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The most common kind of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which occurs when the cartilage between the joints starts to break down; this causes pain, stiffness, swelling, limited range of motion, and clicking or cracking when the joint is engaged. Without treatment, these symptoms can worsen over time. Depending on the type of arthritis you have, you…
There are many similarities between a sports medicine doctor and an orthopedic doctor. They both specialize in the treatment of the musculoskeletal system and have specialized training in the treatment of orthopedic related injury and illness. Both types of doctors are involved in assessing injuries and determining the appropriate treatment for patients. However, sports medicine…
The knee is one of the few joints in the body that allows for a wide range of motion. To perform these movements, the knees utilize a complex system of bones, tendons, muscles, ligaments, and cartilage. And because force and impact are placed on the knee every time we take a step, this system is…
The field of orthopedic medicine deals with musculoskeletal issues and injuries. One of the fastest-growing subspecialties among orthopedists is sports medicine, which specifically handles injuries that tend to happen to athletes. Sports medicine doctors are orthopedic surgeons who specialize further by obtaining a fellowship in sports medicine. They are experts in the way the body…
Almost every sport requires running or putting pressure on the knees, but too much impact on the knee can cause a partial or full tear of a supportive ligament in the joint. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the most vulnerable knee ligament due to its position out in front – it crosses over the…
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