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Injuring your Achilles tendon can bring activities like running, tennis, golf and walking the dog to a halt for months while you heal. Learn who's at risk and how to avoid injury.

Back pain is common. Yours could be caused when the fluid-filled, shock-absorbing cushions in your spine wear out. Learn about why this happens and the nonsurgical to surgical treatment options.

A sprained ankle is one of the most common injuries and can range from minor to severe. Learn why prompt evaluation and treatment are key to recovery.

You've heard of implantable devices to treat medical conditions, but did you know there is a device to help treat urinary incontinence? Get answers to common questions about this treatment option.

Nasal polyps are small growths on the lining of the nasal passages, often caused by chronic inflammation. Get answers to common questions about the tiny lumps that can cause big problems.

The better you understand your heart rate, the more you can maximize your movement to give your heart a good workout. Learn why your heart rate matters and how to find your target heart rate.

While you're enjoying the outdoors, ticks are looking for a ride — and a meal. Ticks survive on blood from humans and animals, and can transmit disease. Learn how to tame these unwelcome hitchhi...

When nagging hip pain can't be ignored, a total joint replacement may be in your future. Your surgeon may recommend one of these common surgical techniques to get you moving with ease again.

When football coach Brad Wendland collapsed on the sidelines, Mayo Clinic Health System staff jumped into action. Learn how their quick response saved his life.

Nancy Hannafin's unexplained head pain was excruciating. But her optometrist suspected the mystery source of pain was neurological and referred her to a neurologist for evaluation.