Kenneth Kee

Pinched Nerve, A Simple Guide to the Condition, Treatment and Related Diseases (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

A pinched nerve occurs when a nerve is pressed on
By other surrounding tissues such as muscles and bone
This can result in nerve pain, tingling and numbness
Difficulty controlling specific muscles or weakness.

The nerve injury may result from compression, constriction
From a bone spur or overstretched muscle tension
Sharp or burning pain which may radiate outward.
Sometimes coughing or sneezing causes the pain downward

Treatment is by rest of the affected nerve
Exercising can strengthen the muscles the nerve serves
Analgesics such as brufen will relieve the pain
Corticosteroid injections help to relieve the inflamed

Surgery is the last resort to release pressure on the pinched nerve
By removing the spurs or cutting the ligaments of the tight carpal tunnel
A inter-vertebral disk is excised whole or part by part
And replaced with a bone graft or metal disk is inserted

-An original poem by Kenneth Kee

Interesting Tips about the Pinched Nerve

A Healthy Lifestyle

1. Take a well Balanced Diet

2. The only treatment for a cataract is surgery to remove it.

The development of cataracts is unpredictable.

Some cataracts remain less dense and never progress to the point where they cause cloudy vision and require treatment, while others progress more quickly.

Thus the decision and timing to proceed with cataract surgery is individualized for each patient.

The doctor will be able to tell you how much of your vision loss is due to cataracts and the type of visual recovery that may be expected if surgery is chosen.

Surgery is done if you cannot perform normal activities such as driving, reading or looking at computer or video screens even with glasses.

Cataracts usually do not harm your eye so you can have surgery when it is convenient for you.

However some people may have additional eye problems such as diabetic retinopathy that cannot be treated without first having cataract surgery.

3. Keep bones and body strong

Bone marrow produces our blood

Eat foods rich in calcium like yogurt, cheese, milk, and dark green vegetables.

Eat foods rich in Vitamin D, like eggs, fatty fish, cereal, and fortified milk.

Eat food rich in Vitamins B and C such as green vegetables and fruits

Zinc and other minerals are important to the body

4. Get enough rest and Sleep

Avoid stress and tension

5. Exercise and stay active.

It is best to do weight-bearing exercise such as walking, jogging, stair climbing, dancing, or lifting weights for 2¿ hours a week.

One way to do this is to be active 30 minutes a day at least 5 days a week.

Begin slowly especially if a person has not been active.

6. Do not drink more than 2 alcohol drinks a day for a man or 1 alcohol drink a day for a woman.

Alcohol use also increases the chance of falling and breaking a bone.

Alcohol can affect the neurons and brain cells.

7. Stop or do not begin smoking.

It also interferes with blood supply and healing.

Chapter 1

Pinched Nerve

A pinched nerve occurs when there is too much pressure applied to a nerve by other surrounding tissues such as bones, muscles or tendons.

This pressure affects the nerve's function causing pain, tingling, numbness or weakness.

A pinched nerve can occur anywhere in the body.

As an example, a herniated disk in the lumbar spine may press on a nerve root causing severe pain that radiates down the back of the leg (sciatica).

Similarly a pinched nerve in the wrist can lead to pain and numbness in the hand and fingers (carpal tunnel syndrome).

TABLE OF CONTENT

Introduction

Chapter 1 Pinched Nerve

Chapter 2 Interesting Facts of Pinched Nerve...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kenneth Kee
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2014
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781310182235
• Artikelnr.: 75905817

Autorenporträt

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.
He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.
Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.
Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.
He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.
He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.
Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.
Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.
He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.
Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.
His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.
His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.
Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.

Dr. Kenneth Kee has written numerous books, primarily focused on health education and personal experiences as a family doctor. Some of his notable titles include:
"A Family Doctor's Tale"
This book is a blend of Dr. Kee's personal experiences and his reflections on being a family doctor in Singapore. It's a great choice if you're looking for a narrative that combines both medical knowledge and human stories.
"Specialized Medical Conditions"
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