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What is a small tear(s) in the annulus?. Do these tear(s) typically heal on their own ?

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This is a break in the annulus, with protrusion of the nucleus through it, a Herniated Disk. The rupture can be sealed by scar tissue, but what really matters is the nerve.
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Can a meniscal tear heal by itself?

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Most of the meniscus does not have its own blood supply, and so cannot always get the nutrients needed for self-repair. Whether or not the meniscus can heal therefore depends on where it becomes torn. Tears on the outer rim of the meniscus, which attaches to the knee capsule, do have the potential to heal because they are close to a blood supply.
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When you tear a muscle will it always heal 100%?

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It has been my experience that a major muscle tear will not heal 100%. this is why the Micro Weight System is so important because it can prevent the injury from occuring.
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Scott, How badly did you tear your ACL and how long did it take to heal?

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the tears were not big enough to mess with surgially, there were 5 small ones on the back side of the ligament. They cleaned up the frays while they were removing the meniscus. I'm trying to guage the damage to mine. Just curious as to how painful the ACL tears were? How affected was your range of motion in your knee and how long before the pain went away. Prior to them cleaning it up I mean. The ACL itself feels no pain. The associated swelling can cause intense pain.
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If we get a small hole or tear in the pool, can it be repaired?

YES, with the repair patch that was included with your pool. Surface must be dry before applying. If you lost it or need more call Intex at 800-234-8369. Other patch kit brands can melt the PVC and create a larger hole. Call Intex before you attempt to use them.
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I have a small tear in the fabric. How can I fix it myself?

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Very small tears or pinholes in the roof or floor are best repaired by applying pure silicone to the wound and letting it dry. Larger tears are best repaired by coating the area with pure silicone and then gluing down a patch of siliconized ripstop nylon cut to fit the wound. Netting tears are best stitched up. Scrap siliconized ripstop and no-see-um netting are available at no charge on request.
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How do you get a tear in the labrum?

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The labrum is the fibrous rim of cartilage surrounding the perimeter of the shoulder socket. It can commonly become torn with excessive motions about the ball and socket (glenohumeral joint). Traumatic shifts of the ball in the socket or repetitive motions such as throwing can cause tears to this tough rim of tissue.
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What is an ACL tear?

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The ACL is the Anterior Cruciate Ligament. There are more than 4 major ligaments that essentially hold the knee together. Without one of more of these ligaments the knee would be loose and you would perceive that the knee was giving way or buckling. The ACL is the most commonly torn knee ligament. The ACL is usually torn as the result of a non-contact twisting injury. You will usually feel or hear a pop, the knee will buckle and within a short period of time, significant swelling will occur.
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The most common mechanism is a combination of a sudden stopping motion on the leg while quickly twisting at the knee. The planted foot remains stationary while the body rotates toward the opposite side of the body. This can happen in a sport such as basketball, when a player lands on the leg when coming down from a rebound or is running down the court and makes an abrupt stop to pivot. In football, soccer, or lacrosse, cleats prevent the foot from slipping during this motion.
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Is it OK to have the valve canted in the annulus?

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It is recommended that the valve be aligned with the blood flow. A canted valve creates more work for the heart by redirecting the flow. Flow forced to follow an irregular path creates higher stresses on the blood cells that could activate thrombosis. Finally, flow directed against the wall of the aorta can cause endothelial damage and scarring.
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How long does it typically take to heal a wound?

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There is no typical wound. Such issues as size, species, chronicity of the wound, infection, depth, and other medical co-morbid conditions such as diabetes play a role in the time it takes to heal. Fresh wounds treated before infection occurs may heal in 2-3 weeks. Older chronic wounds may take 2-3 months. How long the ACell Vet™ product is used depends on progress, not time. If the wound is healing, then treatment should continue.
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How long will it take to heal?

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The Navel is the longest piercing to heal, this is because movement and constrictive clothing knock it around, and it generally takes 3-4 months to heal. Other piercings heal quicker, but most piercings (even ears) take a minimum of 6 weeks to heal. The time it takes to heal depends on the individual and is affected by a variety of factors. Smoking, Obesity, Diabetes, Poor health, Poor Diet, and Age can all make it harder for a piercing to heal.
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That depends. Each area of the body has its own unique healing period and process. Oral and oral/facial piercings tend to heal fastest, while others tend to heal a bit slower. Get up and walk out! There's no longer any reason to put up with inferior and unsafe shops and piercers. The APP states that there are between 7,000 to 10,000 shops in the United States that perform piercings--and the numbers are growing rapidly.
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How do I Heal my computer?

