While both men and women can suffer orthopedic injuries, there are some musculoskeletal conditions that affect women more than men. This may be due to any number of factors, including differences in anatomy, hormones, and genetic susceptibility. Here are just a few orthopedic conditions that seem to plague women at a far greater rate than […]
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Injuries in Teens
Teenagers not only rest hard but also play harder than other age group. Many teens play multiple sports, trying several different activities before finding the one they excel in. Additionally, teenage bodies are still growing. Muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, and joints are not fully developed until their mid to late teen years. As a result, […]
Options for ACL Tears
The anterior cruciate ligament – the ACL – is the part of your knee that connects the bones of your legs and allows stability and flexibility of movement in the joint. People who play sports or participate in activities that involve jumping, pivoting or quickly changing direction are most at risk for an ACL tear. […]
How to Know if Physical Therapy Is Necessary
Physical therapy can help people recover from injuries and illnesses as an alternative to drugs or surgery. It is also an important part of post-op (after an operation) and even pre-op (before an operation) for patients who are undergoing orthopedic surgery. A licensed physical therapist (PT) has completed years of education and training in physical […]
Is My Gym Routine Hurting My Shoulder?
We’ve all heard the saying, “no pain, no gain.” It’s a mantra celebrated by some of the world’s greatest athletes. However, sometimes the pain or twinge you feel in your shoulder may not be run-of-the-mill, but rather a signal of something that could be of concern. So, whether you’re just starting out or seasoned athlete […]
When Can I Exercise After an Ankle Fracture?
Whether it’s a misstep into a pothole on the city streets or ignoring the pain of running marathons until it was too late – an ankle fracture, or break, can be a major setback for those who suffer from it. Swelling, pain, reduced range of motion, decreased strength, and decreased balance are common impairments after […]
