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Your Knee Replacement Recovery Plan

April 11, 2015

You will be able to use a walker or crutches a few days after knee replacement surgery. Find out how you can regain mobility and return to daily activities. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics

Tagged with: arthritis, joint exercises, knee replacement recovery, knee replacement surgery, medical mondays, physical therapy, surgery

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What Is ACL Reconstruction Surgery?

April 5, 2015

ACL reconstruction surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that uses grafts to reconstruct the torn ligament. Learn what to expect from procedure. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: ACL, acl injury, acl reconstruction, acl surgery, acl tear, blood clots, knee injury, medical monday, medical mondays, surgery

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What to Expect After Shoulder Replacement Surgery

April 2, 2015

After shoulder replacement surgery, you will have weeks of limited activity followed by months of physical therapy. Learn more about the recovery process. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics

Tagged with: arthroplasty, medical mondays, physical therapy, shoulder, shoulder arthroplasty, shoulder pain, shoulder replacement recovery, shoulder replacement surgery, surgery

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What to Expect During Recovery from Breast Cancer Treatment

March 22, 2015

It can be overwhelming to get a list of recovery instructions after breast cancer treatment. Knowing what to expect from each options can help you prepare. Learn More

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care

Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer treatment, cancer support group, mastectomy, medical mondays, meditation, radiation, recovery, surgery, yoga

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Eating and Diet Tips During Cancer Treatment

November 13, 2014

Cancer treatment is known to cause side effects, especially taste and appetite change. Find some eating and diet tips to follow during cancer treatment Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Nutrition

Tagged with: biological therapy, cancer, cancer treatment, chemotherapy, energy, Nutrition, radiation therapy, side effects cancer, surgery, surgical oncology

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Crohn’s Disease Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

November 8, 2014

Learn about Crohn's disease, an inflammatory bowel disease. Discover the symptoms and treatment options for Crohn's, including cutting-edge technology. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z

Tagged with: Crohn's disease, ct scan, fever, IBD, inflammatory bowel disease, MRI, rash, surgery, ulcerative colitis, UPMC Digestive Health Care

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Minimally Invasive Catheter Directed Thrombolysis: Norman’s Story

September 18, 2014

Read Norman's story to learn more about minimally invasive catheter directed thrombolysis and Norman's experience after being diagnosed with ischemia. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: arteries, blood, catheter, Dr. Efthymios Avgerinos, Dr. Rabih Chaer, ischemia, leg pain, numbness, pain, Pittsburgh, surgery, thrombolysis

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What Are Kidney Stones?

April 26, 2014

Kidney stones are masses that build up on the inner line of your kidneys. Learn more about kidney stone symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology

Tagged with: kidney stones, surgery, Timothy D. Averch MD, UPMC Kidney Stone Center, urology