Pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a condition where the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues that support the pelvic organs become weak, tight, or impaired in some way. This leads to problems with pelvic floor function. Pelvic muscle rehabilitation (PMR) is a...
New, revised and deleted codes come into effect each year on January 1. Outsourcing companies providing billing and medical coding services review the updates carefully to ensure that the physician...
Also referred to as birth defects, congenital anomalies may result from pregnancy or birth complications or genetic malformation. These anomalies include congenital malformations, deformations, and...
Atrial fibrillation (AF or AFib) is the most common arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) encountered in the critical care environment. It is caused by problems with the heart’s electrical system. AF can...
Diabetes is considered a fast-growing, chronic disease affecting millions of people across the globe. People with diabetes have high blood sugar levels, due to a lack of insulin or insulin not...
A common winter ailment, strep throat causes inflammation and pain in the throat. Caused by Group A Streptococcus bacteria or Streptococcus pyogenes, the condition can affect people of all age...
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Human trafficking is a serious global problem and criminal act, and the United States is no exception. Reports indicate that hundreds of thousands of...
A hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissues pushes through an abdominal opening. Surgery is performed to remove a hernia that grows larger or causes pain. Hernia repair is one of the most common...
New Year’s celebrations are among the most fun parties of the year and include noisy parties, parades, fire crackers, family meals, shopping, dancing, and much more. The holidays also often are...
Kyphosis refers to a condition in which the spine in the upper back has an excessive curvature. Also known as round back or hunchback, this spinal disorder can occur in any age, but is most common...
The holiday season is generally regarded as one of the happiest times of the year. It is the time to celebrate with family and friends, decorate, bake, and indulge. However, it is also the time for...