When a bone breaks or cracks, the injury is called a fracture. In the arm, a fracture most often occurs in the long and slender midsection (shaft) of one of the three arm bones (the humerus, radius and ulna).
Fractures of the humerus (upper arm bone) In otherwise healthy people, most fractures of the humerus are caused by a direct blow to the upper arm. This often is caused by a motor vehicle accident or high-impact fall. Less often, the humerus can fracture because of a severe...
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Neuromusclar disorder - myasthenia gravisSymptomsThe muscle weakness of myasthenia gravis worsens with activity and improves with rest. Weakness in... Read more »
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Muscle function loss is when a muscle doesn't work or move normally. The medical term for complete loss of muscle function is paralysis.Alternative... Read more »
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Volkmann's contracture is a deformity of the hand, fingers, and wrist caused by injury to the muscles of the forearm.See also: Compartment... Read more »
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This study continues the work already done investigating the use of botulinum type A toxin (Botox A) for relief of muscle pain. A specific Botox... Read more »