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Tendonitis happens when a tendon becomes inflamed or irritated. It can be a painful condition which can occur anywhere in the body but is more common in the wrist, elbow, shoulder, knee, and heel. Tendonitis is usually caused by overuse and repetitive movements, but it can also be from an injury, structural abnormalities, or diseases,…
A rotator cuff tear is a common injury that can cause pain, stiffness, and weakness in the shoulder. If you have a rotator cuff tear, it can make normal day to day activities, such as getting dressed or washing your hair, painful and difficult. Early treatment can prevent symptoms from getting worse, reduce the chances of…
Arthritis is a common medical condition that causes inflammation, and there are more than 100 different types of arthritis. The most common type, which is osteoarthritis (also often called just “arthritis”), causes pain and swelling of the joints such as the hips and the knees. Osteoarthritis of the hip is a degenerative joint disorder that…
Bursitis is inflammation of one or more of the small fluid-filled sacs called bursae in a joint. The inflammation can cause pain and other symptoms. The purpose of bursae is to provide cushioning around the bones, tendons, muscles, and skin near the joints. When they become inflamed, it can cause pain and limit mobility in…
The knee joint can be vulnerable to injury and to chronic conditions such as arthritis, which can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness. Knee replacement surgery, known also as knee arthroplasty, is often necessary when the knee joint is significantly worn or damaged. This surgery replaces all or part of the knee joint with artificial parts…
Osteoporosis is a chronic health condition that weakens bones, making them porous, fragile, and more susceptible to fractures. It is a progressive disease, meaning it develops and worsens slowly over time. It is one of the most common bone diseases and primarily affects older women. In the early stages, osteoporosis doesn’t usually cause symptoms, but…
The ankle is a complex joint where the tibia and fibula bones of your lower leg meet with the talus bone in the foot. The bones are connected at the ankle joint by muscle, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons which support the ankle and give it strength, flexibility, and good range of motion. Ankle pain can…
The collarbone or clavicle is the long bone located at the top part of the chest. A broken collarbone or a clavicle fracture is a common orthopedic injury, especially among infants and young children. The most frequent cause of a broken clavicle is trauma from a forceful impact to the shoulders. This trauma can be…
We rely on our hands for everything. So over time, you might start to experience pain or sensitivity. When the pain doesn’t go away with rest, icing, and NSAIDs, seeing a medical professional who can diagnose your condition and create a treatment plan to successfully manage the symptoms is a good first step to quite…
Adhesive capsulitis, also called frozen shoulder, often affects people over the age of 40 – especially women. This condition causes pain and extreme stiffness in the shoulder, limiting your range of motion and making it almost impossible to move. As the condition is developing, a dull or aching pain is often felt around the upper…
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