Back Anatomy
The back in general is such a large area, incorporating everything from the pelvis to the very top of the neck and scapula (shoulder blades).
Wrist Anatomy
Wrist anatomy is the study of the bones, ligaments and other structures in the wrist. The wrist joint is a complex joint which connects the
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Iliotibial band friction syndrome (ITBS) is an overuse injury causing gradual onset pain on the outside of the knee. It is particularly common in runners
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Sciatica
Sciatica is the term describing back pain which radiates down into the legs It is a symptom itself and not a specific diagnosis or injury.
Scheuermann’s Disease
Scheuermann’s Disease is a hereditary disease that mainly affects growing boys between the ages of 13 and 16 years. It is the most common postural
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Stingers and Burners (Brachial Plexopathy)
Stingers and burners is another name for brachial plexopathy. Nerve compression following a neck impact causes stinging or burning sensations in the neck and arm.
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Pes Anserine Bursitis & Tendinopathy
Pes anserine bursitis/tendinopathy is a less common cause of pain on the inside of the knee. A bursa is a small fluid sac that sits under the
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What Is Bursitis?
Bursitis is inflammation of a small sack of fluid called a bursa. There are approximately 160 in the body, located in joints between tendon and
Head Injuries In Sport
Head injuries in sports range from a mild headache to a severe concussion or worse. Always take head injuries seriously! Symptoms might not always show
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Adductor Tendonitis
Groin inflammation or adductor tendonitis occurs when the tendons of the adductor muscles become inflamed causing pain, specifically high in the groin where the muscles
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Fibula Fracture
A fibula fracture is a break of the fibula bone in the lower leg. It is either a sudden onset acute fracture or a gradual
Posterior Compartment Syndrome
Posterior compartment syndrome occurs when pressure builds up within one of the muscle compartments of the lower leg. Increased pressure reduces blood flow and can
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Acute Ankle Injuries (Sprains & Fractures)
Acute ankle injuries include sprains, strains, and fractures. They occur suddenly as opposed to developing gradually over time. Sprained ankle An ankle sprain is one
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes pain, numbness, pins and needles in the hand and wrist due to compression of the median nerve as it passes through
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Fibula Stress Fracture
A fibula stress fracture is a small fracture or hairline crack in the bone. It is not as common as a stress fracture of the
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