A cervical fracture is a severe injury that can lead to loss of mobility, severe pain, paralysis, and other serious conditions. It’s important to know what treatment options are available for cervical fractures in order to determine what’s best for you. Here is information about cervical fractures and what you can do to help ensure this injury doesn’t impair your health.
Understanding Cervical Fractures
Cervical fractures are characterized by a broken bone in one or more of the seven cervical vertebrae bones located in your neck, which are labeled C1 through C7.…
In 2013, the Oxford Dictionary added a new word to its pages: “selfie.” With the increase in selfie snapping, posting, and sharing, however; people are more self-aware and body-conscious than ever before. As a result, more and more people–especially those under 30–are turning to plastic surgery in an effort to snap the perfect selfie.
Changing Motivations for Plastic Surgery
In March of 2014, the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, or AARPRS, announced the results of its annual survey geared toward examining trends within the industry.…
If you’re 50 years of age (or older) or have a history of breast cancer in your family, you should be getting an annual mammogram done as a means of ruling out breast cancer or catching it before it spreads. A mammogram is a relatively quick and simple procedure that involves performing an X-ray exam on each breast. If you’ve recently scheduled your first mammogram or plan on doing so in the near future, here are a few tips to ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible.…