Our joints all have protective fluid-filled sacs which are called bursae, and each bursa provides cushioning to the muscles, tendons, and bones of a joint. Trauma to the elbow joint can cause irritation and inflammation to the bursa, which is called elbow bursitis. When the bursa in the elbow is [Read More]
Archives for October 2019
Different Types of Hand Surgery
Surgery is performed on the hand to restore its function and to help relieve symptoms connected to deformity, inflammation, pain, and injury in the hand and fingers. Hand surgeries can also be performed to repair the tendons and nerves in order to restore the range of motion in the hand. The [Read More]
When Should You See a Doctor for Knee Pain?
The knee is a complex hinge joint because it allows for extension and flexion as well as rotation of the lower leg. It is the largest joint in the body, and it is also one of the more frequently injured joints. Knee pain that comes on slowly over a long period of time, such as from arthritis, can [Read More]
Treatments for Shoulder Pain
Our shoulders have the widest range of motion of all of our joints, and they perform a lot of work throughout the day every day of our lives. So if something happens to a shoulder, you can feel a lot of pain and discomfort. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to treat an injured shoulder. [Read More]