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Endoscopic plantar fasciotomy (EPF) is one of the surgeries used to treat chronic strain of the plantar fascia. It is done as an outpatient procedure. It takes about an hour to do and may be done at a hospital, a same-day surgical facility, or in your doctor's office. Read this to learn more.

Arthroscopy is used to diagnose and treat shoulder problems. Conditions treated by shoulder arthroscopy include impingement, torn rotator cuff, stretched capsule, torn labrum, arthritis, and loose bodies.

Shoulder impingement syndrome is a problem with the shoulder joint. It occurs when certain parts in the joint swell and are pinched. This can cause nagging pain and problems with moving the arm.

A helpful look at the most common over-the-counter medicines that treat allergies.

Now that you are facing treatment for cancer, you may have concerns that you want to share. If you do want to talk, you may not know how to start. These ideas may help.

Infusion therapy is a safe way to take medicines or fluids that can’t be taken by mouth. Instead, they flow through a flexible tube (catheter) that’s placed in a vein—usually on your arm or chest. This is called the infusion site.

Use this checklist to make sure you have all the things you need. If anything is missing or damaged, call the supply company right away.

Infusion therapy is a safe way to take medicines or fluids that can’t be taken by mouth. Here's how to prevent infection when doing infusion therapy at home.

Your supplies need to be kept sterile. Otherwise, they aren’t safe to use. Inspect, store, and dispose of supplies as directed by the nurse.