Muscle pain can be more like pain in the muscle around the joint. A build-up of fluid near the sprain is also known as swelling. Strains A muscle or tendon that becomes over-stretched and/or torn is called a strain. Also, some people call a strain a “pulled muscle”. This can be caused from an accident, improper use of a muscle or over use of a muscle.
Serious complications, such as osteomyelitis (infection of the bone) or sepsis (infection carried through the blood) can occur. Identify pressure sites of the body Lower back, buttocks, shoulders and hips, knees, heels and ankles and on any bony protruding areas Identify factors which might put an individual at risk of skin breakdown and pressure sores |Mobility problems, poor nutrition, age incontinence, mental health issues, medications, shearing, poor handling, poor hygiene,| |circulation, swelling physical health can all be factors. | Describe the how incorrect handling and moving techniques can damage the
With strokes the person may not have good balance and partial paralysis on one side which can make the person more at risk of falling. A fracture of a bone may mean that it does not heal quickly or may become which can restrict movement of a person’s hand or leg for example which makes it difficult for moving around. Stiff, painful, swollen and inflamed joints are the result of arthritis and can restrict movement. 1.3 Outline the effects that reduced mobility may have on an individuals well being. Reduced mobility can affect an individual’s well-being.
For example, tailored moving and handling procedures maybe needed for individuals with: • Bone or joint conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis where the joints become inflamed and painful. Osteoarthritis is where the cartilage of the joints becomes worn, stiff and painful. And osteoporosis, in which the bone density is reduced increasing the risk of fractures. • A physical disability that affects the movement and mobility of an individual, such as muscular dystrophy, amputation, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy and epilepsy. • Individuals we support may also require health care attachments such as, PEG feeding tubes, catheter or oxygen therapy.
It begins to break down, leading to the formation of an ulcer. Sores often develop on the areas that take the pressure when we sit or lie down, such as the: * Hips. * Buttocks. * Base of the spine. * Heels.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic skin disease that relates to a condition of inflammation of the skin marked by redness, swelling, inflamed and painful tender bumps or a abscess that culminate in pus- like discharge that are difficult to heal once it breaks open and causes scarring . The most commonly occurs in the apocrine sweat gland, groin, underarms, under the breast, inner thigh, buttocks and the other parts of the body that are main locations for apocrine sweat gland. This can also occur in areas deep in the skin that contains oil or sebaceous glands and hair follicles. (Hidradenitis Suppurativa 1) Symptoms of Hidradenitis Suppurativa are not very to spot at first because they look like a regular zit or acne. The first symptom are blackheads then the form into red tender bumps the third step is painful, pea-size bumps and finally leaking bumps or sores.
In the case of osteoarthritis within the patients knee the cartilage that acts as padding between the bones wares away over time causing the bones to rub together this can be very painful. In the worse case causing the knee to lock or even give way leading to a fall. Unlike osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by an autoimmune inflammatory disease, which causes swelling in multiple joints. While surgery is always an option to relive the pain involved in knee issues there are a few less invasive things the patient can do to relieve their pain. These treatments include maintaining a healthy diet and maintain the proper weight for your height.
A Small Bowel Obstruction (SBO) is when there is a blockage ranging from total or partial obstruction, and is located in the small intestine. This can occur due to a mechanical issue or a paralytic ileus. Symptoms will start to build in pressure resulting in the patient experiencing worsening and severe pain along with being very uncomfortable. A physician will assess the patient looking for signs leading to the source of the abdominal pain. If a hernia or a distended stomach is identified the physician may suspect an obstruction maybe present.
More extensive skin infection such as cellulitis, a bacterial infection of the deeper layers of skin and the layer of fat and soft tissues under the skin can also be contracted. If the MRSA bacteria penetrate deeper inside your body or into your blood, they can cause serious infections. These invasive MRSA infections signs may include having a fever, chills, dizziness, confusion, muscular aches and pains and
Personal Impact Paper Living with Crohn’s disease is very challenging. This chronic condition causes inflammation of the bowel and digestive tract, and it can also affect the mouth, esophagus, and the stomach ("Crohn’s Disease Health Center", 2005-2014). Crohn’s can spread deep into surrounding infected tissues, causing agonizing pain, and can even be life-threatening. There are many symptoms for this disease, the most common being diarrhea. Other symptoms include, rectal bleeding, nausea and vomiting, weight loss, fatigue, skin problems, and malnutrition ("Life Expectancy of Crohn's Disease", 1999-2014).