What is a Dancer’s Heel? “Dancer’s heel,” also known as “dancer’s tendinitis,” is a condition that primarily affects individuals who engage in activities requiring repetitive or excessive use of the foot and ankle muscles, such as dancers and athletes. This condition is characterized by pain and discomfort in the back of the heel, particularly around…
Definition Chronic pain refers to persistent discomfort or pain that lasts for an extended period of time, typically beyond the expected healing period of time. It often lasts for three to six months or more and can result from various medical conditions or injuries. Unlike acute pain, which is a short-term response to injury, chronic…
Introduction: The human foot is a remarkable structure comprised of numerous bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons working in tandem to facilitate movement and support the body’s weight. Among its intricate components, the midfoot plays a vital role in maintaining stability and enabling efficient mobility. A midfoot sprain, an injury commonly encountered, affects this crucial region,…
Description A bone spur on the top of the foot, also known as a dorsal exostosis, is a bony outgrowth that can develop on the upper surface of the foot. This condition typically occurs at the joints or tendons, often in response to prolonged stress, friction, or pressure. Bone spurs are usually a result of…
Definition Elbow joint stiffness refers to a condition characterized by a reduced range of motion or limited movement in the elbow joint. Usually, the elbow joint allows for bending (flexion) and straightening (extension) of the arm, as well as some rotation of the forearm. However, in cases of stiffness, these movements become restricted, making it…
Hip pain is a general term for pain in or around the hip joint. It is not always felt in the hip itself, but it is felt in the groin or thigh. hip pain is a common joint pain and is caused by many different conditions. Hip pain is described as pain that comes from…
What is a Glenoid Labrum Tear? A glenoid labrum tear, also known as a labral tear, occurs when there is damage or a disruption in the fibrous tissue of the labrum. This injury can result from acute trauma, such as a fall or a forceful shoulder dislocation, or it may develop over time due to…
What is a Pisiform Impingement Syndrome? Pisiform impingement syndrome, also known as pisotriquetral impingement syndrome, is a condition that affects the wrist and can lead to discomfort and pain. The bone is a small, pea-shaped bone located in the wrist, on the ulnar side of the hand (pinky finger side). It articulates with the triquetral…
Definition Ulnar Impaction Syndrome, also known as ulnar abutment syndrome, is a medical condition affecting the wrist and hand. It is characterized by chronic compression and wear of the ulnar side of the wrist joint, particularly between the ulna bone (one of the two forearm bones) and the carpal bones of the wrist. This impingement…
Definition Thoracic radiculopathy also known as thoracic nerve root compression or thoracic radicular syndrome refers to a condition characterized by the compression or irritation of one or more nerve roots in the thoracic region of the spine. Radiculopathy typically occurs when nerve ro9ots become pinched or inflamed, leading to pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that…
