Bunion
A bunion (also known as hallux valgus) is a painful swelling on the inside of the big toe. It develops gradually over time. Often the
Hallux Rigidus
Hallux Rigidus is a common cause of stiffness, pain, and inflammation of the joint at the base of the big toe. Here we explain the
Black Fingernail
A black fingernail or subungual hematoma is caused by a build-up of blood under the fingernail. This usually results from an impact or trauma to
Jersey Finger
Jersey finger is a tear of one of the flexor tendons in the tip of the finger. It is common in contact sports, especially Rugby
Forefoot Pain
Forefoot pain includes injuries to the long metatarsal bones in the foot, inside, outside and under the ball of the foot. Here we explain the
Common Foot Injuries By Location
Here we outline the symptoms and common causes of common injuries causing foot pain based on the specific area or location of your pain. Medically
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Chest Pain In Athletes
Acute chest pain is sudden onset and includes cardiac chest pain, heart attack, a torn muscle or bruised rib. Most chest pain in sports, however,
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Dislocated Ankle
A dislocated ankle is a severe injury which usually happens in conjunction with a fracture or complete rupture of the lateral ankle ligaments. They are
Side Stitch
A side stitch can usually be felt to one side of the abdomen, more often the right side, around the area of the lower ribs.
Hand & Finger Injuries
Injuries to the hand and fingers are common in sports and must be taken seriously. Here we explain sudden onset (acute) injuries as well as
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Ulnar Nerve Compression
Ulnar nerve compression occurs when the ulnar nerve becomes irritated, compressed or trapped, usually at the inside of the elbow. It causes tingling, numbness and
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Achilles Bursitis
Achilles bursitis is also known as Retrocalcaneal bursitis. It is inflammation and swelling of a bursa at the back of the heel. Here we explain
Calf Pain
Calf pain is pain at the back of the lower leg. It either occurs suddenly, for example a calf muscle strain. Or develops gradually over
Lateral Plantar Nerve Entrapment
Lateral plantar nerve entrapment results in pain on the inside of the ankle and heel. It is caused by compression of the lateral plantar nerve
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