Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Its Causes
The article explains carpal tunnel syndrome a progressive condition where the median nerve is pressed at the wrist. It notes higher prevalence in women and symptoms such as numbness tingling and pain, with possible night awakening. It cites Mayo Clinic and NINDS on causes including congenital predisposition and factors like wrist injury and arthritis. Treatment includes rest splints and therapy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Desanta Holder McClatchy
Mayo Clinic
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Carpal Tunnel Case Linked to Insect Sting in 1970
A 37 year old man developed swelling and numbness after an unidentified insect sting in 1970 and underwent median nerve release with corticosteroids. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery in 1972 concluded the sting caused carpal tunnel syndrome.
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The
Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery
Community health support groups and free screening events
A roundup of health related programs in Cedar Rapids and nearby towns includes cancer and ADHD support groups at local churches and centers, free mammograms and Pap tests at Planned Parenthood and Mercy facilities, breastfeeding helper sessions at Mercy and St Luke's, CPR and childbirth classes, and bereavement and midlife nutrition talks. Events list dates, locations and contact numbers for registration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Cancer Society
First Ave
Rockwell Dr
Cedar Rapids
American Red Cross
Grantwood-Redcross. Org
Planned Parenthood
East Central
Iowa
Breast & Bone Health
St. Luke's Hospital
Mercy Women's Center
Mercy Medical
Birthplace
Mercy Medical Center
Delaware County Community Center
Fairgrounds
Manchester
Walgreens
16Th Ave
Givebloodgivelife. Org
Alzheimer’s Association
Bickford Cottage
Linden Dr
Marion
Cardinal Dr
E. College St
Iowa City
Grantwood-Redcross.org
Givebloodgivelife.org
St. Luke's
S. Blairsferry
Hiawatha
Dennis
Donna Oldorf
House of Mercy
18Th Ave
Meadow View
F Ave
National Alliance On
First Lutheran Church
Third Ave
Lowe's Entertainment Center
10Th Street
Linn- Mar High School
la Leche League of
St. Andrew Presbyterian Church
Melrose
Child life specialists aid hospitalized children through play
The article describes child life programs at Children's Hospital and St. Christopher's, where specialists use medical play to give children familiarity and control during procedures. It notes staff roles, funding, and a case of Alyia D'Ambrosio who returned home after months on a surgical unit, with advocate Hilary Phil lips involved in pre op and theatre support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tenhuisen
Candy Nyce
Department of Child Life
St. Christopher’s Hospital For Children
Children’s Hospital
Children's Hospital of
Philadelphia
Alyia D'Ambrosio
Williamstown
Gloucester County
Alysa
Hilary Phillips
Alyia
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Givebloodgivelife
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Second Ave
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Kirkwood Resource Center
Fifth Ave
Abbe Center For
11Th St. NW
Mercy Health Plaza
Council St
Helen G. Nassif
Women's & Children’s Health
Hallagan Education Center
Robert Struthers
Eastern Iowa Sleep Center
Mercy Medical Plaza
E. Market
Call Mercy Medical Center
Sediacek
Rockwell Dr. NE
Scanlon Room
Mercytown City
Addcorridorcoaching
McAuley Room
Mercy
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Givebloodgivelife. Ore
Women’s & Children’s Health
Hilary
Philadelphia Inquirer
Pointe
Town
Dorothy
Et al la Ali
Emma Ok
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Foot Solutions
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Blairs Ferry Rd
Mionesy Athletic
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Aina
Tama St
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Blairs Ferry Act
Fairtax
Marion Blvd
Marionvillages.com
Hari
CarePro” Home Medical
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