At first glance, your knee may not look like a very complicated part of the body. But, it is actually a remarkable piece of architecture. The knee is the largest joint in the body and is made up of 3 different bones, 4 ligaments, and 2 tendons. All of these work together and allow us […]
Athletes are extremely susceptible to injury. In fact, more than 10 million sports-related injuries occur each year1. These injuries can range from concussions to broken bones to a strained muscle. If you are an athlete, the likelihood of sustaining an injury is high. Athletes are especially susceptible to sprains and strains. Strains and sprains are […]
Something as simple as tripping on a rug or slipping on a wet floor can have a huge impact on your life. That’s because falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in the elderly and can result in consequences like mobility issues, head trauma, chronic pain, and the loss of your independence1. In […]
A stress fracture is a small crack in the bone that is usually caused by repetitive activities or repeated stresses placed on the bone. These fractures, also known as hairline fractures, are commonly seen in people that play high-impact sports such as basketball. However, it’s not just athletes that can get a stress fracture. Anyone that […]
