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 […]
Wrist Tendonitis: Anatomy, Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
The wrist is a complex joint that not only moves the hand back and forth and side to side but also provides strength and flexibility to the hand and transfers forces from the arm to the hand (and vice versa). Made up of multiple bones, smaller joints, tendons, ligaments, nerves and blood vessels, the wrist […]
IT Band Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Exercises
Whether you’re a runner, cyclist, hiker or someone whose work keeps them on their feet for long stretches of time, you’re likely to experience the ill effects of repetitive motion on your lower extremities at some point. One such overuse injury? IT band syndrome. What is IT band syndrome? Iliotibial band syndrome – commonly called […]
Are Brachial Plexus Injuries Serious?
Like any other orthopedic injury, the seriousness of a brachial plexus injuries depends on its cause, severity and treatment options. The not-so-satisfying short answer: It depends. What is the brachial plexus? The brachial plexus is a vital network of five intertwined nerves. These nerves extend from the neck, pass through the upper chest, and reach […]
Summer Shoulder Injuries: Swimmer’s Shoulder vs Shoulder Labral Tears
While 23% to 38% of competitive swimmers experience some form of shoulder injury every year, you don’t have to be a competitive swimmer to suffer from common shoulder overuse injuries such as swimmer’s shoulder or shoulder labral tears. Athletes who engage in sports such as baseball, softball, and volleyball are particularly vulnerable to shoulder injuries. Similarly, individuals […]