Have you and your doctor discussed your wrist pain? When other, non-surgical interventions fail to improve your condition, he/she may recommend that you undergo a wrist arthroscopy. This is a surgery that aims to repair the tissues around or inside the wrist. Using...
The most common type of broken wrist is a distal radius fracture, which is a break in the radius bone at the end closest to the wrist. The radius is the larger of the two bones of the forearm. A fracture of this kind is almost always the result of a fall or an...
Overuse of a joint can result in injury after a prolonged period of time. Often times people wind up with overuse injuries of the elbow, which can prevent them from engaging in their typical activities. Overuse injuries of the elbow are extremely common in sports,...
Overuse use injuries of the elbow is an orthopedic condition that affects adults and children. It is commonly seen among sports athletes and factory or construction workers who perform repetitive motions involving the use of the elbow, forearm, hand, and wrist....
Elbow injuries are extremely painful, and can happen for a broad variety of reasons. It is always important that if you have an elbow injury you should always seek medical attention immediately. Some people think that their injury might not be as bad as they thought,...
Many people are plagued with acute shoulder pain and weakness. This is a common occurrence from everyday activities. If the shoulder pain persists, intensifies, or impairs daily activities, you may have developed a condition called shoulder impingement. Shoulder...
If you've been struggling with severe arthritis in your foot or ankle, you've undoubtedly tried a variety of options before considering surgery. In saying that, the outlook for those who have undergone surgery to relieve pain and stiffness in their ankle is quite...
The rotator cuff is a complex of muscles and tendons found in your shoulder. They support the upper arm bone. When one of these tendons is injured, it’s known as a rotator cuff injury. Sometimes, the injury can be healed with rest, and you can take analgesics for the...
The Christmas Cops Program is sponsored by the Plano Police Association and operated by Plano Police employees and volunteers. This program began in1984 by several Plano Police Officers who saw a need in the community for Officers to assist families in need in Plano...
What is Plantar Fasciitis? If you experience persistent foot pain, there is a good chance that you suffer from a condition called plantar fasciitis. This is a term that refers to inflammation of the fascia, a band of tissue that connects your heel to your toes, and is...