The knee contains four main ligaments that connect the thighbone (femur) to the shinbone (tibia). These ligaments are tough, but they can be stretched or torn due to severe impact or overuse, including from playing sports or if you are injured in an accident. A ligament takes longer to heal than [Read More]
Sports Injuries
Bone Spurs in the Feet
When your foot is injured, the rest of your body suffers. Not only do the feet provide balance and mobility, they also serve as shock absorbers for the rest of your body. So if you are diagnosed with a bone spur in the feet, expect your feet to be anything but happy. Pressure on the Foot Bone [Read More]
Common Shoulder Injuries
Your shoulder joint is the most mobile in your body. It allows you to perform a wide range of motion for all sorts of activities. But it’s the shoulder’s flexibility that also makes it susceptible to injury. Laborers and athletes are prone to developing shoulder problems through repetitive and [Read More]
Physical Therapy After an Injury
One of the most misunderstood aspects of orthopedic treatment is physical therapy. Why do so many patients dislike PT? Well, they may not like the idea of having to force an injured body through exercises that may be uncomfortable. Also, it can be inconvenient to make time in your life for [Read More]
Fixing a Torn Muscle
Aches, sprains and soreness are common when one is trying to get in shape. However, muscle tears (also referred to as strains) can be more problematic. Those athletes who push their bodies beyond the failure point – doing forced reps or extreme training – are very likely to experience more intense [Read More]
