Olecranon Bursitis

Olecranon bursitis, commonly known as “elbow bursitis,” is the inflammation of the bursa located at the tip of the elbow, known as the olecranon. A bursa is a small, fluid-filled sac that reduces friction and provides a cushion between bones and soft tissues such as muscles and...

What is a Boxer’s Fracture of the Hand?

Boxer’s Fracture of the Hand A Boxer’s fracture refers to a break in the neck of the fifth metacarpal bone in the hand. This bone connects the small finger knuckle to the wrist. The term “Boxer’s fracture” comes from the fact that such an injury often results...

Can Computer Motion Analysis be used to Prevent ACL injuries?

Computer Motion Analysis and ACL Injury Prevention Computer motion detection, often referred to as motion analysis technology, is a tool used to study and assess the biomechanics of human movement. It utilizes cameras, markers, force plates, and specialized software to capture, record, and...

Is There an Epidemic in ACL Injuries in Women’s Soccer?

This year’s women’s world cup saw an epidemic of anterior cruciate injuries preventing athletes from competing on the world stage.  The list of star players is astounding including England’s duo of Leah Williamson and Beth Mead, Dutch star Vivianne Miedema,...

My Neck Hurts and My Hands Don’t Seem to Work Right…is it Cervical Myelopathy?

Cervical Myelopathy Cervical myelopathy is a condition characterized by compression or damage to the spinal cord in the neck (cervical) region. It is usually caused by degenerative changes in the spine, such as spinal stenosis (narrowing of the...

Lumbar Herniated Discs

Lumbar Herniated Discs A lumbar herniated disc, also known as a slipped disc or herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP), can cause a variety of signs and symptoms. These symptoms are typically related to the compression or irritation of nearby spinal nerves. Here are some common signs and symptoms...

Criteria for Outpatient Total Hip Replacement

Outpatient Total Hip Replacement Outpatient total hip arthroplasty (THA), also known as same-day or ambulatory total hip replacement, is when a patient undergoes a THA procedure and is discharged on the same day to recover at home rather than staying overnight in the hospital. Outpatient...

Indications for Total Hip Replacement in a Person with Osteoarthritis

Total Hip Replacement with Osteoarthritis Indications for a total hip replacement, also called a total hip arthroplasty, in someone with hiposteoarthritis are based on symptom severity and the impact to a patient’s quality of life. The followingare common indications for total hip...

SLAP Tears

SLAP Tears A SLAP tear is a specific type of shoulder injury that affects the labrum, a ring of cartilage that surrounds the socket of the shoulder joint. The acronym “SLAP” stands for “Superior Labrum Anterior and Posterior,” indicating that the tear occurs in...

Distal Biceps Tendon Tears

Distal Bicep Tendon Tears A distal biceps tendon tear refers to the rupture or partial tear of the tendon connecting the biceps muscle to the forearm bone (radius) near the elbow joint. The following are common signs and symptoms associated with a distal biceps tendon tear: 1. Sudden,...