information and frequently asked questions, OR staff information, as well as regulatory status on the devices. |
| Other resource N31 | Tendonitis Information | http://orthopedics.about.com/health/orthopedics/bltendonitis.htm Tendonitis Information | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Tendonitis Guide to understanding this disorder and information about treating this common condition. |
| Other resource N32 | AchillesTendon.com | http://www.AchillesTendon.com AchillesTendon.com | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Tendonitis Resources on causes, prevention, treatment and research. |
| Other resource N33 | eMedicine Health - Ruptured Tendon | http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/5604-1.asp eMedicine Health - Ruptured Tendon | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Tendonitis Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of ruptured tendons. |
| Other resource N34 | Doctor's Guide to the Internet - Osteoporosis | http://www.pslgroup.com/OSTEOPOROSIS.HTM Doctor's Guide to the Internet - Osteoporosis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Discussion groups and newsgroups, related sites. |
| Other resource N35 | Osteoporosis Australia | http://www.osteoporosis.org.au/ Osteoporosis Australia | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Short text description of osteoporosis, risk factors, prevalence. |
| Other resource N36 | National Osteoporosis Foundation | http://www.nof.org National Osteoporosis Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Fighting osteoporosis and promoting bone health. Includes news, resources for patients and professionals, and information on advocacy and prevention. |
| Other resource N37 | Learn about Osteoporosis | http://www.learn-about-osteoporosis.com Learn about Osteoporosis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Details about its impact on women's health and nutrition, and research on calcium absorption, vitamins, aerobic exercises, and treatments such as calcium supplements are discussed. |
| Other resource N38 | Moonrise, Inc. | http://www.moonriseinc.com Moonrise, Inc. | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Dedicated to expanding the awareness of osteoporosis among both the medical and lay communities. |
| Other resource N39 | Healthubs | http://www.healthubs.com/osteopenia Healthubs | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Links to information about osteopenia. |
| Other resource N40 | Osteoporosis and Paget's Disease Drug Database | http://www.coreynahman.com/osteoporosis_pagets.html Osteoporosis and Paget's Disease Drug Database | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Database of commonly prescribed drugs for osteoporosis and paget's disease. |
| Other resource N41 | Oregon Osteoporosis Center, Portland, Oregon | http://www.oregonosteoporosis.com Oregon Osteoporosis Center, Portland, Oregon | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Provides clinical care and evaluation, clinical research activities, and educational programs, with a primary focus on osteoporosis and related disorders. |
| Other resource N42 | MedicineNet | http://www.aboutosteoporosis.com MedicineNet | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis About Osteoporosis, its prevention, detection and therapies. |
| Other resource N43 | Arthritis Insight - Osteoporosis | http://www.arthritisinsight.com/medical/disease/op.html Arthritis Insight - Osteoporosis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Information about osteoporosis, including statistics, diagnosis, treatment, community center, news, tips and resources. |
| Other resource N44 | Osteoporosis Information - ELDER eStore | http://www.elderestore.com/HLOsteoporosis.htm Osteoporosis Information - ELDER eStore | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Links and resources for this musculoskeletal disorders. Provides help to prevent from getting this disease and contact details. |
| Other resource N45 | Osteoporosis | http://www.cory.com/drstaub/osteoporosis.htm Osteoporosis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis An extensive look at what this is, the causes, diagnosis, supplements which may be helpful as well as estrogen replacement therapy. By Edward M. Staub, M.D. |
| Other resource N46 | Osteoporosis and Women's Health | http://www.osteoporosis-and-womens-health.com Osteoporosis and Women's Health | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Directory of treatment and prevention sites features topics such as calcium absorption and bone density, menopause and hormone replacement therapy and cures. |
| Other resource N47 | Mamas Health | http://mamashealth.com/osteoporosis.asp Mamas Health | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Learn about osteoporosis, what causes it, and some statistics. |
| Other resource N48 | Health Link MCW | http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/993855007.html Health Link MCW | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis An article about the diagnosis and treatment of Osteoporosis in older men. |
| Other resource N49 | Osteoporosis Explained | http://www.seniority.co.uk/content/archive/health_medical_osteoporosis_explained.html Osteoporosis Explained | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Details of what this is and who is at risk, the scale of the problem and costs involved. |
| Other resource N50 | Osteoporosis Health Center | http://www.drdonnica.com/display.asp?article=125 Osteoporosis Health Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Resources and links by DrDonnica.com. |
| Other resource N51 | Osteoporosis: A New Era in Recognition and Treatment | http://www.medscape.com/viewprogram/2664 Osteoporosis: A New Era in Recognition and Treatment | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Seminar presentation intended for medical professionals discusses risk factors, bone density measurements and their interpretation, and the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy. [Available as Flash video or slides and text with optional audio.] |
| Other resource N52 | Bone Densitometry | http://www.radiologyinfo.org/content/dexa.htm Bone Densitometry | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Information on what to expect for this diagnostic procedure. |
| Other resource N53 | Bone Health for Life | http://www.bonehealthforlife.org.au Bone Health for Life | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Practical advice to improve bone health. |
| Other resource N54 | eMedicine Health - Osteoporosis | http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/5516-1.asp eMedicine Health - Osteoporosis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment. |
