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Trigger Finger (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
What Is A Trigger Finger? Inflammation in the tendon that bends the finger and the sheath that surrounds it, caused by arthritis or overuse. A lump or nodule forms on the tendon and causes it to catch in its sheath. (English) Colour
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265885Ulnar Drift in Inflammatory Arthritis (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
What Is Ulnar Drift? Often caused by inflammation in the big knuckles and the inflammation causes the finger structures that support the joint to become weak and overstretched. The muscles in the hand hold the big knuckles in an overly bent position. The tendons that move the finger joints become tight and pull the fingers outward, and the fingers then start to “drift”, or bend away from the thumb. (English) Colour
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265886Fatigue and Inflammatory Arthritis (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Fatigue is a feeling of extreme tiredness and low energy. It is is a very common symptom of inflammatory arthritis, just like joint pain and stiffness. Fatigue can make doing the smallest task too much. (English) Colour
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265878Ideas to Improve Sleep (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Below are some examples of actions that help improve sleep. As you read through, choose one or two ideas you think you could try in the next week. (English) Colour
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265881Orthotics (Food Orthoses) (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Orthotics are custom made inserts that are fitted into a shoe. They support the foot, hold it in a good position and spread the pressures. They can make standing, walking and running more comfortable (English) Colour
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265879How to Choose Shoes for Arthritis (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Learn how to choose the best shoes for your arthritic condition. (English) Colour
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265880Walking Poles (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
This handout provides an overview about walking poles including information on where to buy walking poles. (English) Colour
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265887Same Day Total Hip Replacement (Burnaby Hospital) [English] Permalink Public
There are different ways to do this surgery. Your surgeon will discuss the best approach for you. (English) Colour
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265821Chlorhexidine Skin Cleaning Before Joint Replacement Surgery [English] Permalink Public
When you use these cloth wipes to clean your skin before your surgery, you reduce the chances of getting an infection after surgery. The chemical in the cloth helps to kill any harmful bacteria normally found on your skin. To work properly, you must follow these instructions completely. (English) Colour
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264131How to Take Short-Acting Opioid Pain Medicine: Palliative Care (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
This handout has information on how to take opioid pain medicine for palliative patients. Opioids are one type of medicine used to treat pain, or to help when feeling short of breath. pioids are available in short and long-acting forms. (English) Colour
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