A fracture can occur at any age and likely will require a period of immobilization or surgical correction. But once the bone is healed, you should be ready to return to your favorite activities, right? Well, this may not be the case as there are typically remaining limitations after the healing process is complete. Let’s
Do you experience pain on the bottom of your foot when you stand first thing in the morning? Do you have increased foot pain when standing or walking for long periods? These are common complaints among those who are experiencing plantar fasciitis. In fact, it is estimated that 1 in 10 people will experience this
Whether you are trying to push yourself to run farther or are training for an upcoming race, you may notice an onset of knee pain as you increase your weekly mileage. This pain, often over or around the patella, can limit how far you are able to run for days or weeks at a time.
Many people experience hip pain at some point throughout their life. It can limit a person’s ability to stand, sit or walk for long periods and can impact participation in sport and recreational activities. But what causes hip pain? The following article will discuss various factors that can contribute to this type of pain. Intra-articular
The CDC estimates that 1 in 4 adults over 65 years old will fall each year. Given this prevalence, you or someone you know could be at risk for falling. Studies have determined a number of factors that can help to quantify a person’s risk for experiencing a fall. Some of these factors can be
The foam roller is one of the most popular home exercise items as they are often cheap and offer a wide variety of uses. Many people have a foam roller, but have difficulty coming up with ways to use it. This article will explain five basic exercises that can be performed using a foam roller.
Do you experience same-sided hip and knee pain during or after repetitive activity such as running or cycling? If so, you may be experiencing iliotibial band syndrome. This is a common musculoskeletal condition that can limit a person’s ability to engage in recreational activities and activities of daily living such as walking or stair negotiation.
Have you been experiencing jaw pain that also occurs with ear and neck pain? Do you have clicking when you open and close your mouth? Do you have difficulty opening your mouth when eating? You may be suffering from temporomandibular or TMJ dysfunction. What Is The TMJ? The temporomandibular joint is where the mandible meets
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the human body. For everyday activities, it is important that we have the ability to reach overhead, behind the back, and perform internal and external rotation. If there is impairment of the muscles responsible for these motions or the mobility of the shoulder joint, significant
