“Sports hernia” is often the terminology used to describe groin pain in athletes, but this may be a misnomer. A true hernia is the protrusion of organ tissue through an area of weak muscle. This is different from the pathology seen in a sports hernia. The lower abdominal muscles and adductor muscles on the inner
Having adequate knee range of motion is essential for completing activities of daily living and recreational activities. Limitations of knee motion can be due to several factors described below. Joint Capsule The knee joint is surrounded by a ligamentous structure that forms a soft tissue capsule around the articulating surfaces. Tightness of different portions of
What is a Sprain? A sprain refers to damage that occurs to ligaments. Ligaments are tissue structures that connect bone to bone and provide support to a joint. A sprain can be classified by the degree of damage to the ligament. This can range from Grade 1, which is a slight overstretching of the tissue,
The Glenohumeral Joint The shoulder joint is primarily composed of the glenoid fossa of the scapula and the humerus and is medically referred to as the glenohumeral joint. This joint is the most mobile joint in the human body as it has considerable range of motion in multiple planes of movement. With this increased mobility
Did you cringe during the Super Bowl LVI after Odell Beckham Jr. suffered a non-contact knee injury? This article will breakdown what happened during the play that OBJ got injured. Here is the link to the play below: Odell Beckham Jr. Leaves Field with Knee Injury OBJ takes a sudden stop after he catches the
The Achilles tendon is a thick band of tissue that runs along the back of the lower leg to connect your calf muscles (the gastrocnemius and soleus) to the heel bone. The primary action of these muscles is to plantarflex the foot, meaning bring the foot and toes down towards the ground. When these muscles
After a run, it’s tempting to quickly go back home, run errands, or check things off of your to-do list immediately after instead of cooling down, especially with a busy schedule. Although this may not seem like a big deal, you are actually missing out on a crucial part of your workout. What you do
Do you experience inflamed joints that limit you from doing your favorite activities? Do you second guess before lifting something out of fear of a sharp pain? Has your Orthopedist or Primary Care Physician (PCP) recommended a Cortisone Injection? Cortisone shots offer an appealing option for pain relief and can provide fast relief. This article will
According to the CDC, it is estimated that up to nearly 4 million concussions occur during sports and recreational activities each year in the US. Although they are common, their impact is not insignificant. A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) in which the head is suddenly moved as the result of a
