http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com This is a test Description for channel tag en-us Copyright 2005 Medical Supplies & Equipment Company, LLC. All Rights Reserved. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM 20 http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/47/article.asp 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/48/article.asp Back pain, and specifically lower back pain, is one of the most common orthopedic complaints treated by physicians and is the second most common cause of absence for age 45-and-under employees. (The most frequent cause is the common cold.) Back pain sufferers spend more than $80 million annually in treating this orthopedic problem. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/49/article.asp Because the neck is more flexible and less protected than the rest of the spinal column, it is more vulnerable to orthopedic problems. The neck is more susceptible to orthopedic injury and orthopedic conditions that result in pain and restricted movement. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/50/article.asp Joints are particularly susceptible to orthopedic conditions such as stiffness or pain due to their complex construction. Within the orthopedic structure of joints, each joint must connect bone and muscle with ligaments and tendons with enough strength to last a lifetime, yet with enough flexibility to allow repetitive movement for the office worker and the professional athlete. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/51/article.asp Some hip fractures actually cause falls in the elderly, rather than the fall causing the hip fracture. Within one year of a hip fracture injury approximately 20 percent die from related complications and the long orthopedic recovery period. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/52/article.asp The knee, the joint most often singled out for treatment by orthopedic specialists, accounts for approximately 11 million orthopedic physician visits. Because of its complicated orthopedic construction, the knee is especially vulnerable to injury. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/53/article.asp Many orthopedic foot problems can be alleviated and prevented by well-fitting shoes that have a wide toe box that allow toes to assume their natural orthopedic position in the shoe. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/54/article.asp The shoulder is actually several joints connected by tendons and muscles. Because it provides an incredible range of motion for daily activities and specialized sports, the shoulder is susceptible to pain from orthopedic instability or soft tissue encroachment. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/55/article.asp Commonly referred to as "Tennis Elbow," lateral epicondylitis symptoms occur around the elbow joint and may radiate down the arm. The orthopedic condition affects the ability to grip objects and extend the wrist and is also seen in golfers, gardeners and do-it-yourself home repair devotees. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/56/article.asp Even when we are resting other joints, the wrists and hands are busy. The hands and wrists are involved in nearly every daily activity, from gripping a steering wheel to scratching a mosquito bite. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/57/article.asp Orthopedic Links. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/58/article.asp Half of all people age 65 and older have arthritis. There are over 100 different forms of arthritis and many different symptoms and treatments. We do not know what causes most forms of arthritis. Some forms are better understood than others. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/348/article.asp Orthopedic Equipment 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/349/article.asp Orthopedic Products. Injury and aging both lead to degradation of the joints and the need for orthopedic supplies. The constant wear and tear of daily living can reek havoc in people who have had prior injury or are genetically susceptible to getting arthritis 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/350/article.asp Orthopedic Medical Supplies. To ease this pain, many doctors will recommend stabilizing the joint by prescribing orthopedic medical supplies such as braces and supports. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/351/article.asp Back pain affects millions at some point in their lifetimes. Often it is the result of an injury. Treating back pain quickly is vital for the patient, since wages lost due to missed work harm both the employee and the employer. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/352/article.asp Posture Correctors & Posture Supports. When a patient is looking for a posture support corrector, there are some specific criteria that he should keep in mind. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/353/article.asp Orthopedic Cervical Support Pillows & Neck Pillows 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/355/article.asp Elbow Braces & Elbow Orthopedic Supports, There are many causes of elbow pain that need a braces for the elbow. Some are the result of degenerative diseases, age related wearing of the joints, injury, or daily repetitive activities. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/356/article.asp Orthopedic Tennis Elbow Support. One of the most common repetitive strain injuries to the elbow is popularly known as tennis elbow. This comes from an inflammation of the tendon on the exterior of the elbow and it can make gripping and picking up things very painful. 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/357/article.asp Knee Brace & Knee Supporters 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/358/article.asp Wrist Braces & Wrist Supports 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM http://orthopedic-products.medical-supplies-equipment-company.com/PPF/page_ID/359/article.asp Shoulder Support 11/7/2009 12:38:26 PM