Injuries - March 2007

2007-03-09 08:11:18 · 30 answers · asked by brittanyroxy123 2

The doc says I'll be out of commision for 4-6 weeks . Is there anything I can take to speed up the healing process , I need to be up and about in 2-3 weeks max . I am resting and everything but I am not able to mis that much work . The broken rib is a result of a sever coughing fit from pnomia , I am almost over the nasty bug . Would Creatin or hgh speed up the healing process ?

2007-03-09 08:05:02 · 1 answers · asked by lickit_suckit_slammit 2

My shoulder was jammed in a car accident 4 years ago and even now, I sometimes get pains in my shoulder and arm - sometimes it feels like an ache, sometimes shooting pains, sometimes just tingling. Is this normal, 4 years later? How do you distinguish it from heart attack symptoms?

2007-03-09 07:47:00 · 4 answers · asked by dench65 2

MRI LUMBAR SPINE

HISTORY: Back pain with left lower extremity radicular symptoms

COMPARISON STUDIES: None available

TECHNIQUE: Multiplanar sequences with T1, intermediate, T2, and/or T2*-weighted image contrast.

FINDINGS:
Generall: Lumbar alignment is normal. No evidence for fracture or neoplasm. Transitional lumbosacral anatomy with a rudimentary disc at the S1-2 level.

L1-2, L2-3, L3-4, L4-5: No significant abnormality.

L5-S1: Disc degeneration with loss of disc height and T2 signal intensity. A small right paracentral disc protrusion abuts the right S1 nerve root. A small hyperintense zone lies with in the posterior annulus fibrosis. Mild bilateral facet arthrosis without canal or foraminal stenosis.

Conus and intraspinal: The conus is normal in position and appearance. No intraspinal lesions.

IMPRESSION:
1. Small right paracentral disc protrusion at L5-S1 with small associated radial tear of the posterior annulus fibrosis. This abuts and slightly displaces the right S1 nerve root.
2. Transistional anatomy with a rudimentary disc at the S1-S2 level.

REASON FOR STUDY: ^Eval. for HNP. on 11/14/06 pt. injured his low back @wk. lifting heavy boxes, pain in low back radiating down lt. leg w/numbness in feet N/A

Would someone please explain the upbove information to me? At least make it easier to understand and as far as the pain & numbness goes would it radiate down the left leg or the right leg since it 'displaces the right S1 nerve root'?
Patient states that he informed the doctor it was his right leg but doctor noted left leg on MRI report. Would this change the whole outcome of the Findings/Impression?

2007-03-09 07:15:00 · 2 answers · asked by ~Sheila~ 5

Can someone please explain RSD. I have a relative who is diagnosed after an injury.

2007-03-09 06:58:53 · 3 answers · asked by Paradox 3

if I walk without holding on to something, there is a chance that I will fall down. My legs and ankles are strong but just give out on me out of the blue. I am 29 years old with no health issues. Any suggestions?

2007-03-09 06:16:50 · 6 answers · asked by myangelbarry 1

I cant hear that well from my ears, after i got punch in the chest. I can hear somewhat, but it sounds dull. any ideas wuts wrong?

2007-03-09 05:51:43 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I used to run 10 miles a day 5-6 days a week for about ten years. I moved and got a job and dont run anymore(for about 7 years I havent been running)now my feet hurt all the time especially after work and on my days off I can barely walk. Can this be from all the running I used to do or something else. What can I do about this. The area that hurts is in my feet especially in the heel area.

2007-03-09 05:21:30 · 0 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-09 04:54:53 · 28 answers · asked by mawkandi 1

I had a car accident about a year ago that gave me pretty severe whiplash. And I still occasionally suffer from the symptoms I innitally felt after the accident. Some days have very mild symptoms, other days prevent me form even getting out of bed. None of my doctors told me any long term side effects. I am not on medication for it. Is this common? Should I get it checked out?