| Other resource N55 | Australian Bone Density Testing Centre | http://www.bonedensitytesting.com.au Australian Bone Density Testing Centre | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis Information on done density testing and education to assess risk of fracture and prevention. |
| Other resource N56 | International Osteoporosis Foundation | http://www.osteofound.org International Osteoporosis Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis/Support_Groups IOF is a non-profit organisation which advocates the early prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis and related bone diseases. |
| Other resource N57 | Young People Get Osteoporosis Too | http://www.ypgot.com Young People Get Osteoporosis Too | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteoporosis/Support_Groups Information for young people. |
| Other resource N58 | Osteonecrosis Listserver | http://groups.yahoo.com/group/osteonecrosis/ Osteonecrosis Listserver | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteonecrosis Internet forum for osteonecrosis (also called avascular necrosis) offering information and support. |
| Other resource N59 | Kienbock's Disease - Australia | http://groups.yahoo.com/group/KienbockDisease_Australia Kienbock's Disease - Australia | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Osteonecrosis A support and information group in Australia interacting by message or chat room for people with avascular necrosis of the lunate. |
| Other resource N60 | The Patella and Chondromalacia | http://www.arthroscopy.com/sp05032.htm The Patella and Chondromalacia | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Chondromalacia Discussion of the anatomical abnormalities associated with chondromalacia. Includes diagrams and X-ray images. |
| Other resource N61 | A Patient's Guide to Shoulder Problems - Rotator Cuff Tear | http://www.sechrest.com/mmg/shoulder/cufftear.html A Patient's Guide to Shoulder Problems - Rotator Cuff Tear | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Rotator_Cuff_Injury Overview including causes and treatment. |
| Other resource N62 | Rotator Cuff Injury | http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/5582-1.asp Rotator Cuff Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Rotator_Cuff_Injury Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of rotator cuff injury. |
| Other resource N63 | Sprains and Strains | http://www.aaos.org/wordhtml/pat_educ/spr_str.htm Sprains and Strains | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Sprains_and_Strains Online fact sheet from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. |
| Other resource N64 | Whiplash Research Center | http://depts.washington.edu/wads/ Whiplash Research Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Sprains_and_Strains Details about a research project at the University of Washington. Also information about the injury itself. |
| Other resource N65 | Broken Bones, Sprains, and Strains | http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/emergencies/broken_bones.html Broken Bones, Sprains, and Strains | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Sprains_and_Strains From KidsHealth.org, information for parents regarding treatment for these types of injuries. |
| Other resource N66 | Common Shoulder Injuries | http://www.cory.com/drstaub/shoulder.htm Common Shoulder Injuries | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Shoulder Covers disorders of Tendinitis, Rotator Cuff Tear, Impingement Syndrome, dislocation and shoulder separation. |
| Other resource N67 | Shoulder India | http://www.shoulderindia.com Shoulder India | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Shoulder Information on shoulder disorders from an Orthopaedic Surgeon. |
| Other resource N68 | Hips and knees sugery | http://www.hipsknees.info Hips and knees sugery | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Hip Presentations on different hip and knee surgery. |
| Other resource N69 | Anterior Hip Pain | http://www.aafp.org/afp/991015ap/1687.html Anterior Hip Pain | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Hip Full text article fom the American Family Physician. |
| Other resource N70 | Hip Pain in Children | http://www.physsportsmed.com/issues/1996/01_96/gerberg.htm Hip Pain in Children | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Hip Different causes of nontraumatic hip pain in children. |
| Other resource N71 | Bursitis | http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=DS00032 Bursitis | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Bursitis Information from the Mayo Clinic. |
| Other resource N72 | Bursitis and Other Soft Tissue Diseases | http://www.arthritis.org/conditions/DiseaseCenter/bursitis.asp Bursitis and Other Soft Tissue Diseases | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Bursitis Causes, diagnosis and treatment. |
| Other resource N73 | Spine Health | http://www.spine-health.com Spine Health | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine Information about back pain and neck pain, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis and full range of treatment options. |
| Other resource N74 | Back Pain Site | http://www.1backpain.com Back Pain Site | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine Information about conditions, therapies, exercises, and doctors who treat this disorder. |
| Other resource N75 | The Back Page | http://www.thebackpage.net The Back Page | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine Comprehensive information on Low Back and Neck Pain. |
| Other resource N76 | E-spine.com | http://www.espine.com E-spine.com | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine Helping people make informed decisions about spine surgery. |
| Other resource N77 | Spine Universe | http://www.spineuniverse.com Spine Universe | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine Back pain and spinal disease portal. |
| Other resource N78 | Back Pain Be Gone | http://ivillage.directhit.com/fcgi-bin/RedirURL.fcg?url=http%3A%2F%2Fmagazines.ivillage.com%2Fgoodhousekeeping%2Fconsumer%2Fbeauty%2Farticles%2F0%2C12 Back Pain Be Gone | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine Good Housekeeping Institute experts review health products that promise back pain relief. |
| Other resource N79 | Vertebroplasty | http://www.health.temple.edu/tuh/vertebroplasty/ Vertebroplasty | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine A short description of vertebroplasty, a treatment for compression fractures. |
| Other resource N80 | Back Pain Information | http://www.back.com Back Pain Information | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Musculoskeletal_Disorders/Back_and_Spine Resource for information on back pain including symptoms, causes, treatment options, and doctor database. |