Headaches
What is a headache? Headache is defined as a pain arising from the head or upper neck of the body. The pain originates from the tissues and structures that surround the skull or the brain because the brain itself has no nerves that give rise to the sensation of pain (pain fibers). The thin layer […]
Plantar Fasciitis
What is plantar fasciitis? The sole of the foot is referred to as the plantar area. Plantar fasciitis is a chronic local inflammation of the “bowstring-like” ligament stretching underneath the sole, also referred to as the plantar fascia, that attaches at the heel. What causes plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is most commonly caused by repetitive […]
Knee Pain
What is knee pain? Knee pain is a common problem that can originate in any of the bony structures compromising the knee joint (femur, tibia, fibula), the kneecap (patella), or the ligaments and cartilage (meniscus) of the knee. Knee pain can be aggravated by exercise, affected by the surrounding muscles and their movements, and be triggered by other […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is the compression of the median nerve as it passes into the hand. The median nerve is located on the palm side of your hand (also called the carpal tunnel). The median nerve provides sensation (ability to feel) to your thumb, index finger, long finger, and part […]
Arm Pain
Causes of Arm Pain Arm associated pain and injuries can occur sudden, from repetitive overuse or a traumatic injury. They are very common as they can be a result of sports and work injuries as well as every day activities. Arm pain can be related to a local injury, musculoskeletal injury or it could even be […]
Shoulder Pain
What is shoulder pain? Shoulder pain can be a result of injury or disease of the shoulder joint. Injury can affect any of the ligaments, bursae, or tendons surrounding the shoulder joint. Injury can also affect the ligaments, cartilage, menisci (plural for meniscus), and bones of the joint. The design of the shoulder joint is […]
Lower Back Pain
The Lumbar spine The low back supports the weight of the upper body and provides mobility for everyday motions such as bending and twisting. Muscles in the low back are responsible for flexing and rotating the hips while walking, as well as supporting the spinal column. Nerves in the low back supply sensation and power […]
Neck Pain
What are the symptoms that are associated with neck pain? Neck pain is commonly associated with dull aching. Sometimes pain in the neck is worsened with movement of the neck or turning the head. Other symptoms associated with some forms of neck pain include numbness, tingling, tenderness, sharp shooting pain, fullness, difficulty swallowing, pulsations, swishing […]
