Bursae are located throughout the body around joints, as they provide extra cushioning around the muscles, tendons and bones. A bursa is a relatively small sac that is filled with fluid. In the hand, there are three bursae which are relatively long as compared to bursae at other joints. They are located at the base […]
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How A Sports Medicine Doctor Treats Pitcher’s Elbow
You use your elbows daily when playing sports, doing hobbies and working. That’s why elbow injuries, like medial epicondyle- also known as pitcher’s elbow, can be so frustrating. Fortunately, a sports medicine doctor can help you with your condition. So, how do they treat pitcher’s elbow? Let’s find out. Non-Surgical Treatments Sports medicine doctors start […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment: What is Endoscopic Surgery
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can cause pain, numbness, tingling and disability in the hand. It can prevent you from performing tasks at work, playing sports and resting well. There are several ways to treat this condition, but your doctor may recommend endoscopic surgery if your symptoms are severe. This procedure is a minimally invasive treatment […]
Is Shoulder Surgery High Risk?
Shoulder surgery is an essential medical procedure for patients whose shoulder conditions refuse to resolve after trying conservative treatments. Surgeons perform surgery to remove damaged tissue and repair any defects, allowing the shoulder to heal and restoring mobility to the joint. A typical upper extremity surgery is shoulder replacement, where an artificial ball-and-socket joint replaces […]
Expected Duties of a Sports Medicine Doctor
An athlete’s career is not a straight path. It requires dedication, because it involves hours of training, nutritional discipline and more. Unfortunately, no training will ever be enough to make an athlete 100% immune to injury. An athlete needs to be in tip-top condition to perform well and reduce risk of sports-related injuries. They say […]