Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common cause of knee pain in children and is usually treated with non-operative treatment. Symptoms include pain and swelling.
If your kneecap dislocates, the dislocated patella usually will return to its normal position on its own. Other times, a treatment plan may be necessary.
Patellar tendonitis is an overuse injury to the tendon connecting your kneecap. In most cases, rest will relieve symptoms.
Patellofemoral pain syndrome can typically be treated at home with rest and ice; however, there are other nonsurgical options as well.
A stress fracture is an overuse injury and is a relatively common injury in sports; typically a stress fracture does not require surgery and is treated at home.
Tennis elbow develops gradually and worsens with activity. Most times treatment does not require surgery, but if symptoms are severe surgery may be necessary.
Symptoms of a sprained thumb include pain, swelling and bruising. Treatment for a sprained thumb depends on if the ligament is partially or completely torn.
Overhand throwing causes high stress on the elbow. With throwing athletes, like baseball pitchers, repeated stresses to the elbow can lead to serious injury.
Carpal tunnel syndrome treatment options vary based on each patient. Carpal tunnel syndrome affects your thumb’s function and your ability to do daily tasks.
A common cause of plantar fasciitis is too much pressure on the bottom of the feet. Home treatment and physical therapy are usually recommended for recovery.
Ankle sprains are extremely common injuries that utilize conservative treatment, without surgery, which usually includes rest, ice, compression and elevation.
Sports that require repetitive lifting or overhead activities, such as baseball, tennis, rowing and weightlifting are especially prone to rotator cuff tears.
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