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Why Is My Pain Returning After Healing? Get Expert Advice Now!

The new pain is likely unrelated to the original injury, which has healed. It could be from muscle strain due to recent activities or poor posture. I recommend resting, applying heat or cold, and continuing the ointment. If the pain persists,

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Is Surgery the Right Choice for Your LHB Tendon Pain?

It’s encouraging that the injection improved your pain and movement, suggesting the issue is related to the biceps tendon. While the MRI doesn’t mention the LHB tendon, clinical improvement supports the diagnosis.

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Is Your Arm Pain Getting Worse After a Fall?

A fracture-free scan doesn’t mean there’s no injury. Soft tissue or nerve damage could be causing your symptoms. Gentle heat therapy, like a warm jacuzzi or steam bath, may help with recovery. However, since your pain is worsening, a follow-up exam, possibly

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Severe Ankle Pain and Swelling? Get Help Now!

It is not uncommon to experience discomfort or swelling after an ankle ORIF, especially when engaging in prolonged physical activity. However, the severity of your pain and swelling, particularly during long shifts, suggests that further evaluation

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Right Arm Weakness? Talk to a Doctor Now!

This is unusual since you have no pain. Sudden strength loss in one arm could be due to nerve compression, muscle fatigue, or a rotator cuff issue. Reduce gym workload, focus on high-rep, low-weight exercises, and try swimming to assess muscle function. If

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Tailbone Pain After a Fall? Get Help Today!

I understand that a tailbone injury can be quite uncomfortable. Fortunately, fractures are rare in these cases, but long-term pain can sometimes occur. In such situations, I typically consider treatments like injections to help manage the pain and reduce

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Need Help with Fracture Recovery? Consult an Orthopedic Specialist

I understand you're concerned about your recovery. It's important to note that distal femur fractures require proper realignment of the bone axis to ensure good knee function. Based on your description, it seems you have a partially dislocated femur fracture

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Worried About Your Ankle Recovery? When Should You See a Doctor?

Physiotherapy and controlled exercises, but not for full weight-bearing yet. That’s why using crutches is essential. The metal hardware (ORIF repair) helps hold the bones in place and allows movement, but the healing process typically takes around 6–8 weeks.

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Foot Pain & Swelling After Injury? Talk to a Doctor Now!

Based on your symptoms—persistent pain, swelling, and a noticeable lump even after a month—it would be best to get an X-ray of your foot. This will help rule out any fractures or underlying issues, such as a bone bruise or soft tissue injury.

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Why Is My Toe Swollen and Won't Bend?

Given your symptoms, I recommend getting an X-ray to check for a possible fracture. The treatment will depend on the results. If it's a fracture, it may require immobilization or surgery, especially considering your rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis. If it

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