What Can You Do to Prevent Running Injuries?
Running is a demanding sport. Many runners are driven individuals who are passionate about their performance and push themselves to the limits. However, with pushing limits come challenges, including running injuries. Whether they’re beginners or seasoned athletes, runners tend to get hurt. Estimates of the exact number are wide-ranging, but sources approximate 20%-80% of runners […]
Femur Fracture: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
The femur — commonly called the thighbone — extends from your pelvis to your knees, making it the longest bone in your body. Because it is also the body’s strongest bone, fracturing it requires significant force and is a serious injury. If you have symptoms of a broken femur, seek emergency medical treatment. What are […]
Knee Instability: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
The knee is a large and complicated joint. It connects your femur to your shin and is stabilized by several ligaments. When our knees are healthy, we use them to stand, walk, run, jump, and sit. When we have knee joint issues, such as knee instability, they have a wide-ranging impact on our ability to […]
Dupuytren’s Contracture: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
It’s easy to take simple, day-to-day maneuvers for granted — putting on gloves, opening jars, or turning a doorknob. Easy, that is, until you start to lose those abilities. If you have a condition called Dupuytren’s contracture, simply laying your hand flat on a table or putting it into your pocket may eventually prove impossible. […]
Winter Olympics: Eric Heiden, the greatest of all time, ‘imagine Usain Bolt winning the 200m, middle distances and 10,000m in a single Games’
As the Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 are fast approaching, Dr. Eric Heiden is pleased to be featured in an article by South China Morning Post. The article, written by Steve Thomas, and titled “Winter Olympics: Eric Heiden, the greatest of all time, ‘imagine Usain Bolt winning the 200m, middle distances and 10,000 in a single […]
Could Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Be the Cause of Your Knee Pain?
Whether you’re trying out a new sport, amping up your training routine, or are generally just an active person, knee pain can slow you down or sideline you altogether. According to a recent review by The National Center for Biotechnology Information, one of the most common forms of knee pain is patellofemoral pain, or PFP, […]
Tingling Fingers or a Numb Hand? It May Be Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
You’ve likely experienced that electric, tingling pain in your elbow after hitting your funny bone. This sensation occurs from a brief nerve response. For some, however, it indicates cubital tunnel syndrome, a chronic issue with persistent symptoms. These persistent pains may be the result of a condition called ulnar nerve entrapment, or cubital tunnel syndrome, […]
Biceps Tendonitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
Biceps tendonitis happens when the tendon becomes irritated and inflamed, causing pain and limiting strength. Though any tendon can develop tendonitis, certain tendons are more vulnerable than others. Tendonitis vs Tendinitis vs Tendinosis First and foremost, it’s important to understand the difference between tendonitis, tendinitis and tendinosis. Tendonitis and tendinitis are two different spellings of […]
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Injury: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Recovery
The knee is the body’s largest joint, making it especially vulnerable to injury. LCL injuries are common in athletes and active individuals because knee ligaments are prone to sprains and tears. While strength training and conditioning provide essential support, some ligament injuries remain unavoidable. Proper care and early treatment can prevent long-term damage. What is […]
Types of Shoulder Instability: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment Options
The shoulder is the most flexible joint in the body, allowing for full rotation and a great range of motion. This mobility, however, leaves the shoulder highly susceptible to injury and resulting instability. Approximately 1% to 2% of people will suffer a shoulder dislocation in their lifetime and young athletes are at a particularly high […]