The plantar fascia is a sheet or band of fibrous tissue that stretches over a muscle or other body organ. The plantar fascia or aponeurosis plantaris is attached on the interior side of the calcaneus or heel bone that runs up to the toes along the base of the foot. Plantar fasciitis develops once this […]
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The overall integrity of the knee usually depends on the healthy function and stability of the bones, ligaments and cartilage that comprises this weight-bearing joint. The combined actions of weight bearing and bending will place significant stress on the knee. Any injury to the knee cartilage, bones or ligaments can trigger pain and usually limit
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A bone bruise develops from compressive and intensive forces sustained on the bone during an injury. Any damage on the bone occurs on the insider or medullary part and often accompanied by swelling and edema. Other injuries that can cause a bone bruise include vehicular accidents, falls, sports injuries or a direct blow by objects.
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The patella or kneecap develops a durable, bony lid over the knee joint. Children below the age of 15 years old are less likely to develop patella fractures. The average age for patella fractures among children is 12 years old which is an age in which children are more likely to engage in sports and
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If a child sustains a tibia or shinbone fracture, it would require medical care. It is important to note that this is considered as a prevalent type of long bone fracture that can occur to both children and adults. A broken tibia is quite common among children and can be caused by tripping, sports injuries,
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The pain that develops on the right shoulder blade can be triggered by various causes and some are considered more serious than others. If the individual attempts to self-diagnose the condition, it can be risky. It is best to consult a doctor if the pain does not go away, worsens or comes and goes. The
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A bunion or hallux valgus is best described as a deformity involving the big toe and foot bones, resulting to a bump that develops at the base of the toe. If the individual uses constricting or pointed shoes, they are usually blamed for causing the bunions. Nevertheless, individuals who develop bunions due to an inherited
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Tennis elbow or tendinitis is the inflammation of the tendons attached to the bone of the elbow joint. In case of serious injuries that oftentimes result to the slow progression of overuse and constant stress, it can lead to prolonged strain such as inability to grip objects properly. Even though referred to as tennis elbow,
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There are several conditions that can lead to lateral hamstring tendinopathy. It is important to note that tendinopathy refers to an injury to a tendon. The tendons are comprised of fibrous material and responsible for connecting muscle to bone as well as facilitating the movement of the joints. Take note that there are two main
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When it comes to forearm fractures, there are certain considerations that you have to be well aware of in order to promote proper healing of the injury as well as prevent further injury on the affected arm. Forearm fractures are less common injuries In most cases, when an individual falls on an outstretched hand, he/she
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