Patients diagnosed with hip impingement syndrome or femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) have hip bones that make unusual contact, which affects the smoothness of movement and range of motion, and can cause discomfort. A healthy hip joint will have the femoral head (top of the thighbone) fit perfectly into the acetabulum (depression in the pelvis) and the…
Archives for August 2020
What Happens If Osteoporosis Is Left Untreated?
Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by rapid bone loss and slow creation of new bone cells, resulting in a reduction of bone mass and density over time. Upon closer inspection with a microscope, bones of patients with osteoporosis are porous and have large holes in its honeycomb-like structure due to the disease. Patients with osteoporosis…
Treatments for Shin Splints
Overuse is one of the most common reasons why we feel pain in our bodies. Athletes are highly susceptible to overuse injuries because of how much – and how forcefully – they use their muscles, joints, and bones. Runners, in particular, are likely to experience pain in their legs. They are especially susceptible to shin…
Avoiding the Most Common Sports Injuries
Participating in sports is an excellent way to keep your body healthy and to maintain your vim and vigor. However, accidents are inevitable – so you have to take extra precautions to keep yourself safe and prevent injury. You can make the most of your sports performance by avoiding some of the most common sports…
When to See a Sports Medicine Physician
If you have a sports-related injury, or if you are just looking to improve your overall performance and fitness level in a safe way, then it may be time to seek the expertise of a sports medicine physician. Sports medicine is a specialty area within orthopedic medicine, which focuses on the musculoskeletal system (bones, muscles,…