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How Do You Test for Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis that causes pain and stiffness, typically in your back and spine.1 Getting an early diagnosis can help you get treatment to slow its progression and manage your symptoms.
Source: Health
How long can I take ibuprofen for low back pain?
Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) generally suitable for short-term relief of low back pain. A person must not exceed 1,200 mg of ibuprofen per day for over-the-counter use unless a doctor advises it.
Source: Medical News Today
When to worry about numbness and tingling: Expert explains neuropathy, other causes
Most people experience numbness or the familiar pins-and-needles sensation from time to time. Often, it is harmless and occurs temporarily, because you have been sitting, standing or sleeping in a position that puts pressure on a nerve. However, these symptoms can sometimes signal an underlying medical condition such as neuropathy
Source: Medical Xpress
A spine you can hold in your hands may help surgeons in the most challenging operations
According to a new study, 3D-printed spine models may support the work of spine surgeons, particularly in understanding highly complex cases and planning surgical procedures. The findings come from a study conducted at the Doctoral School of Semmelweis University and published in the journal World Neurosurgery.
Source: Medical Xpress
Neck pain at work may stem from poor sleep, stress and high workload not just bad posture, AI study shows
Artificial intelligence could predict an individual office worker`s risk of musculoskeletal injury in specific body parts, a study by QUT health and data scientists has found. The researchers looked at body-region-specific risk profiles and found that individual, physical and psychosocial factors contributed different weights to injury risk.
Source: Medical Xpress
