Category: Patient Information

Colorectal Cancer

January 12, 2021

Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum. These cancers can also be called colon cancer or rectal cancer, depending on where they start. Colon cancer and rectal cancer are often grouped together because they have many features in common. Cancer starts when cells in the body start to grow out of control. The colon and rectum To understand colorectal cancer, it helps to know about the normal structure and function of the colon and...

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Osteoarthritis of the Knee

January 11, 2021

Osteoarthritis of the knee occurs when the bony surfaces (cartilage) between the thigh bone and shin bone, and sometimes on the back of the kneecap (patella), become worn and uneven. This prevents smooth movement of the joint and can be a normal part of the ageing process.Knee osteoarthritis (knee OA) is a progressive disease caused by inflammation and degeneration of the knee joint that worsens over time. It affects the entire joint, including...

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

January 10, 2021

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has two main parts: obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are unwelcome thoughts, images, urges, worries or doubts that repeatedly appear in your mind. They can make you feel very anxious (although some people describe it as 'mental discomfort' rather than anxiety). Compulsions are repetitive activities that you do to reduce the anxiety caused by the obsession. It could be something like repeatedly...

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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

January 9, 2021

Shoulder impingement syndrome is the result of a vicious cycle of rubbing of the rotator cuff between your humerus and top outer edge of your shoulder. The rubbing leads to more swelling and further narrowing of the space, which result in pain and irritation. Treatments include rest, ice, anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, cortisone injections and surgery. How does shoulder impingement syndrome develop? When your rotator cuff is...

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Chronic Pain

January 7, 2021

Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts at least 12 weeks. The pain may feel sharp or dull, causing a burning or aching sensation in the affected areas. It may be steady or intermittent, coming and going without any apparent reason. Chronic pain can occur in nearly any part of your body. The pain can feel different in the various affected areas. Most common types of chronic pain include: HeadachePostsurgical painPost-trauma painLower back...

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Cervical Vertigo

January 7, 2021

Cervical vertigo, or cervicogenic dizziness, is a neck-related sensation in which a person feels like either they’re spinning or the world around them is spinning. Poor neck posture, neck disorders, or trauma to the cervical spine cause this condition.  Causes of cervical vertigo There are a number of potential causes of cervical vertigo, though this condition is still being researched. Blockage of arteries in the neck from...

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Physiotherapy

January 3, 2021

Physiotherapy helps to restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability. It can also help to reduce the risk of injury or illness in the future. When is physiotherapy used? Physiotherapy can be helpful for people of all ages with a wide range of health conditions, including problems affecting the: Bones, joints and soft tissue – such as back pain, neck pain, shoulder...

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Liver Disease

January 2, 2021

The liver is the largest organ in the human body. It performs over 500 functions, including digestion of proteins, mineral storage, bile production and blood filtration. Many health problems can keep your liver from functioning properly and cause disease. There are several common symptoms of liver disease, including jaundice, liver failure and liver enlargement. Liver Function The liver performs many functions essential for good health and...

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Pain

December 19, 2020

What is pain? We have pain receptors throughout our body, both outside and within. These receptors send electrical messages through our spinal cord to the brain. We only become aware of pain after our brain receives and interprets these electrical messages. In some cases, such as when we touch a hot stove, the body can spring into defensive action even before the brain knows what is happening. That's because pain messages that reach the spinal...

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Hernia

December 7, 2020

A hernia occurs when part of an internal organ or body part protrudes through an opening into another area where it ordinarily should not be located. A hernia usually develops between your chest and hips. In many cases, it causes no or very few symptoms, although you may notice a swelling or lump in your tummy (abdomen) or groin. Types of hernia Hernias occur in various locations. Some hernias are present at birth, while others develop...

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