Category Scientific Content

Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain can occur in either the front or back regions of the arm at the shoulder blade. Anatomy of the Shoulder: The shoulder comprises four joints: Shoulder Muscles and Surrounding Tissues: Shoulder Problems: Other potential causes to exclude are:…

Hamstring Tear

One of the common muscle injuries in various sports activities is a hamstring tear, often occurring during maximum speed running (sprinting) or due to overstretching the muscle during exercises or play. Possible symptoms of the injury include: Diagnosing the injury…

ACHILLES TENDONITIS

The Achilles tendon (also called the heel cord) is an extension of the two muscles in the back of the leg—the soleus and gastrocnemius muscles. It is considered the largest and strongest tendon in the body. One of the most…

ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT INJURY

Q: In cases of a torn ACL, is physical therapy better than surgery? It depends on the degree of the injury and the patient’s goals. A thorough clinical examination and sometimes imaging are needed. If the patient’s goal is to…