The Center for Sports Medicine & Wellness
Whatever your activity level, you may participate in activities that put you at risk of developing chronic tendon pain. Even something as small as repetitive clicking of a mouse can lead to a condition like tendinosis. But if you’re suffering from tendon pain, is it possible to get treatment without traditional open surgery? At the … Read more
Ulnar nerve entrapment is a condition that affects the ulnar nerve, one of the three main nerves in your arm. Your ulnar nerve can become compressed or irritated for various reasons, but when this happens, it’s known as Ulnar Nerve Entrapment. Your ulnar nerve reaches from your neck down to your hand, which is why … Read more
The meniscus plays an important role in movement that most of us probably take for granted. Without the help of these pieces of cartilage, it’ll be difficult to have much success in any sport. Unfortunately, meniscus tears are an incredibly common injury among athletes, both professional and recreational. In the past, a torn meniscus was … Read more
Located in the back of your heel, your Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in your body. This tendon connects the heel bone to the calf muscle. Tendons are bands of fibrous tissues that connect muscles to bones and aid in the exertion of force from muscles. The Achilles tendon helps you move … Read more
There are a variety of spine conditions, and all of these spine conditions can have a variety of causes. These causes can include aging, daily wear and tear of the spine, or an injury, such as a sports injury. Fortunately, just as there are many causes and possible spine conditions that a person can develop, … Read more
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects more than 7 million adults in the US. Although this condition can affect anyone for various reasons, it is most commonly associated with military service members and veterans. This is because veterans are generally exposed to high-stress situations that civilians are not, especially during combat. Previously, veterans struggling with PTSD … Read more
The knee is the largest joint in your body. It’s also integral to movement, which is a large reason why it is so vulnerable to injury. One of the most common knee injuries, especially in athletes, is the development of a torn meniscus. This injury can make it difficult to move your knee, stopping athletes … Read more
Patellar tendonitis, more commonly known as jumper’s knee, is an unfortunately common condition affecting athletes. It’s especially common among athletes in jumping sports, but even recreational athletes can develop this sports injury. For those currently struggling, are patellar tendonitis treatment options available that don’t require surgery and significant downtime? Or better yet, can any steps … Read more
Each year, there are more than 3 million cases of carpal tunnel syndrome in the United States. However, this common condition can also be unfortunately debilitating. It’s disruptive and difficult to live with, but there is good news for those suffering from this condition: open surgery is not the only way it can be successfully … Read more
Rotator cuff injury is currently one of the most common causes of pain and disability among adults. In fact, almost 2 million US adults seek treatment for rotator cuff issues each year. Unfortunately, this injury weakens your shoulder, which can make even the most mundane activities impossible. This is an injury that can be incredibly … Read more