Understanding Cervical Radiculopathy

Cervical radiculopathy is irritation or inflammation of a nerve root in the neck. It causes neck pain and other symptoms that may spread into the chest or down the arm.

Understanding Tachycardia

If you have a heart rhythm problem that causes the heart to beat faster than normal, it is known as tachycardia. There are many types of tachycardia.

Understanding Skier’s Thumb

Skier's thumb is an injury to the ulnar collateral ligament. This ligament is at the base of the thumb on the side near the pointer (index) finger.

Having Ankle Fusion

Ankle fusion is a type of surgery used to join two or more bones of your ankle. Your ankle fusion will be done by an orthopedic surgeon. This is a surgeon who specializes in treating bone, muscle, joint, and tendon problems.

Understanding Aspiration (Child)

Aspiration is when something enters the airway or lungs by accident, such as food, liquid, or some other material. Here's what you should know if your child has this problem.

Understanding Vitrectomy

A vitrectomy is a type of eye surgery to treat problems with the retina and vitreous. During the surgery, your eye healthcare provider removes the vitreous and replaces it with another solution.