A torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) is a common knee injury, particularly among athletes and people who exercise or lead active lifestyles. This knee injury can cause pain, swelling, and loss of motion in the knee, making normal day-to-day activities difficult or impossible. If the ligament [Read More]
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Treatments For A Torn Meniscus
A meniscus tear is a common knee injury most often incurred while playing sports or exercising. Athletes, professional and amateur, and those who are highly physically active are particularly suspectable. The knee meniscus is C-shaped cartilage located between the shinbone and the thighbone. You [Read More]
Types of Elbow Fractures
One of the most common orthopedic injuries is a broken bone, also known as a fracture. While you can get a fracture anywhere in your body, one place that frequently incurs this injury is the elbow. We use our arms for practically everything we do, and when we get into an accident or suffer a fall, [Read More]
Symptoms Of An Unstable Kneecap
You should be aware of a hard knobbly bone that rests in front of your knee. It is called the kneecap, and it gives the muscles in your thigh leverage when you extend your leg. The kneecap also helps protect other parts of your knee. While a network of ligaments and tendons keep your kneecap in [Read More]
