Patellofemoral instability is characterized by a sensation that the kneecap is slipping away or feels loose during movement. The instability might be linked with pain and swelling in the anterior part of the knee and categorized into 2 main groups – primary and secondary. Primary patellofemoral instability This form of instability can develop from a […]
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Articular cartilage injury involves damage to the sturdy cartilage lining the ends of the bones. The articular cartilage is a smooth, hard material lining the ends of the bones. It is comprised of collagen which is also responsible for allowing smooth movement between the bone surfaces. Additionally, the cartilage is also extravascular in which it
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An annular tear involves ripping or tearing of the annulus fibrosus which is the sturdy exterior covering the intervertebral discs. It is important to note that the intervertebral discs work as cushions between the vertebrae as well as providing support to the bone structure of the neck and back. Excess stress on the discs from
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A tibia stress fracture can develop due to various factors. The tibia is the bigger of the 2 shin bones as well as a weight bearing bone. It is prone to stress fractures especially in the lower third region. What are the causes? The usual causes of a tibia stress fracture include overload on the
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Alcohol-induced seizure occurs if there is excessive and rapid consumption of alcohol and sudden withdrawal. This type of seizure tends to occur at 12-48 hours after withdrawal from alcohol but refraining from alcohol even for 2 days in some cases can trigger the seizures. The condition is quite common among individuals who have been alcoholic
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A calf muscle cramp involves involuntary contraction of the muscles. This is not only very sore but can also trigger damage of the muscles in severe cases. Close look on leg cramps Leg cramps can be described as painful contractions of the muscles that occur involuntarily or intentionally. A cramp typically affects those who train
Achilles tenosynovitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the sheath or layer that surrounds the Achilles tendon. Is there a difference between tendonitis and tenosynovitis? Achilles tendonitis or tendinopathy is a degenerative condition that affects the tendon. As for Achilles tenosynovitis, it is a similar condition affecting the sheath surrounding the tendon instead of the tendon
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A broken toe can cause significant pain and due to severe trauma or impact. The injury typically involves one of the phalanges bones comprising the toes but a stress fracture is likely to occur gradually over time. The indications of a broken toe due to a traumatic injury includes abrupt pain at the time of
A sprained ankle is a common injury in sports. In most cases, the ankle rolls inwards beneath the weight of the entire body, resulting to impairment of the ligaments on the exterior of the ankle. What are the indications of a sprained ankle? Ankle pain is usually felt but specifically on the exterior of the
The abductor hallucis muscle is positioned along the interior of the foot and spans from the heel bone and inserts onto the side of the big toe. What are the indications? The abductor hallucis muscle is responsible for bending and sideways movement of the big toe as well as supporting the interior arch of the
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