Inflammation can occur for a variety of reasons and is the body’s way of dealing with an injury. The injury can be obvious, but it can also be small, such as a tear or micro-injury, and can be caused by overexertion, trauma or other overuse.
Knee problems are a common condition. It is common for athletes and physically active individuals to suffer from knee strain. If you suffer from knee overuse, you may experience symptoms such as pain, swelling and reduced mobility.
The hip flexor or m. (musculus) Iliopsoas, is a large and powerful muscle located at the front of the hip. The hip flexor is made up of two, sometimes three other muscles, the psoas major, the iliacus and sometimes the psoas minor. Not all people are born with a psoas minor. The main function of the hip flexor is to bend the hip forward and rotate it outwards. The muscle also allows us to bend our body sideways.
Trochanteritis is characterized by pain and tenderness around the outside of the hip. It is one of the most common pain conditions that the hip can suffer from. The pain around the hip can be aggravated by activities such as walking, running and getting up from a chair…
If you have ever suffered from a swollen knee, you know how much it can affect you. It can cause a great deal of discomfort and prevent you from doing everyday things. Understanding the causes, symptoms and treatment options for this common condition is crucial to taking the best care of your body.
Ankle swelling can be uncomfortable and make activities such as walking and running difficult. Most often, it is caused by overexertion of a structure in that area. However, direct trauma and disease can also cause ankle swelling.
The hip flexor is made up of two, sometimes three other muscles, the psoas major, the iliacus and sometimes the psoas minor. Not all people are born with a psoas minor. The main function of the hip flexor is to bend the hip forward and rotate it outwards. The muscle also allows us to bend our body sideways…
Stress fractures of the foot, also known as marching fractures, occur due to repeated overloading. Marching fractures usually affect the metatarsal bones of the foot and if they have occurred in the past, there is a tendency for them to recur.
Patellofemoral pain syndrome/PFSS is a syndrome that affects the joint between the femur and the patella. PFSS is common among active, athletic people, young people and adults.
Pain under the foot is a problem that many people experience. Mobility can be significantly limited and pain can increase as the foot is put under more strain…
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