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Bones, Joints and Muscles Health

Aching hips and knees? Sidelined by an injury or nagging pain? Our experts fill you in on these common ailments.

Help for Hip Pain

Many people develop hip pain as they get older. Here’s what you can do about it.

Keeping Muscles Strong

Strong muscles are an important component of moving well and avoiding injuries. Learn more.

Keep Your Knees Healthy

Don’t let a knee injury keep you on the couch. Learn what you can do to protect these vital joints.

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    Karen Pantazis

    Karen Pantazis, M.D.

    Sutter Amador Hospital

    What is the difference between acute and chronic pain?

    Acute pain is a pain that has a limited time frame. It usually, though not always, starts suddenly, has an identifiable cause, can be treated, and once treated, the pain subsides. In that sense, since the cause... continue reading  about  What is the difference between acute and chronic pain?

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