injury
Fibula Fracture: Types & Treatment
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You may recall from high school anatomy that you have two long bones in your lower leg: the tibia and the fibula. A fibula fracture is when you break the thinner of those bones that runs along the outside of your leg, the fibula. You can suffer a fibula fracture from a forceful impact, a […]
How To Stop Back Spasms
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Back spasms can be scary and frustrating. They often seem to come on out of nowhere, and it can be hard to tell if they’re a temporary annoyance or an indicator of a larger issue. Back spasms often feel like tight contractions in your muscles. They might make certain movements more difficult. You can treat […]
What Is Osteoarthritis?
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Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, in which affected joints exhibit pain, stiffness, and decreased flexibility. The condition can be caused by many factors, including joint injury and overuse alongside advancing age. Since osteoarthritis can’t be reversed, preventing it is key to living your most mobile life. Osteoarthritis Symptoms According to the Centers […]
Loose Bodies in the Shoulder
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Loose bodies of the shoulder are small pieces of bone or cartilage that have broken off the shoulder and are floating in the shoulder joint. Loose bodies are relatively rare, but if you’ve had repeated shoulder injuries, your risk of developing loose bodies is higher. One of the most common symptoms of loose bodies in […]
How To Avoid Sports Injuries
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Consistency is the key to achieving just about any goal, including athletic goals. Because being active is an essential part of overall good health, it’s important to know how to avoid sports injuries. To avoid sports injuries: 1. Focus on Flexibility It’s hard to fit everything into our schedules. In our hurry to get it […]
Tibia Fractures: Types, Symptoms, & Treatments
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The benefits of being active are undeniable: better physical and mental health, improved sleep, and lower disease rates. For those who are regularly active or looking to increase activity levels, a broken leg can be a major setback. Our legs are made up of three main bones: the tibia, the fibula, and the femur. The […]
How To Care for Foot Sprains
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Pesky. That’s probably the best word to describe a foot sprain in terms of the way it affects daily life. They’re serious enough to sideline us from normal activity, but most are not so serious that we’re patient with their healing. That’s not always the case, however — as some foot sprains are severe enough […]
What Is a Radial Fracture?
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The radius and ulna are the two bones of the forearm that connect the elbow to the wrist. The radius is the thicker of these two bones and runs along the thumb side. Interestingly, the radius is shorter than the ulna, and it rotates when you twist your wrist so that it is always on […]
Elbow Tendonitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
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You’re probably more familiar with elbow tendonitis than you think. Elbow tendonitis — commonly known as tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow — is inflammation of the connective tendons that attach your elbow to the muscles of your forearm. Despite their names, anyone can get these conditions, athlete or not. Pinpointing the cause of your elbow […]
What Can You Do to Prevent Running Injuries?
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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 […]