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This is the medical speciality that deals with problems in the musculoskeletal system. Spinal and limb joints, spinal discs, muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves are the common sources of problems. Joints may be restricted, locked or dislocated. Muscles may be inflammed, in spasm or torn. Nerves may be trapped. Tendons and ligaments may be inflammed, trapped or torn. Discs in the spine often slip. The patients are asked to describe their symptoms. Enquiry is made into their present and past illnesses and injuries. Their level of activity at work, sport and leisure is assessed. Once a diagnosis has been reached, appropriate treatments can be discussed. Treatments recommended include physical treatments, exercises, injections, medications and rarely surgery. Physical treatment may be osteopathy or physiotherapy. Injections available include epidurals and those into joints, tendons and ligaments. |
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