Injury Guides

As we age, we may feel pain and discomfort during even simple tasks, such as walking and climbing stairs. Trying to determine the culprit behind your lower leg pain can be frustrating. In this guide, you will learn about its causes, symptoms, and diagnostic procedures so you can start focusing on treatment and recovery.

Sometimes, knee clicking alerts us to issues in the joint. However, clicking in the knee is not usually something to worry about. If your knee keeps clicking, and if it is accompanied by other symptoms such as pain or swelling, then it may be time to speak to your doctor. Read on to learn what causes clicking in the knee and when it may indicate a serious problem.

As the most mobile joint in your body, the shoulder is constantly moving forward, backward, up, and down. It’s no surprise that shoulder instability is a growing concern for adults of all ages. Since even a minor injury can result in long-term risk or further harm, the first step to preventing dislocation and shoulder instability is gaining a comprehensive understanding of the injury.

Achilles bursitis can be caused by badly-fitting shoes or excessive walking, meaning the condition can happen to anyone. That is why staying informed should be a top priority for anyone who values their freedom of mobility. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about Achilles bursitis’s causes, symptoms, and treatment.

Millions of Americans suffer from chronic knee injuries. Although rare, a dislocated knee is a serious injury that can have a long-term effects and keep you from the activities you enjoy.

Your ankles are the foundation of your body, and chronic ankle instability can interfere with your life. Address ankle instability by strengthening the supporting muscles and ligaments and by finding a good ankle brace. Keep reading to learn about the causes and symptoms of ankle instability, plus easy treatments to keep you on your feet.

Bursitis shoulder can seriously impede your ability to use your arm and shoulder. While it can affect anyone, bursitis of the shoulder is particularly prevalent in older people and athletes. In this article, we will walk you through the key causes and symptoms of bursitis shoulder, along with effective treatments to help you get rid of bursitis shoulder pain, tenderness, and swelling.

Nearly half of people aged over 60 have ankle arthritis but don’t notice any symptoms. Arthritis in feet and ankles, when not treated early, can prevent you from leading a healthy and active lifestyle. It may even lead to other serious illnesses. The impact of ankle arthritis on your life can be more serious than you might think. In this guide, we provide the knowledge you need to manage your ankle arthritis: causes, symptoms, and effective treatments.

Knee injuries come in all shapes and sizes, from passing aches to long-lasting sprains that can keep you out of commission for months. The first step in any treatment process is learning the difference. While an LCL tear may be less common than closely-related knee sprains, the similarities only make a positive diagnosis that much more crucial. 

While PCL tears aren’t all that common—comprising less than 20% of knee ligament injuries—they are painful and can lead to osteoarthritis in the knee if not addressed. It’s important to be aware of the symptoms of a PCL tear so you can take immediate action for a full recovery. Keep reading to find out the most common PCL tear symptoms and signs and discover the best PCL tear treatment options available.

Heel pain can be the result of a short-term injury or a more serious problem, but in the early stages it can be difficult to tell the difference. Keep reading to learn how to distinguish between the sources of heel pain to make a confident treatment choice.

What gives shoulder separations their reputation isn’t the pain, recovery time, or treatment options, but the fact that they are so commonly misunderstood. With older adults, doctors frequently misdiagnose these injuries as arthritis or chronic pain, leaving the proper treatment out of reach. Find out how to maintain strong shoulders with helpful treatment paths, exercises, and dieting tips.