The arthritis in your hands makes it painful to bend your fingers. Your grasp is weak making it difficult to hold onto anything. Your doctor has recommended a finger joint replacement to relieve your pain and give you back some flexibility in your hand. Here is what makes up this procedure and what to expect when recovering from it.
Arthritis Destroys the Finger Joints
At the ends of the bones in your finger joints are small cartilage pads that cushion the bones as they move against each other.
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By the time you make it to the eye doctor for your yearly eye exam, you might already know what kind of frames you are looking for. Instead of perusing your options and trying on a few different pairs, you might zero in on those tortoise-shell beauties you have had your eyes on for a while. Unfortunately, choosing frames without a lot of forethought might leave you in a bind later.
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Children who play outside get the opportunity to stay active, have fun and enjoy the great outdoors. However, outdoor play can sometimes be dangerous. For example, according to the CDC, more than 200,000 children under the age of 14 sustain playground-related injuries every year. Undoubtedly, a portion of these injuries result in dental complications, such as tooth loss. No matter how old your child is, make sure you know how to protect your children's mouth, teeth and gums during periods of active play.
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There are a number of fantastic things about being a senior citizen, such as wisdom that has come with age, the satisfaction of seeing your children thrive and grow as adults, and time to travel. But it is not uncommon for senior citizens to find maintaining a large house difficult, and many seniors may feel isolated or lonely as they grow older. Luckily, there are many living options for senior citizens that allow them to maintain a sense of independence, while also having the opportunity to socialize and receive assistance when needed.
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When you learn that your toddler has a medical condition that affects the ability to process audio information, you may feel a mix of emotions. You might be surprised that your child is unable to hear clearly, especially if your little one babbles or reacts to loud noises. You may feel sad that your child needs a listening device or worry about your child's future.
Learning about how your child's listening device works may help assuage some of your concerns, so review the information below and speak with a hearing-impairment expert if you have additional questions:
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