2007-03-09 04:08:27 · 6 answers · asked by holly_cristil27 1

About a year and a half ago, I was visiting a friend in downtown Cleveland. I fell on the sidewalk and really hurt my left knee. It was swelled for about two weeks and hasn't been the same since. I should have gone to the doctor but I was unemployeed and broke and no medical coverage of any kind. I've just kind of dealt with it. It's stiff and it hurts to kneel down. (I'm an altar server at my church so when I have to kneel for a few minutes, thats when I really feel it)
Recently, it's been bothering me more than usual. There are times when it kills every time I put weight on that leg. And, I have to stand a lot for my current job. I'll get medical next month when I've been there for a year but I don't know if I can wait that long. What should I do? And until I go to the doctor, how can I ease the pain a little so I can get through a day without wanting to cry.

2007-03-09 03:56:53 · 5 answers · asked by carebear_grl21 2

2007-03-09 03:50:26 · 16 answers · asked by macybluedawn 5

I accidentally stabbed myself in my thigh while i was sowing somthing yesterday. Stainless steel needle. it went in pretty far and i bleed alot. Anyways it stopped bleeding. What signs do I need to look out for now. Are there any special reactions that can occur from the type of metal? Hope you can help thanks!

2007-03-09 03:45:57 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

If so where?

2007-03-09 03:22:46 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-09 03:06:53 · 10 answers · asked by Jim_S 2

2 spinal surgeries later...still in pain , local docs in miami/ kendall fl...tell me 2 dee my doc. well i dont have one....second opinion needed! thanx derrick cooper///

2007-03-09 02:41:14 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-09 02:33:33 · 1 answers · asked by phosphorus78 2

Somthing bit me 2 days ago and my arm got inflamed and lumped up. The lump is is going down because I took benadryl it's still hot to the touch. Now I have a wierd sort of rash going up my arm and it hurts. I always thought that blood poisoning ran the veins what do you think it could be ? I hate to go to the doctor for nothing.

2007-03-09 02:02:43 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

And while it got better after a week, there are times when it hurts just as bad now, whenever I lean down to get something from the bottom cupboard and takes another week for the pain to stop. Just wondering if it is anything more than just a sprain or if there is any muscle strain or other problem that could mean I have to see a doctor about?

2007-03-09 01:45:40 · 4 answers · asked by Lief Tanner 5

I am a runner and I am considering ice baths after long runs.

2007-03-09 01:20:49 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-08 23:05:42 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

but my eyes were still not the same what do i do

2007-03-08 22:37:59 · 2 answers · asked by niceguy 2

I m 20 years old... hate running but I do play basketball on occasion and volleyball alot... I also jump pretty high but my shins dont hurt any oher time but after im done playing and have sat down for about 5-10 mins

2007-03-08 22:29:31 · 2 answers · asked by JSs 2

the fracture is in the ankle as a result of a trampoline accident and we were wondering if anyone has experienced this and what was the outcome.

2007-03-08 22:16:04 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-08 20:52:43 · 3 answers · asked by l.thorne899@btinternet.com 2

i had a ACL injury in my knee some 5 years back. Arthroscopy was performed on me and the torn ligament was removed. I couldnt find time since then to get the reconstruction surgery done. would it be possible for reconstruction to be 100% successful ? Would i be able to run like normal person again ?

2007-03-08 20:20:46 · 4 answers · asked by srinivas m 1

My wrist hurts when I lift weights. What seems to be the problem? Is it how I hold the weights?

I'm now using wrist protective gear.

2007-03-08 20:05:47 · 2 answers · asked by Makisig 3

I had blisters on the backs of both my ankles, around my achilles. One went away without me noticing, but the other was not so easy. I popped it using a sharp ring and when I did, this water-like stuff (or maybe it was water, I'm not sure) came out. What the hell was it, and should I be worried?

2007-03-08 17:01:49 · 4 answers · asked by Red Lime 3

Well when i was doing my leg excersises, i accidentily excersised too much and know my quads are SUPER sore... like it kind of hurts to walk. I shouldn't have overdone it. I am going skiing in about 2 days, and I don't want my muscles to still be really sore by then. Will it most likely go away? What are some ways i can help reduce the pain and stress in my muscles or even make it go away so i can ski without it hurting? Ice? Advil? Any tips please!

2007-03-08 16:59:11 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I fell down 3 days ago and the next day I was sore in my side and back area. I have been going to work and I have a lot of lifting that I do. 15-65lb. most of the day. It has been 3 days now and the pain is so severe I can hardly walk. Could I have broken a rib?

2007-03-08 16:49:51 · 8 answers · asked by nice_witch40 1