Did you know that “shin splints” are simply the nickname for the condition known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)? “Tibial” refers to the long bone of the lower leg called the tibia, which most people know as the shin bone. “Medial” refers to the inner edge of this bone, where many muscles that control
Have you ever twisted your ankle when changing direction while running, landing awkwardly after jumping, or even just simply stepping onto an uneven surface? Ankle sprains are very common injuries, and although athletes are at increased risk for ankle sprain compared to the general population, they can happen during your regular everyday activities. If you
Have you ever heard the terms concentric and eccentric used to describe a movement or exercise? Both are types of isotonic muscle contractions, which are contractions where the tension of the muscle remains relatively the same while the length of the muscle changes. Concentric contractions are when the muscle shortens, while eccentric contractions are when
The hip is one of the most mobile joints in the body, responsible for movement of the lower extremity. It also plays a significant role in stability as the largest weight bearing joint in the body. A healthy hip joint allows for mobility in daily life and in your favorite activities. This is especially important
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot pain, with 10% of people experiencing the condition at some point in their life. The plantar fascia is a thick connective tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot to support the arch of the foot. When the tissue becomes inflamed due to
Have you heard of peroneal tendinopathy before? It is an ankle condition/injury that is commonly seen in athletes, but particularly in runners because of the repeated ankle motion required in the sport. Typically, peroneal tendinopathy doesn’t occur suddenly or as the result of a single event, but instead it gradually progresses over a period of
Have you ever noticed that one or both of your shoulder blades stick out away from your back, almost giving the appearance of wings? Although it may seem relatively harmless, this condition, known as scapular winging, is abnormal. The “wing” that you see is your shoulder blade which has pulled away from where it is
Hamstring injuries are some of the most common injuries among athletes, especially those in sports that involve sprinting or sudden starting/stopping of movements. Unfortunately, a sprained or torn hamstring muscle can force an athlete to stop participating in their sport for weeks, or even months at a time. Hamstring injuries occur when the muscles are
Have you ever heard of “tennis elbow” before? It is a common term for a condition known as lateral epicondylitis. This nickname can be deceiving however, as many people with tennis elbow don’t actually play tennis! Read below to learn more about lateral epicondylitis, its symptoms, and how it is treated. Related Anatomy The lateral
