Hammer Toes: What You Need to Know
What Is Turf Toe?
High Ankle Sprain (Syndesmotic Ankle Sprain) Explained
What Is an AC Joint Injury?
Swimmer’s shoulder is a common overuse condition caused by repetitive overhead arm movements—most often from swimming, but also from activities like throwing, CrossFit, volleyball, or paddle sports. It usually refers to irritation, impingement, or strain of the rotator cuff and surrounding shoulder structures.
Patella alta means the kneecap (patella) sits higher than normal relative to the thigh bone (femur). Because the kneecap functions like a pulley for the quadriceps muscle, this elevated position can disrupt smooth knee motion, increase tendon stress, and contribute to pain, instability, or irritation—especially with stairs, squatting, running, or jumping.
Cubital tunnel syndrome occurs when the ulnar nerve—the nerve that runs behind the inside of your elbow (the “funny bone”)—becomes irritated or compressed. This nerve supplies sensation to the ring and pinky fingers and helps control many of the small muscles of the hand. When it’s stressed, symptoms can travel from the elbow into the forearm, hand, and fingers.
Little Leaguer’s Elbow is an overuse injury that affects the inside (medial side) of the elbow in growing athletes—most commonly baseball pitchers, but also catchers, quarterbacks, gymnasts, and tennis players.
If you’ve ever felt a dull, aching, or sharp pain along the inside of your shin bone, especially during or after running, jumping, or high-impact workouts — you’re likely dealing with shin splints, clinically known as medial tibial stress syndrome.
Javelin thrower’s elbow is an overuse injury caused by repeated high-force throwing. During a javelin throw, the elbow experiences strong outward (valgus) stress, especially during the late cocking and acceleration phases.
Backpacker’s palsy is a temporary nerve irritation that happens when heavy backpack straps press on the nerves near your neck and shoulders for long periods of time.
Living with ongoing back pain can significantly diminish your quality of life, especially if that pain is due to a complicated condition like spondylolisthesis. If you have been diagnosed or believe this is your issue, you are likely asking the question, "What is spondylolisthesis, and how can chiropractic care help?" In this blog, let us define spondylolisthesis and discuss chiropractic treatment options that could help you find relief and improve your range of motion and mobility.
Back surgery is often seen as a last resort for people living with chronic spine pain. But what happens when the surgery doesn't work—or worse, when the pain gets even worse afterward? This is the reality for many patients with Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS).
Elbow pain can significantly impact your daily life, making simple tasks a challenge. Whether it's tennis elbow or golfer's Elbow, understanding the differences and seeking effective treatment is crucial. Chiropractic care offers a natural, holistic approach to alleviate elbow pain by addressing the root causes.
The Difference between Bunions and Bunionettes of the Foot
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that causes pain, tingling, and numbness in the hands and fingers. It happens when the median nerve, which runs from the neck down to the hand, gets compressed as it passes through the wrist. If left untreated, CTS can make everyday tasks—like typing, gripping objects, or even buttoning a shirt—more difficult.
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is a common condition that affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. The TMJ acts as a sliding hinge, connecting the jawbone to the skull and allowing for essential movements like chewing, speaking, and yawning. This joint is unique because it combines both hinge and sliding motions, making it more complex and susceptible to dysfunction. When the TMJ misaligns anterior and inferior, it can cause pain, discomfort, and restricted movement, which affects the structure of the face, impacts eating and communication, and may restrict the airway and proper breathing.
A Baker's cyst (also known as a popliteal cyst) is a fluid-filled swelling that forms behind the knee. It is usually caused by an underlying problem within the knee joint, such as arthritis or a cartilage tear, that leads to excess production of joint (synovial) fluid. This fluid can accumulate and bulge into the back of the knee, forming the cyst.
One common cause of knee discomfort is patellar tracking disorder (PTD), a condition where the kneecap (patella) moves out of its normal alignment when bending or straightening the knee. It may lead to other knee disorders like patella alta when the patella becomes locked out of its normal position due to the protective quadriceps muscle spasm.