Broken ankles vary from a tiny crack in the bone to large or multiple cracks.
About 65 percent of regular runners get hurt each year. It’s estimated that the average runner will sustain one injury for every 100 hours he or she runs.
Many people develop osteoarthritis as they age. Fortunately, there is wide variety of treatment options that can allow you to continue to pursue the physical activities you enjoy.
Total ankle replacement, like similar operations for arthritic or injured hips and knees, can restore the ankle to normal functionality.
A stress fracture is a tiny crack in a bone that most commonly occurs in the legs and feet. Most stress fractures are caused by over-training.
A tear resulting from acute injury to or degeneration of meniscus.
A torn hip labrum can lead to hip instability, pain, and impair the labrum's ability to absorb shocks.
Many people don’t realize that most musculoskeletal injuries can get better without surgery, so the best doctor to see may be one who specializes in nonsurgical care. One medical specialty that fits this description is physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), or physiatry.
Pain relief after surgery is a common concern. Most people experience some discomfort after procedures, and several treatments can help bring comfort.
Chronic pain is discomfort that persists for three months or longer. It can originate from tissue or joint damage, or a wide variety of other causes.