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  2. Muscle contracture - Wikipedia

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    In adjunct with surgery, refractory muscle contracture can also be treated with Botulinum toxins A and B; however, the effectiveness of the toxin is slowly lost over time, and most patients need a single treatment to correct muscle contracture over the first few weeks after surgery. [21] Shortening of the surgically lengthened muscle can re-occur.

  3. Contracture - Wikipedia

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    In pathology, a contracture is a shortening of muscles, tendons, skin, and nearby soft tissues that causes the joints to shorten and become very stiff, preventing normal movement. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] A contracture is usually permanent, but less commonly can be temporary (such as in McArdle disease ), [ 3 ] or resolve over time but reoccur later in life ...

  4. Camptodactyly - Wikipedia

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    The specific cause of camptodactyly remains unknown, but there are a few deficiencies that lead to the condition. A deficient lumbrical muscle controlling the flexion of the fingers, and abnormalities of the flexor and extensor tendons. [7] A number of congenital syndromes may also cause camptodactyly: Jacobsen syndrome; Beals syndrome [8] Blau ...

  5. What Is Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Men? Causes, Symptoms ...

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    The causes of pelvic floor dysfunction aren’t well understood. Experts know that weakened muscles and connective tissue in the pelvis can contribute to it, as can injuries to the pelvis.

  6. Torticollis - Wikipedia

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    Torticollis, also known as wry neck, is a painful, dystonic condition defined by an abnormal, asymmetrical head or neck position, which may be due to a variety of causes. The term torticollis is derived from Latin tortus 'twisted' and collum 'neck'.

  7. Cramp - Wikipedia

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    Treatment quinine, stretching, massage, and drinking liquids A cramp is a sudden, involuntary, painful skeletal muscle contraction [ 1 ] [ 2 ] or overshortening associated with electrical activity; [ 3 ] while generally temporary and non-damaging, they can cause significant pain and a paralysis -like immobility of the affected muscle.

  8. 8 Common Cardiovascular Diseases for Men & How to ... - AOL

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    The most common treatments are medications and surgery to repair the damaged blood vessels in your brain. Valvular heart disease Heart valve problems may be treated with medications or surgery.

  9. Performance Anxiety: Causes & How to Overcome Them - AOL

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    From being open with your partner and going to therapy to seeking ED treatments, you have options for addressing performance anxiety and leading a healthier intimate life. Change your lifestyle ...