Injury Type FAQs
Back Injury
What are the most common causes of back injuries?
Common causes include accidents, heavy lifting, sudden movements, and degenerative conditions like arthritis.
How is the severity of a back injury determined?
The severity is often assessed through physical examinations, patient history, and diagnostic imaging like X-rays or MRIs.
Bursitis
What leads to the development of bursitis?
Bursitis typically arises from repetitive movements, prolonged pressure, or sudden injuries affecting the bursa sac.
How is bursitis differentiated from other joint pains?
Bursitis presents as localized pain around a joint, especially when it’s moved or pressed, and may be confirmed through imaging.
Carpal Tunnel
What are the primary symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?
Symptoms include numbness, tingling, and pain in the hand, especially in the thumb, index, and middle fingers.
How can carpal tunnel syndrome be prevented?
Regular breaks, ergonomic workspaces, wrist exercises, and proper wrist posture can help prevent its onset.
Head Injury
What should one do immediately after sustaining a head injury?
Seek medical attention, avoid sleep for a few hours, and monitor for worsening symptoms like confusion or severe headache.
How is the severity of a head injury evaluated?
Doctors often use the Glasgow Coma Scale, along with imaging tests like CT scans or MRIs.
Herniated Disc Injury
What are the main signs of a herniated disc?
Symptoms include localized back pain, sciatica, and numbness or weakness in limbs.
How is a herniated disc treated?
Treatments range from physical therapy and medications to surgical interventions, depending on severity.
Scoliosis
At what age is scoliosis commonly diagnosed?
Scoliosis is most commonly identified during growth spurts in adolescence.
Can exercises correct scoliosis?
While exercises can help manage pain and improve posture, they typically can’t correct the curve in the spine.
Spine Injury
What are the first signs of a spinal cord injury?
Symptoms might include pain, numbness, paralysis, and loss of bladder or bowel control.
How are spine injuries classified?
They’re categorized based on location (cervical, thoracic, lumbar) and severity (complete or incomplete).
Whiplash Injury
What events commonly cause whiplash injuries?
Whiplash is frequently caused by rear-end car collisions but can also result from sports accidents or falls.
How long does it typically take to recover from whiplash?
Recovery can range from a few weeks for mild cases to several months for more severe instances.
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