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An excellent resource for information pertaining to health, money, leisure and senior living and well-being is AARP. Individuals can join AARP at age50.
Visit the web site at: www.aarp.com
ACL
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) crosses from the back of the femur (thighbone) to the front of the tibia (shinbone). The ACL limits rotation and forward movement of the tibia.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a technique of inserting and manipulating needles into specific points on the body with the purpose of achieving well-being and health. Acupuncture is commonly associated with Chinese medicine. Practitioners of acupuncture commonly utilize acupuncture to treat stress, pain, or disease.
Aging
The US government has 27 different major deparments and organizations that offer information, advocacy services and assistance to aging adults. The National Institute of Health (NIH) provides links to these organizations on its home page at www.nih.gov. One such link is the National Council on Aging whose mission is to “ to improve lives of older Americans”. A direct link to this organization is www.ncoa.org
Alzheimer’s
An excellent resource to learn more about Alzheimer’s is the Alzheimer’s Association; www.alz.org
Ambulatory
Ambulatory is the ability to walk and move around.
Ankle
The ankle is one of the strongest and most flexible weight bearing joints in the body. Common ankle injuries include; sprains, fractures and tears of the Achilles tendon.
Anti-embolism stockings
Anti-embolism stockings are intended for non-ambulatory pre- operative and post-operative patients. They are often open toed so that caregivers can check feet for adequate circulation.
Arthritis
Arthritis is a disease that slowly destroys a joint by causing stiffening or inflammation. Arthritis in joints can destroy cartilage causing bones to rub against each other which can inflame the joint and create pain. Two excellent resources to learn more about Arthritis are: 1) www.arthritis.org 2) www.arthritis.com
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