Over the past decade several studies have examined the ratio of injury of female athletes to male athletes and many have shown that women are more likely to sustain injuries, specifically to the knee and hips, than male athletes. In fact, a recent study looked at NCAA...
Much has been made in recent years of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections as many professional athletes have tried this non-surgical treatment for the treatment of muscle, ligament, and tendon injuries. While many physicians claim that PRP is a wonder treatment,...
If you are one of the millions of Americans suffering from an arthritic condition of the knee, the amount of information and options may be overwhelming. From creams, to braces, to medications, herbal remedies and surgery – it can be difficult to know which...
While this condition is common among runners, as the name implies, runner’s knee can occur in all many types of athletes, especially if their sport requires repeated bending of the knees. Causes for Runner’s Knee Runner’s knee (Patello-femoral Pain) is not technically...
Bursitis is inflammation of the small fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that act as cushions over the joints, and under the muscles and tendons. There are approximately 160 bursae throughout the body. These small fluid-filled sacs lie over many of the joints to protect them...
Recently, it was reported that 22% of the U.S. population suffers from some form of arthritis. That percentage increases in the elderly to over 50%, with 1 in 4 suffering from hip arthritis before the age of 85. The term “arthritis” refers to one of numerous forms of...
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