Every year over five million people visit orthopedic surgeons for knee-related injuries and problems that fall into one (or more) of the following four categories: Fractures The femur (thighbone), tibia (shinbone) and patella (kneecap), come together to form the knee joint. The patella bone is the most likely to fracture, especially during a motor vehicle …
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Most of your life you’ve noticed it: Your knee sometimes makes a popping sound when you bend it, or crouch, or climb steps, or just shift your weight. As you get older, it seems to be happening even more often. Is this an indication of something wrong with your knee? Normal Knee Noises Just like …
That popping sound when you flex your ankle or climb stairs isn’t necessarily just advancing age. It could be harmless, but if there’s also pain, see an orthopedist. Related Anatomy and Terms The ankle is a hinge joint made up of the tibia (shin bone), fibula, and talus. The joint is responsible for raising the …
Probably everyone has said something like this to themselves: “I have to admit it, my old back is just more prone to getting sore than when I was a kid. Stiff and sore – that’s normal.” OR IS IT? What Kind of Pain Is Normal as You Age? We all experience normal aches and pains …
Sustaining a limiting or sidelining injury is the worst thing that can happen to an athlete. Because the first step in injury prevention is education, athletes are encouraged to take the time to learn some of the most common sports injuries. Common Sports Injury #1: Ligament Sprains Ligaments are strong connective tissues that connect bones. …
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What is RICE? Even if you’ve never taken a first aid class, chances are you’ve heart about RICE. The acronym stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. This refers to a protocol for conservatively treating certain injuries immediately after they happen. The steps can vary depending on the extent and location of the injury. In …
What are Muscle Tears? The body is a complex system of muscles, bones, ligaments, and tendons. These elements all work together to create pain-free movement. If one of these gets injured, it can be painful. Muscle strain is what occurs when a muscle is pushed past its limit. Severe muscle strain can cause the muscle …
NSAIDs, Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Oh my! What’s the difference between the numerous pain relievers, and how do I choose the right one for me and my family? Pain Relievers: What’s the Difference? Non-prescription pain relievers come in so many different types and so many different brands types; how can I choose the best one for my …
“Is my injury a sprain or a strain?” – that’s a great question. If you’ve injured yourself and are in pain, you deserve to know why. Differentiating the terms sprain and strain may seem confusing, but it really isn’t. This post contains everything you need to know. Terminology and Anatomy Ligaments are bands of fibrous …
Mild joint pain can be aggravating and annoying. Moderate to severe joint pain can be limiting and debilitating. The first step to effectively treating joint pain that will not go away on its own is making an appointment with an orthopedic specialist. Joint Pain A joint is the connection of two bones. There are many …
