Numbness or Tingling

Numbness or Tingling

Unusual tingling, prickling sensations, or numbness in an extremity can be caused by sitting with your legs crossed for too long or when your arm...
Close-up of inflamed skin with red bumps and irritation, illustrating common skin problems

Skin Problems

It may seem unrelated, but the cause of a skin condition could be a joint-related problem. There are a number of joint diseases that cause...
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Pelvic Pain

Your pelvis is the area located between your belly button and your thighs. Its location is close to your urinary tract, reproductive organs, and digestive...
Woman with hand on lower back, experiencing muscle spasm or pain

Muscle Spasms

Muscle spasms, also known as muscle fasciculation, involve small contractions in your muscles. Each muscle is made of fiber bundles that are controlled by your...
Healthcare professional explaining spinal vertebrae model to patient, showing bone structure and posture health

Loss of Height & Stooped Posture

It is not uncommon for older people to think they are taller than they actually are. Shrinking height inevitably comes along with aging, and many...
Joint Pain Types

Joint Pain Types

Joint pain can occur as a natural part of the aging process, or it can occur as a symptom of a serious health condition. Years...
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Curved Spine

Your spine consists of stacked vertebrae with discs in between. When viewed from the back, a healthy spine will run straight down the middle. From...
X-ray of a forearm showing a broken bone with a visible fracture line

What Causes Broken Bones?

When excessive force is applied to a bone, it can break. Some fractures only crack the bone, while others can break it completely. Your bones...
Close-up of brittle, flaking fingernails showing peeling and splitting along the nail surface

What Causes Brittle Fingernails?

Have you ever wondered, “Why are my fingernails brittle?” Onychoschizia is the medical name for brittle or splitting fingernails. It can be caused by trauma...
Older man holding his lower back in pain while woman comforts him from behind

Back Pain

Back pain can be caused by something as simple as strain during an exercise or not bending correctly when you lift something. Persistent back pain,...