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Ankle replacement surgery is performed to replace a damaged or diseased ankle joint with an artificial joint. The most common reason for ankle replacement surgery is arthritis, which can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the ankle. Surgery is a big deal, and the decision to undergo it should be made after a thorough consideration…
Ankle pain might be common, but it is not considered normal. One of the most frequent causes of ankle pain is overuse or injury. This can happen from playing sports or overexerting yourself when you exercise. Ankle pain can be described as dull and achy or sharp, and sometimes, the pain is only felt when…
Bursitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the bursa, which is a small sac of fluid that cushions and lubricates a joint. Bursitis often occurs in the shoulder, elbow, hip, or knee. Common causes of bursitis in the knee include prolonged kneeling, overuse or strenuous activities, a direct blow to the knee, or complications…
ACL injuries are common in athletes. Thankfully, many different types of braces are available to help prevent or treat these injuries, including prophylactic, functional, and rehabilitative braces. Each type of brace has its own advantages and disadvantages, so it is important to understand the differences before making a decision about which one is right for…
Bursitis is a condition that results when the bursae, or fluid-filled sacs, become inflamed. Bursae are located in many joints in the body, such as the elbows, shoulders, and knees. However, bursitis has some of the same symptoms as arthritis and other joint conditions, so sometimes it’s hard to tell whether your pain is from…
The most common sign of a torn anterior cruciate ligament is a loud popping noise, followed by immense knee pain. However, there are some other signs of ACL injury. Let’s talk about four different ways to tell if you’ve injured your ACL, including physical symptoms and tests you can do at home and where you…
It’s no secret that early diagnosis and treatment is the key to a successful recovery from any injury. The earlier you start, the sooner you can return to your everyday routine. This is especially true for sprained wrists, one of the most common injuries people experience. If you have recently injured your wrist or are…
The elbow, while not a weight-bearing joint like the knee and hip, is equally susceptible to problems that can disrupt its function. One of these problems is elbow bursitis, a condition that causes the small, fluid-filled sac that surrounds the elbow (olecranon bursa) to get inflamed. Below, you’ll learn more about elbow bursitis – particularly…
It can be very limiting to live with hand pain, as it can make everyday tasks difficult to complete. Even simple things like opening a door or cooking dinner can become a challenge. It is tricky because if you are unable to make use of your hands, it slowly chips away at your independence –…
The wrist’s anatomy is complex, which makes it difficult to pinpoint the cause of wrist pain. While the main cause of wrist pain is overuse, other culprits tend to be medical conditions like arthritis, gout, and/or fibromyalgia. If you have no obvious injury or underlying medical condition, figuring out the cause of wrist pain can…
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