Athletes who play contact sports, especially on harder surfaces such as turf, are prone to many injuries as the body is constantly under stress. A common injury for this type…
Ankle and foot pain can be debilitating, or at the very least it can interrupt daily activities. These parts of the body are used in many things, from driving to…
Each of our joints is supported by a vast network of soft tissues. One of the most important of these is the tendons. Tendons serve the function of attaching muscle…
Nerves located throughout the body allow us to move and feel. These nerves are often surrounded by protection but they can become pinched or damaged, leading to neuropathy. Pain in…
Like all joints in the human body, the elbow is a complex network of tissues that work together harmoniously to enable the dexterity we are used to. In the elbow,…
The carpometacarpal joint is responsible for one of man’s greatest advantages over nature – the opposable thumb. By giving our thumbs dexterity, this valuable joint has helped us achieve prolonged…
The Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) bones are an intricate network of joints that allow us to complete domain over the movements of our fingers. Sustaining an injury to these fragile joints…
The triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) is a small network of tissues that help articulate the motions of the wrist. Over time, small tears can develop in portions of this complex…
Our knees are used in almost all daily activities, from standing to sitting to walking and even sleeping. It can be particularly devastating when knee pain occurs. Quality of life…