A scaphoid fracture is a break of the scaphoid bone in the wrist The common signs & symptoms of a scaphoid fracture include pain, swelling and tenderness over the thumb side of the wrist. There is noticeable tenderness to the touch over the “anatomical snuff box”. Crunchiness and pain with gripping motions are also common symptoms that be found with such an […]
WHAT IS IT? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and arm. The condition occurs when one of the major nerves to the hand – the median nerve – is squeezed, irritated, inflamed or compressed as it travels through the wrist. In most patients, carpal
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Runner’s knee, more scientifically called patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a condition which affects the cartilage on the underside of the knee cap (patella) and the structures which support it, as it moves up and down over the groove on the femur (thigh bone) when you bend and straighten your knee. THE SYMPTOMS Tenderness around
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Tennis Elbow is a condition that affects the wrist extensor tendons on the outside of the elbow normally associated with either overuse or direct trauma. Despite the name this condition is mostly associated within work related environments where repetitive stress takes place Symptoms You may noticed pain: On the outside of your elbow When lifting or
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Rotator cuff tears often occur due to a sudden and forceful movement. Tendinopathy (tendonitis) can develop when there is frequent overhead movement of the arm. The tendon may not tear but can become very painful. Symptoms: A feeling of tearing in your shoulder with general weakness. Limited movement & severe pain can indicate a RC
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It’s not surprising that about 15% of all running injuries strike the foot. With each step your feet absorb a force several times your body weight. While the foot is in motion during running, the plantar fascia, a thick elastic tissue that stretches from the heel to the base of the toes, works with the
