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 heard of the IT band? The iliotibial (IT) band is a thick band of tissue that runs from the hip down the side of the thigh (femur) and across the knee joint to the lower leg (tibia). Underneath the IT band lies a fluid filled sac (bursa) that allows the tissue to
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
If you suffer from back pain, you’re in good company. In fact, the most commonly reported area of pain is the back. According to one longitudinal study, 3% of all emergency room visits between the years of 2004-2008 were due to back pain or injury. An estimated 25 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, many
Are you frustrated dealing with a herniated disc? Does your low back get irritated when you sit for long periods during work? You may be experiencing lumbar disc degeneration/damage. In this article, we will go over the various sitting positions that can alleviate your disc pressure. Overview of the Lumbar Spine The lumbar spine contains
Have you experienced sudden pain in your lower leg during activity? Do you feel pain when you try jogging or jumping? Calf muscle strains are common injuries that occur through overuse or sudden movements. There are many reasons for calf pain and this article will discuss the difference between a calf muscle strain and an
If you’ve been dealing with chronic joint pain for some time, then you should know you’re not alone. Chronic joint pain is typically associated with arthritis, although there are plenty of other physical ailments that can lead to joint deterioration and pain. While physical therapy is not a cure for arthritis, it can help to
