Tendinosis Vs. Tendonitis
Tendonitis and tendonosis are complications of the tendons. The symptoms are similar. However, the differences between the two, while subtle, are definitive enough to merit separate treatments. Thus,...
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Internal Scar Tissue Reduction
Internal scar tissue is the result of internal trauma such as surgery or torn tissues due to athletic overexertion. As the body heals the injury, internal scar tissue (fibrous connective tissue) builds...
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Dislocated Shoulder Treatment
The shoulder joint is the body's most mobile joint, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, thereby making it one of the most prone to dislocation. The academy defines a partial...
View ArticleStretching & Sciatic Nerve Pain
Sciatic nerve pain, sometimes referred to as sciatica, is caused by injury to the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is located along the back of the legs. It provides sensation and feeling to the soles...
View ArticleWhat Is Pronation of the Foot?
Pronation is a process that occurs when walking. When a person walks, moves or runs, his foot hits the ground in a particular way. The heel typically hits the ground first. When body weight shifts, the...
View ArticleIs Ice or Heat Good for Shin Splints?
Shin splints is the common term given to any pain at the front of the lower leg, but true shin splints usually come from inflammation of the sheath surrounding the tibia. The question of whether ice or...
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Rehabilitative Exercises Following Elbow Dislocation
A dislocated elbow can be a very disconcerting and painful injury. But luckily there are exercises that can help strengthen and increase the mobility of the elbow. Here are a number of good ones to get...
View ArticleQuad & Hamstring Injuries
Given the abuse, demand and strain the average leg takes, it is amazing that the main thigh/leg muscles of the quadriceps and hamstring don't get injured more often. These two muscle sets, working...
View ArticleActive Assisted Range of Motion Exercises
Active assisted range of motion exercise is designed to help injured individuals maintain joint flexibility and muscle strength as they recover.
View ArticleInjuries of the Patella Tendon
The patella tendon connects the knee cap, also known as the patella, to the tibia or shin bone. It acts like a lever and is a key component in the movement of straightening the knee. Injuries to the...
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Kinesio Shoulder Taping Techniques
Kinesio tape is a 100 percent cotton tape used in athletics, chiropractics and physical therapy for treating muscular-skeletal injuries. Kinesio tape has one surgical quality adhesive side with a...
View ArticleHeavy Leg Syndrome
According to aquaflexcone.com, heavy leg syndrome is a relatively common condition, with about 50 percent of women suffering from it. Heavy leg syndrome can be prevented and treated by a doctor, if...
View ArticleShoulder Injury Symptoms
Shoulder injuries arise out of various mishaps and accidents. Car crashes, sports games, even a simple slip and fall could lead to a shoulder injury. While the severity of the injury may vary, a person...
View ArticlePatellar Tendon Pain
Patellar tendon pain occurs in both the young and old. In the elderly, it tends to be from arthritic degeneration aggravating the tendon. In the young and the healthy, it usually comes from overuse of...
View ArticleRecovery Time for Sore Achilles Tendon
Soreness in the Achilles tendon is most likely from overuse. Recovery time depends on age, health, severity of the injury and whether it's a chronic problem. Inflammation results in tendonitis. Tears...
View ArticleHow to Tape a Shoulder Injury
The acromioclavicular joint, or AC joint, is the joint at the top of the shoulder that joins the top of the shoulder to the clavicle. It is prone to injury that can result from contact sports, bike...
View ArticleAchilles Tendonitis: Natural Healing Methods
The achilles tendon is located where the heel and the calf bone connect. It is the largest tendon in the body and can withstand up to 1000 pounds of pressure. However, it can also become inflamed and...
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How to Tape & Wrap a Shin Splint
A shin splint is pain in your lower leg region. The causes include overworking the leg or not adhering to proper warm-up exercises. This pain can appear suddenly. The only treatment is plenty of rest...
View ArticlePatellar Femoral Syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is pain behind the kneecaps (patella). It results from damage to the cartilage that cushions the kneecap. It arises in the young from strenuous exercise and in the old from...
View ArticleHow to Know If You Have a Deviated Septum
A deviated septum occurs when the inside wall of the nose becomes displaced to one side. This condition makes one of the nostrils smaller and can cause certain symptoms to appear in severe cases. If...
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