Intersection Syndrome
Intersection Syndrome Description Intersection syndrome is characterized by pain and inflammation in the forearm, on the thumb side, as a result of irritation where the two tendons that extend the…
Ingrown Toenail
Ingrown Toenail Description An ingrown toenail is a condition in which the sharp edge of a toenail grows into the fleshy side of a toe, usually the big toe. The…
Tinea Cruris (Jock Itch)
Tinea Cruris (Jock Itch) Description Tinea cruris is an infection of the skin in the groin with one of several types of fungus. These fungi thrive in the groin, where…
Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis Description Painful inflammation of a tendon is called tendinitis, and painful inflammation of the lining of the tendon sheath is called tenosynovitis. Inflammation of both often occurs…
Impingement Syndrome, Surgery for (Subacromial Decompression)
Impingement Syndrome, Surgery for (Subacromial Decompression) Indications: who needs surgery, when and why, and goals Surgery for rotator cuff tendinitis, subacromial bursitis, or impingement is reserved for people who have…
Sports Anemia
Sports Anemia Description Anemia is a condition in which hemoglobin in the blood is decreased. Hemoglobin is the oxygen-carrying molecule of the body, and decreases in hemoglobin mean muscles and…
Sodium Bicarbonate
Sodium Bicarbonate Description Sodium bicarbonate is a substance that can buffer acids formed in the body. When athletes exercise, they make acids as part of the breakdown of sugars and…
Hip Fracture
Hip Fracture Description A complete fracture of the hip, usually just below the ball of the hip or upper part of the femur, at the head and neck of the…
Hamate (Hook) Fracture
Hamate (Hook) Fracture Description A hamate fracture is a complete or incomplete break of a part of the hamate bone of the hand and wrist. The hamate bone has a…
