Overview Every day, hospitals receive hundreds of cases related to sports injuries. Some of these injuries are mild, while others require immediate medical/surgical care. Becoming familiar with these injuries will help you prevent them in the future, especially if...
Overview Sprained ankles are a common injury that occurs when the ankle rolls in or out suddenly. As a result, the ankle joint moves out of place, leading to pain, swelling, and immobility. An inward ankle roll is also...
Overview As a young athlete, you are required to remain in shape and boost the physical parameters that really matter. This means you need to have high endurance, elevated VO2 max, and potent muscle tonicity. The best way to...
Overview The rotator cuff refers to a group of four muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint. These structures aid in moving the joint and maintaining its stability during motion. In other words, every time you move your...
Overview The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is part of the knee. It is susceptible to various injuries that cause severe pain and reduced range of motion. An ACL injury occurs when the ligament gets stretched beyond its capacity, which...
Heel Pain – overview Heel discomfort is a common complaint seen in hospitals and private clinics. According to one report, the prevalence of plantar heel pain in the population is around 9.8%. As for debilitating plantar heel issues, the...
Overview CT Syndrome describes the compression of the median nerve by the tissues of the hand. The median nerve passes through the palm of your hand through a tiny opening called the carpal tunnel. This nerve is responsible for...
Overview Aging is a physiological process that affects all people at a certain age. It displays physical signs of unnatural skin growth, which can be psychologically detrimental for the person. Unfortunately, age-related skin deterioration often occurs in visible areas...
Overview – Information purposes only Over the past few years, the Atkins diet gained considerable traction. The diet mainly focuses on reducing your carbohydrate (i.e., sugar). Researchers pinpointed several health benefits to following the Atkins diet, including weight loss,...
An Overview: Orthopedics
Overview Orthopedics is the science of studying everything related to bones and fractures. The primary goal of this field of medicine is to treat patients with traumatic injuries to their bones, which may require braces, splints, or complex surgical procedures. To become an orthopedic surgeon, students must complete 4 years of medical school, followed by […]