In Nigeria, the treatment of fractures still reflects a difficult choice between tradition and modern medicine. While traditional bone setters remain widely patronised, especially in rural communities ...

Certain conditions or diseases can affect bone strength and flexibility and result in health complications. Bone is a living, growing tissue that mainly consists of collagen and calcium. Bones provide ...

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