What is a Hip Pointer Injury? Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatments
Hip pointer injuries commonly affect contact sport athletes like football, lacrosse, and hockey players. However, these injuries also occur frequently among mountain athletes. Both groups are vulnerable due to the physical nature of their sports and high-impact falls. Recognizing the signs of a hip pointer injury is essential for early treatment and recovery. What is […]
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 […]
When Should You See a Doctor for Elbow Pain?
The elbow is a complex structure composed of bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves. When these components function correctly, the elbow enables smooth flexion and extension, as well as rotation of the forearm and hand. Essentially, the elbow’s primary role is to offer mobility while stabilizing the lower arm and hand. If you experience […]
Shoulder Blade Pain? It Might Be Scapular Dyskinesis
Shoulder pain is a common complaint in active and non-active people, alike. Musculoskeletal issues, such as overuse, strains, rotator cuff issues, poor exercise form and even sleeping awkwardly, can all cause pain in and around the shoulder blades. While arthritis, heart and lung conditions, shingles, gallstones and even liver disease can manifest as shoulder blade […]
What is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Doctor?
Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply enjoy an active lifestyle, orthopedic injuries are inevitable. At some point, you will likely experience an injury. According to a study published in the Journal of Athletic Training, male athletes tend to suffer more acute injuries, such as sprains or fractures. On the other hand, female […]
Knee Pain & Osgood-Schlatter Disease in Children: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
Children and teenagers active in sports often face bumps, bruises, sprains, and strains. They learn to push through challenges and discomfort. However, they can usually distinguish between soreness and a real injury, such as Osgood Schlatter Disease. This common condition, also known as tibial tubercle apophysitis, frequently affects young athletes, causing knee pain that should […]
All About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common nerve disorders in the United States, affecting 4 to 10 million Americans every year. In general, this condition is more prolific in the middle-aged and older population and affects women up to three times more often than men. What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the […]