Several types of casts are available to help injuries heal. Your healthcare provider will decide what type of cast will work best for your injury.

Bones can break anywhere in the body. Casts are often used for fractures in the hands, arms, legs, or feet. There are many types of fractures. But all fractures heal the same way: New bone grows to connect the broken pieces. A cast holds broken bones in place while they heal.

A child’s bones heal the same way as an adult’s. But since a child’s bones are still growing, there are a few special concerns.

Explanation of how bones heal.

Illustration and explanation of neck muscles.

These exercises help build upper body strength.

The following exercises do more than build strength. You’ll also use them after surgery to help speed your recovery.

The following exercises build strength. You’ll also use them after surgery to help speed up your recovery.

There are several types of laparoscopic hysterectomy. Depending on your needs, all or part of the uterus may be removed. In some cases, the cervix, ovaries, or fallopian tubes are also removed.

Before advising a hysterectomy, your healthcare provider will evaluate your health problem. You and your healthcare provider will go over the results of your exams and tests. Together, you can discuss your choices and make a treatment plan.