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Causes of Rotator cuff tear
Rotator cuff tear is caused by structural failure of one or more of the tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint, usually because the tendon has been subjected to repeated mechanical stress, gradual degenerative change,…
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Symptoms of Rotator cuff tear
The symptoms of a rotator cuff tear most commonly include shoulder pain, weakness, reduced range of motion, and difficulty lifting or rotating the arm. These symptoms arise because the rotator cuff tendons and the…
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What is Rotator cuff tear
A rotator cuff tear is a structural injury in the shoulder in which one or more of the tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint are partially or completely torn. The rotator cuff is a…
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FAQ about Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the joints and, in some cases, other parts of the body. This FAQ explains what rheumatoid arthritis is, why it happens, how it is diagnosed,…
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Prevention of Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune inflammatory disease in which the immune system begins to attack synovial tissues, the structures that line and lubricate joints. This process can lead to persistent inflammation, cartilage damage, bone…
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Treatment for Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is treated with a combination of anti-inflammatory drugs, immune-modifying medications, symptom-relieving agents, physical rehabilitation, and, in some cases, surgery. The central aim of treatment is not only to reduce pain and stiffness…
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Diagnosis of Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is usually identified through a combination of clinical assessment, blood tests, and imaging studies rather than by a single definitive test. Because it is an autoimmune disease, the body’s immune system mistakenly…