Being the largest ball and socket joint in the body, the hip joint is designed to sustain considerable stress, with the cartilage cushion preventing friction and enabling a high degree of fluidity in the joint. However, hip strains are still fairly common and are a...
Aging has a direct impact on the bones, muscles, and joints, leading to changes in gait and posture, along with other degenerative problems. Aging results in a decrease in bone density, especially in post-menopausal women. This is caused by a decrease in the level of...
Foot pain is relatively common, considering that the foot bears the entire body weight, and is comprised of nearly 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments, and 26 bones. Some of the most common foot disorders include hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, pronation, arthritis,...
Even though there is no known cure for osteoarthritis, certain cutting-edge treatment options are being adopted to combat pain and decrease immobility. The first line of treatment for arthritis includes nonsurgical options like pain relieving drugs, physical therapy,...
Elbow instability refers to a condition affecting the elbow joint, in which jerky arm movement cause the joint to be dislocated from its original position. This dislocation could be in the form of an outward slide, a pop or a catch. This kind of dislocation results in...
