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Rest, immobilization, elevation, and cool compresses may help relieve pain. Performing exercises for the affected joint helps the recovery process.
Source:ADAM
Date:May 30, 2009
Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those suffering from injuries, disabilities, or disease.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
The professional field consists of skilled health care providers who work under the direction or supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapists. Their role is to facilitate care and treatment of patients with injuries, diseases, or dis...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Chest physical therapy is the term for a group of treatments designed to improve respiratory efficiency, promote expansion of the lungs, strengthen respiratory muscles, and eliminate secretions from the respiratory system.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
A splint is a device used for holding a part of the body stable and motionless to decrease pain and prevent further injury.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 10, 2009
Joint fluid culture is a laboratory test to detect infection-causing organisms in a sample of fluid surrounding a joint.
Source:ADAM
Date:December 1, 2009
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