Learning About Facet Cyst Removal
A facet cyst is a lesion of the lower spine, located in a facet joint. Removal may be recommended if the cyst is large, pain is disabling, and NSAIDs and physical therapy aren’t helping enough.
Learn How to Help Your Child Cope With Cerebral Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD)
Cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is a genetic disease that happens during childhood. It happens when very long chain fatty acids (VLCFAs) build up in the tissues over time. Normally these VLCFAs are broken down (metabolized) by the body. ALD can...
Learning About Joint Attention and Play for Children With Autism
Joint attention means sharing an experience by looking at, listening to, or doing something together. It’s a valuable skill for young children as they learn to communicate with the people around them. Examples of joint attention are: Following...
Learning About Internal Derangement of the Knee
Internal derangement of the knee is a broad term for a knee problem inside the joint that causes pain or makes it hard to move your knee normally. Different issues can lead to internal derangement of the knee. Tears within the knee or a loss of the...
Learning About Internal Derangement of the Shoulder
Internal derangement of the shoulder is a broad term for a shoulder problem inside the joint that causes pain or makes it hard to move your shoulder normally. There are three main causes of internal derangement of the shoulder. Injury. For example,
Learning About Progressive Mobility
Progressive mobility is a series of planned movements and exercises to help prevent problems while you’re in the hospital and help you get back to your normal activities. When you’re recovering from an illness, an injury, or surgery, you might...
Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Surgery: After Your Newborn's Surgery
The doctor placed a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt under your baby’s skin. A VP shunt is made of two thin tubes (catheters) connected by a valve. The shunt drains extra fluid out of your baby’s brain and into their belly. Your baby's body can take...
What to Expect With Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Learn about exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor.
Tips to Improve Your Gut Health
The gut contains trillions of bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Together, they're known as the gut microbiota. They help keep you healthy in several ways. The gut supplies nutrients from food to the cells in your body. It also uses and produces vitamin...
Learning About Vaginal Polypectomy
A vaginal polypectomy is a procedure to remove vaginal polyps, or growths, that appear on the cervix. These growths can be different sizes. They appear smooth and red or purple. Polyps most often occur after age 20. They can be caused by infections...