superior

superior /su·pe·ri·or/ (soo-pēr´e-or) situated above, or directed upward.

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su·pe·ri·or (s-pîr-r)

adj.

1. Higher than another in rank, station, or authority.

2. Situated above or directed upward.

3. Situated nearer the top of the head.

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superior

[səpir′ē·ər]

Etymology: L, higher

situated above or oriented toward a higher place, as the head is superior to the torso. Compare inferior.

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superior [soo-pe´re-or]

situated above, or directed upward; in official anatomic nomenclature, used in reference to the upper surface of an organ or other structure, or to a structure occupying a higher position.

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superior,

adj 1., positioned toward the head or above the referent. Also called
cranial or
cephalic. 2., being of higher quality.

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superior,

adj situated in a higher position on the body, closer to the head and farther from the feet.

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superior

situated above, or directed upward.

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Patient discussion about superior.

Q. I have been suffering from back pain for the past two months. I have tried several treatments. Any ideas? I don't have a history of back pain. I started to experience pain in my shoulders, neck and upper back about two months ago. Prior to the condition I started to work out with a personal trainer, but I felt good for three months, so the doctor and I don't think there is a connection. I tried many types of massages, chiropractic treatment, and Acupunctures. I also went to an orthopedic MD. The doctor prescribed Arxocia for ten days and another round of Arxocia pills . I still have pain in my shoulders and neck. Any ideas what can I do. The doctor says it's nothing serious and that it's called upper back pain and that it will pass with time. Any ideas to ease the pain and treat this?

A. I was at working at a hospital and caught a patient. I had muscle strains and tears. The dr. said that would take 6-8 weeks to heal. After six weeks I still had severe intense pain in neck, shoulders, middle,upper back, and occasional tingling down my right arm. I went to a physical therapist whom tried to help me get through the pain. I was moving along quite nicely, when we decided it was time for me to start lifting weights and getting strenght nack again. My upper back pain sky rocketed! My right arm tinglin got worse, and would turn numb. It then turned blu and purple. I went back to dr. and I ended uo having thoracic outlet syndrome. I had a right rib resection to relieve this. I am 8 weeks post-op and doing great. I am in physical therapy again and have just started lifting weights. My upper back pain and neck pain are very minimal now. I did alot of research on thoracic outlet syndrome. Lots of men get it from body building. The muscles get so tight. you might have it.

Q. I am 48 years old and worried about getting old. Do you know the ways to keep fit at this age and above? I am 48 years old and I have developed the symptoms such as decrease in energy and vigor, Poor sleep, decreased memory, behavioral changes etc., I am worried about getting old. Are you feeling the same and what kind of elderly person do you think you will be? I mean for example, I'll be in my back garden guarding my tulips when waving my cane at anyone who gets close! Do you know the ways to keep fit at this age and above?

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Q. i have a small blood clot above my heart that bother me dome times. i also have had bypass sugary this past march, my heart doctor says it has nothing to do with my heart, has anyone else had this problem and if so what or how have you dealt with it?

A. laddie, my uncle had something similar (i think so anyway) but i'm not sure i understand what you mean by "above the heart" ? by uncle had a blood clot that was formed in the heart arteries and he had to a procedure and open it up. but you'll need to give me more info...