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Frozen shoulder research may hold the key to understanding fibrosis resolution
Frozen shoulder research may hold the key to understanding fibrosis resolution
Source: Medical XpressFrozen shoulder is a painful and disabling condition affecting the ligaments that form the shoulder joint capsule. Patients experience severe stiffening of their affected shoulder which can last for several years, interfering with activities of daily life.
Mapping blood vessel network of the meniscus with high precision
Mapping blood vessel network of the meniscus with high precision
Source: News Medical Life SciencesKnee operations on the meniscus cartilage are a frequent procedure on a particularly complex part of the human body. Empa researchers want to provide an improved basis for clinicians in order to reduce the risks of the operation. Using 3D models based on micro-computed tomography analyses in the laboratory, they are mapping the blood vessel network of the meniscus on a nanometer scale.
Future of Football: Why ACL injuries have been on rise in women's game - and the technology and solutions to fix it
Future of Football: Why ACL injuries have been on rise in women's game - and the technology and solutions to fix it
Source: Sky SportsIt has been the hottest topic in the women's game - but not for welcome reasons. Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are wreaking havoc within the sport, depriving top competitions, leagues and tournaments of some of the world's best players.
How to strengthen your knee
How to strengthen your knee
Source: Medical News TodayWhile it may be tempting to avoid exercise when knee pain occurs, this is not always the appropriate solution. Certain types of exercise can help alleviate existing knee pain and prevent future pain or injury by providing the knee with extra support.
Understanding the Difference Between Aerobic and Anaerobic Exercise
Understanding the Difference Between Aerobic and Anaerobic Exercise
Source: HealthCentralThe type of workout you do, and how your body gets its energy to fuel that movement, helps define these different forms of exercise.
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis: Conservative Management and Surgical Treatment
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis: Conservative Management and Surgical Treatment
Source: Verywell HealthDe Quervain's tenosynovitis (also called de Quervain's disease) is a condition that affects tendons that attach to two muscles of the thumb—extensor pollicis brevis and abductor pollicis longus.1 This condition typically develops from repetitive use of the thumb for activities such as twisting and pinching, but the cause is not always known.
Why does the outside of my foot hurt, and what can I do about it?
Why does the outside of my foot hurt, and what can I do about it?
Source: Medical News TodayPain on the outside of a person’s foot can occur before, during, or after activities such as walking. It can make standing or moving around difficult. Possible causes include joint or tendon inflammation and small fractures.
Deltoid Muscle Anatomy and Function
Deltoid Muscle Anatomy and Function
Source: Verywell HealthThe deltoid muscle is the main muscle of the shoulder. A triangle-shaped muscle, it helps move your upper arm and stabilizes the shoulder joint.
Can adults get osteochondritis dissecans? What to know
Can adults get osteochondritis dissecans? What to know
Source: Medical News TodayOsteochondritis dissecans typically affects children and teens, but it can also occur in adults. It is a condition that commonly affects the knee joint, but it can affect any joint in the body.
What causes pain in the right hip in females?
What causes pain in the right hip in females?
Source: Medical News TodayPossible causes of right hip pain include muscle injury, osteoarthritis, and pelvic floor conditions. In females, it can also occur during pregnancy. Treatment may involve pain relief, stretching, and exercise.
