The hip is a ball-and-socket joint. The ball at the top of the thigh bone, called the femoral head, fits into the socket of the pelvis, called the acetabulum. With femoroacetabular impingement, the bones of the hip may come into contact in a way that causes pinching or irritation during certain movements. This can place
Neck pain is a common problem, but when pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness travels from the neck into the shoulder, arm, or hand, it may be a sign of cervical radiculopathy. This condition occurs when a nerve root in the neck becomes irritated or compressed, causing symptoms that can extend beyond the neck itself. Cervical
If you’ve noticed pain along the front of your ankle or shin, especially when walking, running, or climbing stairs, you may be experiencing anterior tibialis tendonitis. While it isn’t as common as Achilles tendon problems, this condition can make everyday activities uncomfortable if left untreated. The good news? With early treatment and the right rehabilitation
What Is Lateral Epicondylitis? Lateral epicondylitis affects the tendons that attach the forearm muscles to the outside of the elbow. These muscles help extend the wrist and fingers and are used during activities involving gripping and lifting. Repeated or excessive stress can cause the tendon to become irritated and painful. Although the term epicondylitis suggests
Facet pain, also known as facet joint pain, refers to discomfort that comes from the small joints located between the vertebrae in the spine. These joints help guide movement and provide stability, but they can become irritated or inflamed due to injury, poor posture, repetitive stress, or age-related wear and tear. Facet pain is commonly
Hip osteoarthritis can make everyday movement feel more challenging. Activities you once enjoyed—walking, gardening, golfing, hiking, playing with your kids or grandkids, or exercising—may start to cause stiffness or discomfort. It can be tempting to stop doing the things you love altogether. But a diagnosis of hip osteoarthritis does not automatically mean giving up an
If you have ever experienced hip pain or a sharp, shooting ache down the back of your leg, you might have heard about the piriformis muscle. Despite its relatively small size, this flat, band-like muscle located deep inside the buttocks plays a massive role in how your hips, pelvis, and lower body move. But what
Chronic low back pain is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical care—and one of the most frustrating conditions to live with. If you’ve been relying on medication to “get through the day,” you’re not alone. But while medication may temporarily reduce symptoms, it rarely addresses the underlying cause of your pain. At
Preserving your knee joints through physical therapy is one of the most effective ways to maintain mobility, reduce pain, and prevent long-term damage as you age or recover from injury. Physical therapy focuses on strengthening the muscles that support the knees—especially the quadriceps, hamstrings, and hips—which helps reduce stress on the joint itself. Therapists also
