Whiplash is an injury that takes place when sudden force or movement of the neck and spine, damaging bone, muscle, ligaments, and nerves. It is most common in motor vehicle crashes, but may also take place for other reasons. It is generally treatable and short-lived. Although, some individuals experience chronic effects like Neck pain for…
What is Tietze syndrome? Tietze syndrome vs costochondritis Whom does Tietze syndrome affect? You might be more likely to irritate your costochondral joint and develop Tietze syndrome if you have certain conditions, including: How common is Tietze syndrome? How does Tietze syndrome affect my body? What are the symptoms of Tietze syndrome? Symptoms of Tietze…
What is Polymyalgia rheumatica? Polymyalgia rheumatica is an inflammatory condition that causes muscle pain & stiffness, especially in the shoulders & hips. Signs & symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica usually start quickly & are worse in the morning. Polymyalgia rheumatica is widespread aching & stiffness. Symptoms tend to come quickly, over a few days or weeks,…
Xiphoidalgia syndrome is a disorder in which there is pain and tenderness in the xiphoid process, which is situated on the sternum. The pain, and tenderness may increase with chest movement, lifting heavy objects, and bending. Xiphoidalgia syndrome may also cause abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Signs and symptoms of Xiphoidalgia Syndrome Signs and symptoms…
What is Pseudogout? The ‘pseudogout syndrome’ was first explained by Kohn & colleagues in 1962 & accurately depicts acute attacks of synovitis induced by calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate (CPPD) crystals. Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate is a type of arthritis that is painful & starts suddenly in one or more of the joints. Episodes can present for days…
Nail patella syndrome is a rare genetic condition that may cause problems with the nails, bones, and kidneys. Symptoms of nail-patella syndrome Almost every people with nail-patella syndrome has abnormal nails, and so many people also have problems with their kneecaps (patellae), elbows, and pelvis. Some of the problems will be obvious from birth, but…
What is a swimmer’s shoulder? Swimmer’s shoulder is sometimes named shoulder impingement, subacromial impingement, or painful arc syndrome. It is a condition where swimmers often exacerbate their shoulders in which structures in the shoulder rub and pinch against one another while they swim due to the constant joint rotation. One of the most complicated joints…
What is supraspinatus tendonitis? Supraspinatus tendonitis is a common problem present in the shoulder, also known as “Shoulder Impingement Syndrome” or “Painful Arc Syndrome”. The supraspinatus muscle is a soft tissue structure present in the shoulder that is part of the rotator cuff muscles; this also includes the subscapularis, teres minor, and infraspinatus muscles. It…
What is arthritis of the knee? Knee arthritis is inflammation & deterioration of knee joint cartilage. Cartilage is the slippery coating at the ends of bones that serves as a cushion & allows the knee to smoothly bend and straighten. Knee cartilage coats the end of the thighbone (femur), the top of the shinbone (tibia),…
When you’re doing squats during your exercise program or you’re bending down to reach something on a bottom shelf, you may feel pain during mid-activity because squatting makes you feel knee pain. There are many cause why squatting may have Knee pain, from a minor injury to age-related wear and tear of a chronic condition….
