The hamstring is composed by three muscles located on the back of the thigh called: Semistendinosus, Biceps femoris ad Semibranosus. They attach from the back of the pelvis at …
Avascular necrosis (AVN) of the hip is a debilitating condition that usually affects people in their thirties and forties. The incidence of avascular necrosis of the hippp has been …
Shoulder acromioclavicular (AC) joint osteoarthritis What is the AC joint? The acromioclavicular joint, the AC joint, is located at the top of the shoulder where the collarbone and …
“May”, “Could”, “Suspect”, “Potentially”. With so much uncertainty in the world, it is not surprising that we often become lost in headlines featuring these common words. And quite frankly, …
What is knee replacement surgery?Knee replacement surgery also known as knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that replaces the weight-bearing surfaces of the knee joint which can become easily …
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the most commonly injured ligament of the knee. Isolated ACL injuries account for nearly half of all knee injuries. An estimated one out …
The Ankle Joint The ankle joint is made up of three bones, the tibia, the fibula, and the talus. These bony elements are supported by multiple ligaments that …
Let’s start in the beginning, when you are first looking to purchase some running shoes or walking shoes. Most of the time, runners purchase a shoe a half size …
The shoulder joint: The anatomic configuration of the shoulder joint known as the glenohumeral joint is often compared to a golf ball on a tee. It is the most …
Structure of the Hip The femoroacetabular joint, the hip joint, is a ball and socket joint that joins the femur to the pelvis. The ball corresponds to the …