Most ACL injuries occur after a non-contact twisting injury. ACL tears can also occur after being struck on the side of your leg. Most athletes will pivot or twist, run and feel a pop … continue reading
Meniscus Tears In Golfers
Meniscus tears or injuries are very common. Because of the significant amount of turning and pivoting with golf, the meniscus is under a lot of stress. Golfing can cause meniscus tears, but they are not … continue reading
The Risks of Blood Transfusions in Knee Replacement Surgery
Knee replacement surgery is performed for people with severe pain and poor quality of life due to arthritis. As the baby boomer generation ages the number of knee replacements performed every year continues to … continue reading
Bakers Cyst Of The Knee
A Bakers cyst is a fluid filled sac that can form in the back of your knee. When the cyst is large, it will cause a bulge in the back of your knee. If the … continue reading
Frozen Shoulder: 5 Tips To Conquer A Stiff Shoulder
You woke up one morning, and your shoulder is hurting a lot! You also notice that it feels a little stiff. How could this happen ?!?! You do not recall a significant injury. A frozen … continue reading
High Intensity Exercise – HIIT- and Your Health
The popularity of high intensity interval training is increasing dramatically. These are also referred to as HIIT workouts. For those who want to bring their fitness to a new level, or for those who want … continue reading
Pectoral Tendon Tears: A Treatment Guide
The pectoral tendon attaches the pec major muscle to your humerus or arm bone. The pec major is a very powerful muscle. Pectoral tendons are usually ruptured or torn in weight lifters during bench pressing. … continue reading
Bucket Handle Meniscus Tear
A bucket handle meniscus tear is a unique type of meniscus tear. Bucket handle meniscus tears are more common in younger athletes. They can occur in older adult athletes too, but most bucket handle … continue reading
Should I Stop Running? Most Injuries don’t require it
Physicians who run tend to have many patients who run. Word gets around. Runners understand runners. And runners are often not an easy group to treat. That’s because they can’t stop running. A physician who … continue reading