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A stress fracture may not show on an early X-ray. Pain in one specific spot that returns with running or jumping deserves assessment.

Rest from activities that cause pain while awaiting review, even if the first X-ray looked normal.

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After a nerve block, a numb arm or leg needs protection from injury and heat. Use the supports your team provides.

Start prescribed pain relief as instructed before the block wears off, because pain can return quite suddenly.

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When intermittent atrial fibrillation is suspected but a standard ECG does not detect it, NICE recommends longer heart-rhythm monitoring.

The recording period should reflect how often episodes occur. A brief test may miss an intermittent problem.

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NICE advises against laser therapy and therapeutic ultrasound for osteoarthritis because evidence of benefit is insufficient.

A treatment discussion should cover what improvement to expect and how it will be assessed.

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Flat feet that cause no problems usually need no treatment and should not stop you taking part in sport.

A newly flattened foot, a change affecting only one foot, or pain and difficulty walking deserve a GP assessment.

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