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If the Full System Backup option is enabled, you will see a Heal Wizard tab. Click on the Heal Wizard and find the date and time of the backup. If you do not see the Heal Wizard tab, you will only be able to retrieve specific files from the Retrieve tab.
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My lens has a very small chip or tear in the edge, but it doesn't bother me. Should I replace it?

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How do I know when to dispose of disposable contact lenses? They seem to be OK longer than I expected.
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Can I continue to wear my lens that has a very small tear at the edge but it doesn't trouble me?

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Absolutely not. Never wear a lens that is obviously damaged, even if it feels all right. It could be causing damage to your eyes that might not be immediately apparent. In addition, never wear a lens, which is uncomfortable, causing pain or leaves your vision hazy or distorted.
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Who is eligible for the Small Domestic Producer’s Credit?

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Producers of not more than 250,000 gallons of wine are eligible for a credit which lowers the tax due on the first 100,000 gallons of wine taxably removed each calendar year. Non-producing wine premises and companies which produce more than 250,000 gallons per year are generally not eligible to use the Small Domestic Producer’s Credit when making taxable removals from their bonded premises.
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How do you get a rotator cuff tear?

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Rotator cuff tears can result from a traumatic event. However, they generally occur as part of the aging process of the collagen in the tendons about the shoulder.
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What kind of symptoms would I have if I had a labrum tear?

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Symptoms involve sensations of clicking and catching with certain motions in the shoulder. Often times they can become very painful. The labrum does not generally heal on its own. The mechanical symptoms can increase over time and can become painful.
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What type of surgery is done for a labral tear?

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Surgery is an outpatient arthroscopic procedure done through small holes in the shoulder. At that time, motorized instruments can trim and remove the mechanical tears in the labrum. Also highly engineered instruments can be used to sew the labrum back to the edge of the socket (glenoid).
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What is a meniscal tear and how is it treated?

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The meniscus is a commonly injured structure in the knee. Injury can occur in any age group. In younger individuals, the meniscus is fairly tough and rubbery. Tears usually occur as the result of a fairly forceful twisting injury. In older people, the meniscus grows weak with age and meniscal tear can occur as the result of a fairly minor injury, or from up and down motion.
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What are the symptoms of ACL tear?

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Patients with ACL insufficiency can walk in a straight line. But when they attempt to change the direction suddenly while walking or running they may feel the knee joint giving away. Additional symptoms like Pain and repeated joint swellings may be present due to additional injuries to meniscus and cartilage.
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Is it a must to have reconstruction surgery for ACL tear?

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ACL tears do not have the capacity to heal by themselves. This is because of the poor blood supply and the presence of joint fluid. Similarly the torn edges of the ligament cannot be sutured together, as this procedure has very high failure rates and has been given up. The ideal way to get back the function of ACL is to have reconstrucion of ACL. Even though patient can manage activities like walking climbing stairs, without ACL.
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Can the staples tear out?

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No. Once you have recovered from the surgery, your body's own scar tissue heals the stomach tissue together, just as your skin stays healed long after sutures or staples are removed.
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What is a meniscus and how does it tear?

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A meniscus is a"C" shaped structure in your knee that is made of fibro-cartilage. It acts as a cushion for the knee when weight bearing. Most meniscal tears in adults are attritional. That is the meniscus simply wears out from years of use. Most adult patients do not recall the moment they tore their meniscus. The presentation is usually quite different in children or adolescents. Their tears are usually traumatic in nature and will usually arise from a non-contact twisting injury.
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What are the most common symptoms of a meniscus tear?

FAQ Knee - Howard J Luks,MD
Many adults have a tear and do not even know it. These are typically degenerative or attritional tears. Painful tears in adults are usually larger, "flap" tears. They will cause pain with kneeling, squatting, pivoting, going downstairs and occasionally they will even hurt at night when you roll over in bed.
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Is there a genetic predisposition toward tear staining?

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Common sense would tell you that the actual structure around the eye area would play a significant role in excessive tearing. It is my opinion there is a genetic predisposition toward tear staining.
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If they tear or wear out can you repair it?

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Yes, just send the system back and we will refurbish it. See refurbishment or repairs in the Support Center.
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