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Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a competitive athlete, or someone who enjoys an active lifestyle, experiencing injuries or physical discomfort seems almost inevitable. While general practitioners can offer excellent health advice, consulting a sports medicine doctor could be your game-changer, especially if your life revolves around physical activity. Sports medicine doctors specialize in treating and…
Stress fractures are small cracks or breaks in bones that are caused by repetitive stress or overuse. They commonly occur in weight-bearing bones like the feet, ankles, shins, and hips. These injuries are often seen in athletes and people who engage in high-impact activities. In this article, we are going to talk more about stress…
According to an estimate, stress fractures account for approximately 20% of all sports injuries, which are injuries that are sustained by athletes and physically active individuals. Stress fractures occur when the muscles become fatigued and cannot absorb added shock, causing the muscle’s load to transfer to the bone, causing a tiny crack known as a…
We rely on our shoulders to do many things— from self-care, cooking and cleaning, to performing our tasks at work. Sustaining an injury or suffering from a condition that causes pain and limited mobility in the shoulders will render even basic movements difficult. While most shoulder problems respond to nonsurgical treatment, there are those that…
Each year, there are over 80,000 anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repairs performed in operating rooms across the country. ACL injuries are very common, especially in people with more active lifestyles – particularly athletes. A suspected ACL injury should be evaluated soon after the incident. Treatment for an ACL injury will depend on the severity of…
The act of putting on and taking off a shirt requires movement of the entire shoulder joint and your arm. With the shoulder joint’s range of motion, this should be easy. However, injuries to the joint or the soft tissues surrounding it can make this simple task challenging. If suddenly you are struggling to put…
Being physically active or playing sports does wonders for your body. However, it also ups your risk for sports injuries. While these conditions are common for physically active individuals and athletes, they are treatable and preventable. Are you a physically active person? Here are the most common sports injuries, how they are treated, and what…
Your ankles provide support and stability for your body every time you stand, walk, or run. Because of their key function and the weight they support, your ankles are susceptible to overuse and injury. Knowing what causes ankle pain will help you understand how to prevent it. Let’s talk about causes, prevention, and treatment of…
Year-round practices, games, and competitions can make being an athlete very physically demanding, which can put players at risk of injuries. One of the most common sports injuries involves the knee due to all the running and jumping involved in nearly all sports. Your child’s dedication to sports that involve high impact and collisions may…
Woke up with your shoulder hurting? Does the pain get worse whenever you move your shoulder? Noticed you can’t move your shoulder like you once could? All these signs can indicate you have arthritis. But there are several types of arthritis that can affect your shoulder, of which the treatment is as simple as an…
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