Ankle sprains are common injuries, often occurring during sports or everyday activities. While they are typically associated with ligament damage, nerve injuries can also occur, leading to burning pain after ankle sprains if left untreated. Understanding the symptoms of nerve damage after ankle sprains, the nerves most commonly affected, and the treatment options available [...]
Falls onto the shoulder can damage various parts of the shoulder joint, rotator cuff tendons, ligaments, and bones. A more common bone break after a fall is the greater tuberosity fracture. What is a greater tuberosity humeral fracture, and how do you manage it? Where is the greater tuberosity located? The greater tuberosity is [...]
Over the last decade, there has been a surge in research into the health benefits of vitamin D. Concurrently, we're learning about the importance of vitamin D for athletes and sports performance. So, what is the function of vitamin D in exercise performance, what are the recommended levels for athletes, and how do active [...]
We use corticosteroids for various diseases, including allergies, autoimmune disorders, skin conditions, and musculoskeletal conditions. This drug can be given as tablets, liquid, nasal spray, or injections. It also has numerous potential side effects, depending on the dose, duration of use, and method of administration. People often ask the question: Do steroid injections cause [...]
Gout is a common disease, primarily affecting middle-aged men. Traditionally, gout presents as a painful and swollen big toe. However, gout can also affect other joints, including the knee joint. How do you know you have knee gout, and what can you do about it? What is gout? Excess uric acid in the [...]
Platelet-rich plasma therapy, also known as PRP injection, is a relatively new treatment option for common musculoskeletal conditions, including arthritis and tendonitis. However, numerous practitioners offer various PRP treatments. As a person thinking about Platelet-rich therapy for arthritis or tendonitis, which one would you choose? And does a more expensive system mean a better [...]
Pain inside the ankle may be due to tibialis posterior tendonitis, mid-foot arthritis, or a navicular stress fracture. However, one less common cause of pain is an accessory navicular syndrome or os naviculare. So, what is accessory navicular syndrome, and how do we manage it? What is an accessory navicular? The navicular is a [...]
Deep buttock pain, also known as deep gluteal syndrome, is common in active people. However, due to the complex anatomy of the buttocks, it can be challenging to pinpoint the exact cause of glute pain. So, what are the possible causes of deep buttock pain, and what are the steps to a correct diagnosis? [...]
Thoracic outlet syndrome, also known as TOS, is a condition that causes symptoms in the arm due to pressure on the structures running between the collarbone and the first rib (the thoracic outlet). Generally, it is confused with other conditions that cause pressure on nerves and blood vessels in the neck and arm. One [...]
If you are a runner with tightness in the groin and/or tummy, you might have osteitis pubis or pubic overload. This condition is also common in sports involving a change of direction, such as football, rugby, netball, or hockey. So, what is osteitis pubis, and how do we get it better? What is Osteitis [...]
