Hip dysplasia is a fairly common condition found in about 1 in 100 newborns. Typically, it is identified and diagnosed upon birth or very early in life. However, some of the more painful and debilitating symptoms of hip dysplasia may not start until a person’s …
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is incredibly common. In fact, it impacts more than 3 million Americans each year. CTS can cause pain, tingling, and/or numbness in the hand and arm. To help better understand carpal tunnel syndrome, we’ll answer the following questions in this blog …
Hip pain isn’t just for the elderly. In fact, adults of all ages, especially athletes and people who are highly active, often experience hip pain. Regardless of your age or activity level, hip pain can be debilitating and wear on your quality of life. In …
Have you ever experienced a painful, bony bump on the outside of your big toe? If so, you may have a bunion – a condition that impacts 1 in 3 Americans. In this post, we’ll explain what bunions are and discuss their causes, symptoms, and treatment …
Shoulder pain is extremely common. In fact, the National Institutes of Health estimates up to 70% of people will experience shoulder pain in their lifetime. Furthermore, rotator cuff tears are among the most common types of shoulder injuries, affecting approximately 40% of the population who …
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Do you ever experience hip pain flowing from the outside of your hip down the outer edge of your thigh? If so, you may have trochanteric bursitis, a common source of hip pain. This condition may cause dull and/or constant pain that typically worsens with …
Unfortunately, knee injuries are incredibly common, especially for athletes. The most feared among them are undoubtedly ACL and MCL tears. Either injury could sideline an athlete for months or even worse – an entire season. Both the ACL and MCL ligaments support knee stabilization, and …
Sciatica is a very common condition, affecting more than 3 million Americans per year. So chances are, you or someone you know has been impacted by this often extremely painful condition. But what exactly is sciatica? What causes it? And how is it treated? Also, …
If you have back pain, you are not alone. In fact, about twenty percent of all Americans will have back pain each year. So, for those with severe back pain or pain that won’t go away, your doctor may recommend a shot (injection). These shots …
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The ankle is a complex joint made up of multiple pieces working together to allow the foot to move. All these moving parts also make the ankle prone to injury. In fact, ankle sprains and fractures (breaks) are among the most common injuries for Americans, …
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