Common Causes of ACL Injuries
The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, is a tough section of tissue that links the thigh bone to the shinbone. This ligament is essential for knee stability but is also…
5 Ways to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that triggers pain, tingling, and numbness in the arm and hand. While it’s common, carpal tunnel syndrome can cause discomfort with day-to-day tasks, such…
Using Ice or Heat for Injuries
We’ve all heard of the at home remedy where cold and hot compresses can be used to treat injuries. However, not everyone knows exactly when to use ice or heat…
What is Frozen Shoulder Syndrome?
The shoulder is one of the body’s most complex joints, and it’s essentially a ball and socket joint that connects the upper arm bone to the scapula. Frozen shoulder syndrome, commonly referred to as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and a lost range of motion. (more…)
Hip Osteoarthritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent form of arthritis. It’s a joint condition that occurs as a result of wear and tear on the cartilage in the joint. While various factors…
How Weight Impacts Your Total Joint Health
Age, injuries, and medical conditions are widely known to impact joint health. But, people less often consider how their body weight may be affecting their total joint health. Bodyweight largely…
Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution Weight Loss Goals With the hCG Diet
Each year, many people choose to make weight loss a new year’s resolution. Unfortunately, this resolution often is abandoned within the first few weeks of the year. If you’re looking…
The Dangers and Risks of Putting Off Knee Replacement Surgery
As exceptionally complex joints, the knees are particularly injury-prone. A knee injury can severely impact your mobility and cause significant pain. For certain conditions, such as advanced osteoarthritis, and severe…
What You Need to Know About Spinal Infections
While spinal infections are rare, they can affect people at any age and pose a significant risk of death. With this in mind, understanding the risk factors and signs of…
Why Colder Weather Increases Pain in the Knees and Other Joints
Have you ever noticed that when the weather becomes colder, your joint pain becomes worse? You’re not imagining it; this is a problem that’s shared by many people. While worsened…