Tight Hamstring Muscles
Tight hamstring muscles may make you more prone to muscle strains, or contribute to other problems such as back pain and poor posture. Here we
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Cramp in the Hamstring Muscles
A cramp is a painful involuntary muscle contraction. Although leg cramp goes away naturally, they can damage the muscle and make them sore and tender.
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Femur Stress Fracture
A Femur stress fracture is a hairline fracture of the femur (thigh bone). Although quite rare, it is caused by prolonged overuse. Pain develops gradually
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Femur Fracture (Acute)
A Femur fracture is a rare, but very serious injury caused by sudden, severe trauma. If you suspect a fracture seek emergency medical attention immediately.
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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
A slipped capital femoral epiphysis occurs when there is a fracture at the neck or top of the thigh bone causing hip pain. It is
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Synovial Plica Irritation
A Synovial plica is a fold of the synovial membrane in the knee joint. It has similar symptoms to patellofemoral pain. As a result, it
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Knee Synovitis
Knee synovitis occurs when the synovial membrane which lines and lubricates the knee joint, becomes inflamed. Swelling or stiffness are symptoms that may follow another
Proximal Tibiofibular Joint Dislocation
Dislocation of the proximal tibiofibular joint is an injury to the joint where the shin bones (tibia & fibula) meet at the knee. It often
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Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Osteoarthritis, is wear and tear, in the knee joint. It is a common cause of gradual onset knee pain and joint stiffness. In particular, it
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Gastrocnemius Tendonitis
Gastrocnemius tendonitis is inflammation of the gastrocnemius tendon at the back of the knee. It is most likely an overuse injury, more common in runners
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Knee Contusion
A knee contusion or bruised knee results from a direct impact to the knee. This can be from falling directly onto the knee, or something
Patella Dislocation
Patella dislocation occurs when the kneecap dislocates outside of its normal position. This is usually around the outside of the knee. It can also partially
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Achilles Tenosynovitis
Achilles tenosynovitis (also known as paratenonitis) is an inflammatory condition of the sheath or layer surrounding the Achilles tendon It is an overuse injury that
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Peroneal Tendon Dislocation
Peroneal tendon dislocation causes pain on the outside of the ankle. Repeated dislocation or slipping of the peroneal tendons over the outside of the ankle
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Ankle Impingement
Ankle impingement occurs when a bony growth at either the front or back of the ankle bone restricts the normal range of motion. This results