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    Low back pain sometimes occurs after a specific movement, such as lifting or bending. Just getting older also plays a role in many back conditions. This article explains some of the more common causes of low back pain and describes some general treatment options.

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    Patients rely on OrthoInfo to help them better understand orthopaedic health issues like arthritis, broken bones, and sports injuries, plus orthopaedic treatments like joint replacement and arthroscopy.

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    Scoliosis is a condition that causes the spine to curve sideways. There are several different types of scoliosis that affect children and adolescents. By far, the most common type is “idiopathic,” which means the exact cause is not known.

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    Because so many structures make up the shoulder, it is vulnerable to many different problems and injuries. This article explains some of the common causes of shoulder pain and describes some general treatment options.

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    Backpacks that are too heavy or are worn incorrectly can lead to back, neck, and shoulder pain, as well as posture problems. To avoid injury, never let your child overload his or her backpack and be sure that the backpack is not too big or too small.

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    Football is the leading cause of school sports injuries. Fortunately, there are many things a young person can do both on and off the field to minimize the risk for injury, such as maintaining a fitness routine during the off season.

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    An olecranon fracture is a break in the bony “tip” of the elbow. Because the olecranon is positioned directly under the skin with little protection from muscles or other soft tissues, it can break easily if you experience a blow to the elbow or fall on an outstretched arm.

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    This illustrated guide includes exercises and activities designed to restore muscle strength and mobility to your shoulder following shoulder surgery.

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    • After most shoulder surgeries, light exercises are helpful to restore motion. This Shoulder Surgery Exercise Guide can be extremely helpful in guiding patients along to healing path. https://t.co/3izCq4IlpE

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    A break in the shinbone just below the knee is called a proximal tibia fracture. The proximal tibia is the upper portion of the bone where it widens to help form the knee joint. Many of these fractures require surgery to restore strength, motion, and stability to the leg.

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