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Elbow injuries (orthopaedics)
The elbow is the joint that connects the upper and lower arm. It is a special joint because it connects one bone in the upper arm with two bones in the forearm.
condition
Hip injuries (orthopaedics)
The hip joint forms the connection between the pelvis and upper leg and consists of the head of the femur and the hip socket (acetabulum). The hip is a ball and socket joint and allows the upper leg to move in all directions.
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24-hour blood pressure monitoring
A 24-hour blood pressure monitoring test measures your blood pressure automatically over a full day and night. This gives your doctor a realistic picture of your blood pressure, rather than a single reading taken during a consultation.
examination
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
An electrocardiogram, abbreviated as ECG, is a painless and quick examination that records the electrical activity of the heart. Each time the heart beats, an electrical signal is generated and spreads through the heart muscle. This signal ensures that the heart contracts at the right moment and pumps blood around the body.
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Echocardiography
An echocardiography is an examination of the heart that uses sound waves (ultrasound) to create images of the heart. The examination is safe and does not involve radiation.