Osteoporosis is a disease that's characterized by abnormally porous bones because of a deficiency of calcium and vitamin D. An estimated 10 million people in the U.S. alone suffer with osteoporosis and most cases occur in Caucasian females over age 50. Those diagnosed with osteoporosis are subject to vertebral and hip fractures, in addition to loss of elevation and chronic back pain.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve, the nerve running through the carpal tunnel, or center of the wrist, is broken. It is not uncommon among those who frequently use their hands like office workers, hairdressers, painters, musicians, and cashiers. Symptoms include pain, numbness, tingling, and swelling in the wrist and hands.
The human spine consists of a total of 23 sponge-like discs, which act as shock absorbers between the vertebrae bones or bones which make up the spine. A herniated disc occurs when this substance lumps or protrudes between the vertebrae.
A pinched nerve is simply another way to say a damaged nerve. A pinched nerve can occur in a person’s neck, back, and arms, as well as many other places in the body.
The sciatic nerve runs from the bottom of the spine down the length of your leg. Sciatica is a term used to describe the symptoms which occur when the sciatic nerve is irritated, pinched, or ruined. Symptoms of sciatica normally include tingling, fatigue or a tingling sensation in the calves, buttocks, thighs, and lower spine.
Arthritis is an inflammatory joint disease and is among the most common disabilities in the USA. Symptoms include loss of motion, tiredness, weight loss, disturbed sleeping patterns, and tenderness and pain in muscles.
Structures Health By Dr. Jeffrey Stoltenberg