Medial epicondylitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the medial epicondyle, a bony bump on the inside of the elbow where several muscles merge offers treatment for medial epicondylitis and for a number of other elbow-related conditions. Although medial epicondylitis is commonly known as “golfer’s elbow,” it is a condition that affects not only […]
Read MoreThe Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the human body and runs from a person’s heelbone to all manner of injuries, including chronic Achilles tendinopathy and Achilles insertional tendinopathy. Classical Achilles tendinopathy is the swelling and inflammation of the Achilles tendon. Achilles insertional tendinopathy is the degeneration of the tendon right where it attaches to a complete rupture. The […]
Read MoreHamstring tendon strain is one of the most common running injuries, affecting a set of muscles located in the back of the thigh. While mild hamstring strain may cause only a light feeling of discomfort, chronic hamstring strain can be severely crippling. What makes proper hamstring strain rehabilitation so crucial is that patients suffering from […]
Read MoreThe elbow is a complex hinge joint that assists in arm flexion and wrist rotation. However, it is also especially susceptible to tendinitis, sprains, strains, and medial and lateral epicondylitis. Fortunately, physician-approved programs of exercise for elbow pain and elbow pain support can help the injured patient recover strength and range of motion in the […]
Read MoreShockwave therapy or SWT delivers sound waves of high frequency exactly at the place of injury. Your body is then able heal itself stimulating circulation of blood, this supports metabolism, activates new cell generation and helps to dissolve calcium. These waves of a higher frequency activate your body’s healing reaction. This is a non-surgical procedure […]
Read MoreShockwave treatment for tennis elbow is a relatively new form of therapy in which gentle pressure waves are released into the skin around the lateral epicondyle, a bony protrusion of the outer elbow. When used in combination with conventional treatments such as elbow supports and pain relief exercises, shockwave treatment for tennis elbow has proven […]
Read MoreIntroduction You were playing catch with your golden retriever at the park on a warm spring day. In one hand you were holding a tennis ball. As she watched you excitedly, you bent your arm to throw it and—pop! There was an audible noise, and you felt your shoulder being jolted out of place. You […]
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