Tendons
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Why Strength Builds FlexibilityDo NOT stretch your muscles! Instead, train them correctly, using light weights.
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Treatment and Rehabilitation for Achilles TendonitisThe most common treatment is surgery. This involves stitching the torn tendon together. Recovery takes up to two months.
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Achilles TendonitisThe treatment for Achilles tendonitis is simple but does take time
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Preparing to See the Doctor for an Ankle Injury: Achilles Tendon RuptureYou may start with your family doctor if you are experiencing Achilles tendonitis, but you could be referred to a bones, tendons and joint specialist known as a orthopedist, a doctor specializing in sports medicine, or a physiatrist.
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Achilles Tendon InjuriesThe Causes, Risks and Complications for Achilles Tendonitis and Ruptured Achilles Tendons Athletes often tear their Achilles tendon when running or doing other strenuous sports but common people can rupture the Achilles tendon or end up with Achilles ten
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Why a Shoulder Tendon Tear Requires Aggressive Conservative CareThe supraspinatus tendon of the shoulder is subjected to tear. Here is what patients need to know about the requirements for care.
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Medical Without Medical InsuranceTaking care of yourself and family when you do not have medical insurance. There is no rule book that requires you to go to the doctor. A little research can save you a lot of your money.
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Palmaris Longus Tendon: Is Yours Single, Double or Absent?Nearly 15% of people lack a palmaris longus tendon, which is found just below the wrist. Some people have double tendons here. Find out how many you have, and why this does-- or doesn't-- matter.
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Hand Tendon Tear: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment of Sports InjuryIf you engage in sports activities that result in hand or wrist pain, here is what you need to know about a hand tendon tear and how to identify the complication.
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Fluoroquinolone Toxicity - How Dangerous Are the Side Effects of Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic Drugs?There has been much concern about fluoroquinolone antibiotics. The controversy about toxic side effects continues. -
Joint Pain, Tendinitis, and Reducing PainAlong with back pain, inflammation of a tendon causing joint soreness may be one of the most common ailments affecting the human body.
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Cortisone Injections Prolong Tendon ProblemsPractitioners should take note that while the injections provide quick improvements these are short term. Alternative treatments are available. -
Tendonitis: What is It, What Can Be DoneWith all health problems, there's more to being and staying healthy than just treating symptoms.
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SYTYCD S7: July 8 2010; Alex Wong Detached Achilles Tendon - Cannot Dance for 3 Months; In Bottom 3 Billy Bell & Ashley GalvanSo You Think You Can Dance, Season 7, July 8 2010; Elimination Results: In the bottom three were-- Alex Wong (due to his injury), Billy Bell, and Ashley Galvan. Alex was cut due to lacerated Achilles tendon.
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Treating Achilles TendonitisThe Achilles tendon is a band of tissue that connects the calf muscles at the back of your leg to the heel bone. Achilles tendonitis occurs when that band of tissue is strained, stressed or injured.
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Flat Foot in Young Adults & Risks Associated with Tibial TendonsIf you are a young adult with common foot problems, here is what you need to know about flat foot risks.
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What is Achilles Tendonitis and How is it Treated?Achilles tendonitis is a condition which usually occurs due to overuse, thereby causing an injury to the tendon. The Achilles tendon is basically situated at the back of the ankle.
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What Conditions Can Mimic Adhesive Capsulitis?Your doctor may be almost positive that you have adhesive capsulitis, but to be sure he/she may order X-rays and possibly even an MRI to verify the diagnosis, and thereby ruling out any other possible cause for your symptoms.
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Managing Achilles Tendon Complications in Muscular DystrophyIf your child has muscular dystrophy, here is what you need to know about managing Achilles tendon complications.
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Training After Achilles Tendon Injury or DamageAchilles Tendon injuries are very common among both sportspeople and the lay public. How do these injuries affect exercise and can you stay fit while injured in this way?
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How to Develop Tendon StrengthGaining Tendon strength for any sport is crucial (especially Rock Climbing). The article will help you do that by explaining in great detail on how to apply the right amount of loads and what to do.
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David Beckham Out of World CupThe likelihood of David Beckham representing England in a record fourth World Cup was quashed late Sunday when Beckham pulled up short on a kick and sank to the ground in pain with a suspected Achilles tendon rupture in a regulation game with Chievo. -
Acute Achilles Tendon InjuryRunning can cause achilles injuries in some people and it is important that these are fully addressed before continuing with your training. Here are some considerations to be made... -
Patellar Tendon Rupture Surgery and RehabilitationA bi-lateral patellar tendon rupture is full tear of the tendon that holds your knee cap in place. An injury like this is a painful post surgery and rehabilitation experience. I hope this article can help you. -
Can Torn Rotator Cuff Be Remedied with Exercise Therapy Alone?Diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff? Have you been told that the only solution for torn rotator cuff is surgery?
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Achilles Tendon RuptureAn achilles tendon rupture is a terribly painful experience to have and has a long recovery usually.
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Tendonitis, Torn Tendon Non-Surgical Treatment: Platelet-Rich Plasma InjectionsIf you have a torn tendon; small tears in a tendon such as in the rotator cuff; or tendonitis that doesn't respond to rehab exercise or pain pills, you need to check out PRP: platelet-rich plasma injections.
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Rotator Cuff Tendonitis: Could This Be the Cause of Your Shoulder PainThe rotator cuff is the group of muscles, tendons and ligaments responsible for holding the shoulders ball in its socket. -
Achilles Tendonitis: Could This Be the Cause of Your Heel PainIrritation of the achilles tendon is a common cause of heel pain. -
Colts Safety Bob "The Hulk" Sanders is Sidelined with Elbow InjuryBob Sanders ("The Hulk") will be out with a "distal biceps tendon rupture" at the elbow which will require season-ending surgery. The surgery was performed by the renowned orthopaedist Dr. James Andrews earlier this week.
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Knee Tendon Injuries: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment OptionsKnow more about the causes, signs and symptoms, and treatment of knee tendon injuries.
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Levaquin Linked to Tendon Damage or RupturesA class action lawsuit & settlements may begin for Levaquin damages.
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De Quervain's Tenosynovitis-Painful Wrist ConditionDe Quervain's Tenoaynovitis is a very painful wrist condition. It is caused by inflammation. My article explains it.
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What is Trigger Finger? Symptoms and Treatment OptionsTrigger finger occurs when the forearm tendon or the protective sheath around the tendon becomes inflamed. This article list the symptoms, possible causes and treatment options.
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What to Expect from an Achilles Injury, From Someone Who Currently Has OneI short description of what to expect from an Achilles injury and what to do from someone who has one.
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Treat Tendinitis at Home with an Ultrasound Therapy MachineTendinitis is a common injury and can persist unless treatment is addressed. Therapeutic ultrasound can be an effective treatment modality for tendinitis. Home ultrasound machines are now affordable alternatives to physical therapy & doctor visits.
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Achilles' Heel and Achilles Tendon: Origins and Meanings of the Expressions"Achilles' heel" and "Achilles tendon" are well-known expressions in Modern English. But their origins lie in ancient mythology.
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What Are the Causes of Osgood-Shlatter Disease?Osgood-Schlatter disease is a disorder most commonly seen in adolescent boys. It is characterized by an acute pain in the knee.
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Overuse Injuries, Tendinitis and How to Treat Them NowEarly treatment of tendinitis can relieve pain, reduce tendon damage and cost very little.
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Marathon Training Troubles: Inflamed Tendons and BlistersHow leaving my shoes tied too tight left inflamed tendons and blisters.
