Each knee has two moon-shaped sections of protective cartilage, and each section is called a meniscus. Together, the menisci provide essential cushioning between the top of the shinbone (large lower leg bone) and the bottom of the thighbone (upper leg bone) so that the bones do not rub against one another during movement. The menisci can tear during strong twisting, high-impact landing, or pivoting motions of the knee. Meniscus tears are a common injury while playing sports such as football, [Read More]
Archives for May 2021
Complete Guide to PRP Treatment
The development of regenerative medicine approaches, such as PRP treatment, has been a breath of fresh air for people in search of viable treatment options that have little to no potential long-term side effects. If you’ve been contemplating getting PRP injections for your condition or injury but not quite sure about what to anticipate and whether they’re right for you, let this guide give you a general understanding and help you make a well-informed decision. What to Expect During and After [Read More]
Nonsurgical Treatment Options for Knee Arthritis
Osteoarthritis – also called wear-and-tear arthritis – often impacts the joints in the body that get the most use, such as the fingers, elbows, and knees. The root word of “arthritis” means joint, and the suffix “-itis” means inflammation, so the most common symptom of arthritis is joint pain due to the inflammation. Arthritis tends to cause one or more of the following symptoms in a joint: Pain Swelling or puffiness Redness Decreased flexibility and stiffness Popping sound [Read More]
Activities to Avoid During Your Shoulder Impingement Treatment
Shoulder impingement syndrome is when the shoulder blade has been rubbing against the tendons of the rotator cuff, causing pain and inflammation. So if you are undergoing treatment for this condition, there are certain movements and habits you should try to avoid doing. Otherwise, you could unknowingly make your shoulder impingement worse. Let’s talk about some of the normal, everyday movements and activities you should avoid during your shoulder impingement treatment, and where you can go [Read More]