Are you suffering from knee pain that just won’t go away? If so, you may be experiencing a condition called distal quad tendinopathy. This condition is caused by overuse of the quadriceps muscles which can result in pain, tenderness, and weakness in the knee area. If you’re experiencing this type
Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) is a condition where there is friction within the hip joint that results in pain, stiffness, and other discomforts. It is diagnosed when there is abnormal contact between the ball (femoral head) and the socket (acetabulum) of the hip joint, causing tissue damage and inflammation. While FAI
In a prior blog (Winter Falls Prevention – Part 1), I discussed four tips that can be used to help with Fall Prevention. In this piece I aim to share a few more tips to help. #1 – Work on your balance and #2 – Work on your strength Being
Disordered eating is a condition characterized by atypical eating behaviors and attitudes that can impact one’s physical and emotional health. It is often associated with various eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. Disordered eating is a complicated issue that affects millions of people worldwide, and it’s something
An elbow UCL (ulnar collateral ligament) sprain is a common injury that can cause immense discomfort and pain. It occurs when the ligament that connects the upper arm bone to the lower arm bone becomes stretched or torn. This type of sprain often affects athletes who use repetitive movements that
With winter around the corner and us having gotten a recent blast of freezing rain a concern that many people, especially older ones, have is that of slipping on snow or ice and falling. In this piece I share several tips to help with falls prevention. #1 – Keep your
Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a painful condition that affects the hip joint. It occurs when the ball-shaped head of the femur does not fit perfectly into the cup-like socket of the acetabulum, resulting in friction during movement. If left untreated, FAI can cause severe discomfort and lead to other hip
Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is a complex condition that can cause a wide range of physical and neurological symptoms including constant pain associated with FND. For many people with FND pain is a constant companion interfering with their daily activities and affecting their overall quality of life. But does it
Frozen shoulder or adhesive capsulitis is a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint. The condition develops when the capsule that surrounds the shoulder joint thickens and tightens, restricting shoulder movement. Frozen shoulder typically affects people above the age of 45 years and is more common
Elbow injuries can inflict a great deal of pain and discomfort, and one of the more commonly injured areas is the UCL or ulnar collateral ligament. The UCL is a stabilizing ligament in the elbow that connects the ulna and humerus bones, and a tear or sprain in this area