The plantar fascia—the fibrous tissue that attaches the heelbone to the toes—basically functions as a shock absorber and provides support to the arch of the foot. However, when excessive amount of pressure is placed on the plantar fascia, it becomes susceptible to damages or tears. Injury to the plantar fascia causes it to get inflamed,
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Exercises That Can Coincide with Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Plantar fasciitis is characterized by the inflammation of the plantar fascia, the fibrous tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and that connects your heel bone to your toes. While plantar fasciitis can be bothersome and debilitating, it is highly treatable. For mild to moderate cases of plantar fasciitis, non-surgical approaches are usually
Read MoreHow to Find the Best Hand Surgeon
If your hand has been experiencing pain, weakness, numbness, or disability, you may have a condition that is best diagnosed and treated by a hand specialist. A hand surgeon will not automatically suggest surgery, as this doctor will determine the best method of treatment for your particular case. Here are a few tips on how
Read MoreWhat Is Degenerative Disc Disease?
Today, more and more people are experiencing pains that are commonly associated with aging. A common condition affecting adults and the elderly is called degenerative disc disease. It is not a disease per se, but a condition that produces symptoms as a result of damaged discs. The Spinal Discs Healthy spinal discs provide humans a
Read MoreRecovering from a Rotator Cuff Tear
We use our shoulders in many of our activities, from our daily routines and work to leisure and sports. The load they carry on a daily basis makes them more susceptible to injuries like a rotator cuff tear. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles in your shoulder that keeps the upper arm (humerus)
Read MoreTreatments for Knee Pain
A leading cause of knee pain is osteoarthritis. It is due to the wearing-down of the protective cartilage that prevents the bones in the knee from rubbing against each other. Without the cushion of protective cartilage, knee movement becomes painful. Knee arthritis causes constant pain without proper treatment. Let’s talk about some of the most
Read MoreDifferent Types of Foot Surgery
For patients who have foot and ankle issues that are not responding well to conservative treatments, your doctor may recommend foot surgery. Sometimes surgery is the only way to achieve long-lasting relief from persistent, disabling symptoms. The goal of foot surgery is not just to relieve chronic pain, but also to restore normal foot and
Read MoreFrom The Orthopedist’s Desk: Building Shoulder Muscles Safely
If you have had a shoulder injury, a focused conditioning exercise program can help you build up the muscles in your shoulder and allow you to get back to your normal activity level safely. Conditioning exercises help reduce pain and gradually strengthen, tone, and improve flexibility and stability in target muscles, improving overall health in
Read More6 Types of Meniscus Tears
A meniscus is a moon-shaped section of cartilage that cushions the knee between the top of the shinbone (lower leg bone, or tibia) and the bottom of the thighbone (upper leg bone, or femur). Each knee has two menisci: The lateral meniscus is in your outer knee, and the medial meniscus is in the inner
Read MoreSigns of A Broken Hip
The hip bone is a pretty strong one, however, after a certain age, it can become susceptible to fractures. Women in particular become susceptible to bone fractures due to decreasing estrogen levels and weakening bones as they get older and go into menopause. Add balance issues and poor eyesight to the mix, which are pretty
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