Cortisone injections - safe or sorry?
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Cortisone is a synthetic corticosteroid preparation used to treat acute and chronic musculoskeletal ailments. However, administration of this injectable medicine should not be taken more than thrice a year followed by at least a 10-day rest period of the afflicted area.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1997
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Athletes and high-fat diets
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Fat has harmful as well as beneficial effects in the body. According to Andrew Coggan, there is no proof that supports increasing dietary fat intake can lead to improved performance. Expert opinions regarding the effects of fat intake are presented.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1997
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Surgical solutions
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Most surgery for lower back problems should only be considered after standard conservative methods have failed. Some lower back surgical procedures are discussed, including laminectomy, microdiskectomy and spinal fusion.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1992
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