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The leading cause of instability is an injury that forces the humeral head out of its socket. If the humerus pushes completely out of the joint, it's called dislocation. If it only pushes partway out, it's called subluxation.

During shoulder replacement surgery, all or part of your problem shoulder is replaced with an artificial joint, called a prosthesis.

If you have a shoulder problem, a surgical procedure called arthroscopy can help.

Carpal tunnel syndrome leads to tingling and numbness of the hand and wrist. In time, the condition can make even simple tasks hard to do.

Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at higher risk for developing carpal tunnel syndrome. Learning how to modify the use of your hands can help you reduce the risk.

When you have lung problems, you can help yourself feel better by conserving your energy. Pacing yourself, simplifying tasks, and not bending and lifting will let you do more without getting short of breath.

Often it’s hard to know which medical treatment choices you might face. Would you rather let someone you trust decide for you? A durable power of attorney for health care lets you name an agent to carry out your wishes. This happens only if you can’t express your wishes yourself.

An intravenous pyelogram (IVP) is an X-ray exam of your urinary tract (kidneys, ureters, and bladder). This test can help find stones or other problems with your urinary tract. Learn more about how the test is done and what to expect.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a test that lets your doctor see detailed pictures of the inside of your body. MRI combines the use of strong magnets and radio waves to form an MRI image. Read on to learn all about having an MRI.