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The most common sign of a torn anterior cruciate ligament is a loud popping noise, followed by immense knee pain. However, there are some other signs of ACL injury. Let’s talk about four different ways to tell if you’ve injured your ACL, including physical symptoms and tests you can do at home and where you…
Because we use our hands all day every day, they are prone to injuries like cuts, scratches, and scrapes. Such injuries, especially those that break the skin, put our hands at risk of hand infections because microorganisms can penetrate through these breaks. Hand infections are a common cause of hand pain and stiffness. Most hand…
While playing basketball, you went up for a rebound, but moments later, after you came down, you felt sharp knee pain, rapid swelling, loss of range of motion, and a feeling of instability. What just happened? You might have torn your anterior crucial ligament (ACL) – a ligament in your knee responsible for connecting your…
Exercise is more than just a way to lose weight. It is considered an important component of recovery and, in some cases, also used either as an adjunctive treatment or as preventive therapy. These aspects qualify exercise as medicine. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of exercise – the specific reasons it…
Bursitis of the knee is a condition that results from inflammation of one or more bursae in the knee. Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs located near the large joints throughout the body that act as cushions and help reduce friction between soft tissues. The knee has several bursae, and when they are inflamed, they cause…
No one can deny the importance of keeping our wrists well-functioning. Our wrists are critical for our hands and forearms to keep up with everyday tasks. Wrist pain significantly impedes our movement and efficiency. It’s inconvenient, causes discomfort, and possibly leads to debilitating consequences if it’s not given immediate attention. Have you been experiencing wrist…
The hands are capable of strong, precise, and dexterous movements. However, they are still susceptible to injury — and this can cause extreme discomfort and inconvenience in your daily life. When routine hand functions become hard, you’ll want to know exactly what’s causing your hand pain. Here’s how to assess your hand and find out…
Until fairly recently, it was considered impossible to perform joint surgery without making significantly large incisions. Thanks to advanced modern technology, it’s now possible to conduct surgical procedures using small, thin instruments – requiring only small incisions. In particular, arthroscopic knee surgery can be performed to repair knee injuries, including many types of knee fractures….
Stretching is an excellent way to prevent injuries and improve the way your body functions. Wrist pain is a common issue that can be alleviated with regular stretching. Here are some reasons why stretching is so beneficial. Flexibility Wrist flexibility and mobility are helpful in many activities that require precision, such as cooking, writing, and…
Arthritis of the hip, as with any other part of the body, is notorious for causing significant movement restriction and quality-of-life issues. Thankfully, despite its incurable and progressive nature, there are a range of self-care measures and treatments available that can help to ease its symptoms. Below are five ways you can effectively manage the…
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