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Our knees are crucial to our ability to move. Known as a hinge joint, the knee is made up of three compartments: inside (medial), outside (lateral), and in front of (patellofemoral) the knee. It is located between the thighbone (femur) and lower leg bone (tibia). A common knee injury occurs when cartilage protecting the inside
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What is Degenerative Arthritis of the Shoulder?
Persistent, never-ending, throbbing, and immobilizing pain often describe the symptoms that an individual with degenerative arthritis faces every day. Arthritis is not a single disease, but a way of referring to the experience of joint pain due to inflammation and cartilage breakdown. It can occur anywhere in the body, and is the leading cause of
Read MoreWear and Tear Shoulder Injuries to Look Out For
Our shoulders, when healthy and functioning with optimal flexibility and strength, enable us to move our arms in different directions and perform a variety of daily activities. Over time, however, the shoulder can start to lose its strength, and as a result, certain wear-and-tear injuries may occur. The term “wear and tear” refers to the
Read MoreOlecranon Bursitis: The Complete Guide
If your occupation or frequent activity involves repetitive motion, you may be all too familiar with a condition known as bursitis. It’s a painful inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs in your joints. One of the most common forms of this ailment is olecranon bursitis. It’s characterized by swelling, redness, and pain at the tip of
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