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
It is likely that you have heard the term “sciatica” before, know someone who has had it, or even have had it yourself. In fact it is estimated that 40% of people experience sciatica during their lifetime. Would you know how to treat it if you were to become one of the many affected by
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
Do you find that you are often stiff and or sore right in the middle of your back? This area, known as the thoracic spine, commonly lacks mobility due to frequent, prolonged sitting and poor posture while working at a computer, driving, or performing other daily tasks in a relatively sedentary lifestyle. Sitting in a
Severe joint pain can be debilitating and limit one’s ability to function normally in daily life. Total joint replacements are commonly performed orthopedic procedures that can help restore mobility and improve quality of life in individuals with chronic joint pain. Although total joint replacements can be performed on many different joints throughout the body, the
Do you experience pain that starts at your neck and travels down to your shoulder, arm, and even your hands? Have you noticed that your arm feels weak or that your fingers feel numb and tingly? You may have a condition known as cervical radiculopathy, which is more commonly referred to as a pinched nerve.
Most people have experienced or will experience muscle cramps at some point in their life. They can wake you up in the middle of the night or stop you dead in your tracks during regular activity or exercise. Also known as “charley horses”, cramps are when a muscle contracts involuntarily and does not relax. Although
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a term used to describe a group of inflammatory lung diseases that obstruct airflow from the lungs. With over 16 million people in the United States diagnosed with COPD and millions more undiagnosed, it is likely that you or someone you know is affected by the disease. Many people
Trigger points (TrP) are irritable points in your muscle that feel like knots, lumps, or bundles right underneath the skin. Common areas for trigger points are postural muscles such as muscles of the neck (like the upper trapezius, sternocleidomastoid, and levator scapulae) and muscles of the low back such as the quadratus lumborum. The hamstrings
