Trigger Finger is a painful condition usually affecting the thumb or index finger. You may notice that when you start to bend your finger or thumb the movement might not be smooth, and the finger might get stuck in the bent position. This is because the tendon that connects the [...]
The tendons are a flexible band of tissue used to connect your muscles to your bones. They are what give our muscles the ability to move our bones, giving our body movement. So when your tendons become sore and weak due to tendonitis, everyday tasks suddenly become a challenge. [...]
Living with chronic back, neck, arm or leg pain can be debilitating and has a dramatically negative impact on your standard of living. Chronic pain can stop you from doing the activities or attending the events that you once loved – from dancing and a night out to just the simple [...]
Getting kicked in the shin is just one of those experiences that most kids go through. It’s a good lesson actually – it hurts a lot and teaches us to take care of our shins. Unfortunately, though, that lesson doesn’t really sink in as surprisingly, the tibia (or shinbone [...]
If you notice pain originating from your wrist, you might have a sprain. Unlike a fracture, or crack in the bone, sprains result from stress injuries to one, or multiple, ligaments or tendons. Additionally, sprains can take longer to heal and, if not treated properly, will continue to cause [...]
The terms “tear” and “rupture” are often interchanged when speaking about damage to tendons and other body parts. A common question we’re asked is “what are the differences between a tear and a rupture?” Surprisingly, there are no differences between a complete tear and a rupture. However, a tear can [...]
Broken or fractured ribs are common injuries after experiencing a blow to the chest. While they can be very painful, broken ribs are generally simple to fix and will heal on their own in most cases. However, it’s still important to be officially diagnosed, as a broken rib can [...]
Every year, more than 150,000 people tear their Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). While most of these tears need to be corrected surgically, there are a small fraction of people who can treat their tears with physical therapy and yoga moves. Here are just five of the exercises that may [...]
While it’s never convenient to break a bone, breaking your hand may be one of the most difficult injuries to cope with because we rely on our hands to do almost everything. If you break your hand, it’s important to seek medical attention right away because a broken hand [...]
The knee’s musculoskeletal system would not be able to function properly without the muscles, tendons, and ligaments that support the bones and facilitate smooth movement. However, unexpected circumstances like trauma or overuse can cause these tissues to overstretch or tear, thereby rendering them incapable of fulfilling their purpose. This [...]
