Do you often feel wobbly or weak in the ankle when playing sports, walking, or even just standing? Ankle instability may be at fault. This chronic condition is often felt when maneuvering uneven ground or when walking in high heeled shoes. In some instances, it may result in your ankle…
The Arthritis Foundation estimates that 1 in every 5 adults is living with arthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. Overtime, the cartilage that cushions your joints breaks down and wears away, resulting in…
Your back takes a lot of wear and tear over time. Days spent sitting, poor posture, heavy lifting, sports injuries, and even pregnancy all contribute to the stress onyour back. In fact, back pain is one of the most common reasons individuals see a doctor and is the leading cause of disability in…
Bursitis is a painful condition that affects the small, fluid-filled sacs that help cushion your bones, tendons, and muscles. These sacs are called bursae and they function to decrease friction, rubbing, and irritation of your joints. Bursitis occurs when the bursae become inflamed resulting in…
If you feel numbness, tingling, weakness, or tightness in your hand or fingers you may be experiencing symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common problems affecting the hands. CTS occurs when the carpal tunnel becomes narrow or when tissues surrounding…
Your back will show signs of wear and tear as you age. Over time, spinal discs may deteriorate or become damaged. This condition is known as degenerative disc disease, a progressive deterioration of the spinal discs and joints of the spine. Sometimes this issue can be a cause of pain.…
Extensor tendon injuries are common among basketball, football, and volleyball players but are not exclusive to sports injuries. The extensor tendons start in the forearm and allow your wrist, fingers, and thumb to straighten. They are located on the back of your hand and fingers and lie just…
Flexor tendon injuries are common among football players, wrestlers, and rock climbers but are not exclusive to sports injuries. Flexor tendon injuries affect the tendons located within the palm of your hand that allow your fingers to bend. Flexor tendons originate at the elbow and forearm as…
Broken bones, also known as fractures, are common among both children and adults. Most fractures occur as a result of trauma such as sports injuries, falls, or vehicle accidents. Some conditions such as osteoporosis, the weakening of the bones as we age, can make you more prone to fracturing a…
Golfer’s elbow, also known as medial epicondylitis, is a painful form of elbow tendonitis. While common among golfers, you don’t need to be a regular on the green to be affected by this condition. Repetitive elbow movements used when playing tennis. baseball, bowling, or with some occupations –…