Orthopedics
Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)
Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome) What is Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)? Medial tibial stress syndrome develops when too much stress is placed on the tibia (main shin bone). The muscles that attach to the tibia can cause an overload of stress...
Pelvic Fracture (Hip Fracture)
What is a Pelvic Fracture (Hip Fracture)? A pelvic fracture is a crack or break in one or more of the pelvic bones, which are located at the base of the spine. The pelvis is often referred to as part of the hip. (When you "put your hands on your hips," your hands are...
Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder
What is Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder? Shoulder osteoarthritis (OA) occurs when the cartilage that lines the opposite sides of the shoulder joint becomes worn or torn. In the early stages of the condition, small pits develop in the smooth cartilage that lines each...
Osteoarthritis of the Knee
What is Osteoarthritis of Knee? Osteoarthritis of the knee (knee OA) is a progressive disease causing inflammation and degeneration of the knee joint that worsens over time. It affects the entire joint, including bone, cartilage, ligament, and muscle. Its progression...
Osteoarthritis of the Hip
What is Osteoarthritis of the Hip? Hip osteoarthritis is inflammation of the hip joint, a condition that is more likely to develop as people age. Osteoarthritis results when injury or inflammation in a joint causes the soft, shock-absorbing cartilage that lines and...
Multi directional Instability of the Shoulder (MDI)
What is Multidirectional Instability of the Shoulder? MDI of the shoulder is defined as generalized laxity (looseness) of the joint due to increased mobility and joint weakness. The shoulder joint may "slip" in and out of its socket in a forward (anterior), backward...
Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer’s Elbow)
What is Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow)? Medial epicondylitis is a condition that occurs when the tendons on the inside of the forearm become irritated, inflamed, and painful due to repetitive use of the hand, wrist, and forearm. A tendon is a soft tissue that...
Knee Pain
What is Knee Pain? Knee pain can be caused by disease or injury. Knee pain can restrict movement, affect muscle control in the sore leg, and reduce the strength and endurance of the muscles that support the knee. The most common disease affecting the knee is...
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)? Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) occurs when excessive irritation causes pain at the outside (or lateral) part of the knee. The iliotibial band (ITB) is a type of soft tissue that runs along the...
Hip Impingement (Femeroacetabular Impingement)
What is Hip Impingement? There are 2 types of hip impingement; they may occur alone or together. Pincer-Type Impingement In pincer-type impingement, the hip socket (acetabulum), which is usually angled forward, may be angled toward the back, or protruding bone may be...
Hip Bursitis
What is Hip Bursitis? Hip bursitis (also called trochanteric bursitis) occurs when one or both of the 2 bursae (fluid-filled sacs on the side of the hip) become damaged, irritated, or inflamed. Bursitis (“-itis” means “inflammation of”) means the bursa has become...
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
What is Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)? Adhesive capsulitis is the stiffening of the shoulder due to scar tissue, which results in painful movement and loss of motion. The actual cause of adhesive capsulitis is a matter for debate. Some believe it is caused by...
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