Your shoulder is the most used joint on your body. Because of all the use, it is prone to many different injuries that may require shoulder surgery. Swelling, muscle strain, joint pain, and discomfort all point to a problem in your shoulders. There are many reasons...
Bicep tendinitis is a serious and painful condition. In case you are not familiar with this condition, it occurs when the tendon located in the upper part of the bicep muscle becomes inflamed or irritated. Many people who have bicep tendinitis first notice it as pain...
Most elbow injuries heal on their own after the elbow has been stabilized in a sling or a brace. Some even get better after a few applications of the RICE technique, which is rest, icing, compression and elevation coupled with physical therapy. The elbow is also a...
What is Bicep Tendinitis? Bicep Tendinitis is a condition in which the long bicep head becomes inflamed. If not treated early, the inflammation can worsen, resulting in a tear on the tendon. The condition often occurs alongside other shoulder problems like rotator...
If you’ve been experiencing hip pain, you know how excruciating and debilitating it can be. And if it continues, the question becomes: When do I need to consider orthopedic hip surgery? Of course, only your physician can help you make that decision after a thorough...
Whether you’re a competitive athlete, a weekend warrior or recuperating from surgery, Allen Therapy Center is here with the best sports rehab team in North Texas for your care and recovery! What is Sports Rehab? Sometimes referred to as Sports Injury Rehabilitation...
Whether you’re beginning a moderate exercise program, or you’ve been an athlete your entire life, sports medicine plays a vital role in a healthy and active lifestyle. At Plano Orthopedic, we specialize in sports medicine and are here to provide you with complete...
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a medical condition due to compression of the median nerve as it travels through the wrist at the carpal tunnel (the narrow passageway on the palm side of your wrist made up of bones and ligaments). The main symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome...
Shoulder Pointer Syndrome is a common injury that occurs in contact sports including football, wrestling, karate and hockey – and also in non-contact sports such as swimming and gymnastics. The injury typically occurs when an athlete makes a hard hit using his or her...
If you’ve experienced clicking and catching of your knee, you’re not alone. This is a common problem that may be minor and mean nothing at all – or it could indicate more serious damage that will require the attention of a skilled knee specialist. At Plano Orthopedic,...