The rhomboids (rhomboid minor and major) are a muscle group found in the upper back that are a common cause of pain around or between your shoulders, as well as upper to mid-back pain. Anatomy of the Rhomboids The rhomboids are located directly underneath the large trapezius muscle. They originate at the thoracic spine and
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
Balance is essential for everyday life. It is what allows us to control our movements and prevents us from falling. It is a necessary component of fitness at all ages and activity levels. In fact, balance is one of the four types of exercise that the American Heart Association recommends be included in a healthy
You may notice that the day after a sleepless night you are not your best self and feel sluggish and groggy, whereas with a good night’s sleep you feel energized and ready to tackle the day. We all know just how important sleep is in order to function at our best on a daily basis,
Does pain at the front of your knee or around your knee cap make squatting, sitting for a long time, walking up and down stairs, or playing sports difficult? This type of pain that occurs at the front of the knee, and/or directly under or surrounding the kneecap is known as patello-femoral pain (PFP). It
Have you ever felt or heard your hip snapping when you walk, kick, stand up, or participate in your favorite sports? If so, you could be experiencing a condition called snapping hip syndrome. Anyone can experience snapping hip, but it occurs more often in those who participate in sports or activities that require repeatedly bending
With the recent downpours the area has been experiencing, you may have noticed that your joints seem to ache more when rain is in the forecast. It is not uncommon for people to complain of increased joint pain when there is rain or the weather is more cold than usual. Why is that? Although scientists
Have you ever experienced pain when reaching overhead to grab a can out of a cabinet, reaching into the back seat of your car, or participating in your favorite sports like baseball, tennis, or swimming? Biceps tendinitis is a frequently seen culprit of pain at the front of the shoulder, especially when performing overhead movements.
Have you experienced knee pain or instability after landing awkwardly following a jump or coming to a sudden stop when running? This may be the result of a hyperextended knee. A knee hyperextension injury occurs when the knee is bent backwards or “extended” beyond its normal range due to excessive stress on the major ligaments
