Collies Fracture

Colles Fracture is a complete fracture of the radius bone in the forearm that breaks and not the carpal bones of the wrist. It is also known as a broken wrist, a distal radius fracture, transverse wrist fracture, or a dinner-fork deformity of the wrist. The colles fracture is one of the most common and […]
Nerve Entrapment

A nerve entrapment is caused when a peripheral nerve losses mobility, flexibility, or becomes compressed through repetitive activities or trapped by acute injuries, causing swelling. A nerve entrapment can cause neurogenic/neuropathic pain that may be chronic or acute in nature. To properly diagnose a nerve entrapment, it is important to know the neural pathways and areas […]
Acromioclavicular joint injury

Have you ever landed on tip of your shoulder and faced the ongoing pain? Fair chances are that this pain is coming from the acromioclavicular joint. Injuries in and around the shoulder, including acromioclavicular joint injuries, occur most commonly in active or athletic young adults. The shoulder joint is the connecting point of the clavicle, […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is essentially compression of the median nerve in the wrist. There is a narrow space in the wrist (Carpal Tunnel) where the median nerve and nine tendons pass from the forearm to bones in the hand. The median nerve provides sensation (ability to feel) to your long […]
Fibromyalgia

What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is the disorder characterized by widely spread musculoskeletal pain usually accompanied by fatigue, sleep, mood and memory issues. Doctors believe that it boosts painful sensations by affecting the way your brain processes pain signals. Symptoms normally begin after a physical trauma, surgery, significant psychological stress or infection. In some cases, symptoms slowly […]
Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis, also known as “wear and tear” arthritis, is the most common form of arthritis that affects joints and literally means inflammation of a joint. It occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of your bones wears down over time; this cartilage provides a cushion and; thus, plays an important role in dissipating load […]
Parkinson’s disease

Overview Parkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement of the person which includes how they speak and write. Parkinson’s disease symptoms start gradually, sometimes starting with ever-so-slight tremor in just one hand. These tremors are common, but the disorder commonly causes stiffness or slowing of movement, the muscles of a person […]
Ankylosing spondylitis

What is Ankylosing spondylitis? Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is condition that can cause some of the vertebrae in your spine to fuse which makes the spine less flexible and can result in a hunched-forward posture. This chronic condition is caused by inflammation of the spine. It starts in the joints between your spine and pelvis, but […]
Muscular Dystrophy

What is Muscular dystrophy? Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of over 30 disorders that lead to muscle weakness and consequent loss of strength. As the condition progresses, it becomes difficult to move. In some extreme cases, it may affect breathing and heart function, leading to life-threatening complications. It depends on the type and severity, the […]
Plantar fasciitis

What is Plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is generally common cause of heel pain. Plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes, which supports the arch of your foot and functions as our natural shock-absorbing mechanism. When you strain your […]