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What is an ACL Tear? (Anterior Cruciate Ligament)
What is an ACL Tear? (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) One of the most common knee injuries is an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sprain or tear. About half of all injuries to the ACL occur alongside damage to other structures in
How to Control Your Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is a condition where there is leakage of urine at inappropriate times, due to loss of control of the bladder. The bones of the pelvis include the hip bones, the pubic bone (at the front of the hips)
From Knee Replacement to the Big Apple
From Knee Replacement to the Big Apple A former pro golfer and current ace golf instructor at Glen Abbey Golf Club, Wayne Enders wasn’t going to let rotator cuff surgery and a knee replacement stop him from what
What is an Ankle Sprain?
What is an Ankle Sprain? An ankle sprain refers to the torn ligaments of the ankle. The most common ankle sprain occurs on the lateral, or outside, part of the ankle. This is an extremely common injury which can
How to Manage Shoulder Impingement and Other Rotator Cuff-Related Issues
How to Manage Shoulder Impingement and Other Rotator Cuff-Related Issues The rotator cuff is the group of tendons and muscles in the shoulder which hold the shoulder joint in place and allow you to move your arm and
You May Be Recovering From Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder) and Not Know It
You May Be Recovering From Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder) and Not Know It Adhesive Capsulitis, also called frozen shoulder, is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder. With frozen shoulder, the area around the shoulder
DeQuervain’s Tendonitis
DeQuervain’s Tendonitis De Quervain's tendonitis occurs around the base of the thumb when the tendons become constricted or irritated. The swelling of the tendons along the thumb and the side of the wrist can often times cause pain and
Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Exercise
Pelvic Floor Muscle Training and Exercise Just like the other muscles in your body, your pelvic floor requires regular exercise to build up its strength. Use the following exercises at home or as part of your daily workout routine to
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is a condition caused by the pressure or stretching of the ulnar nerve, which is often referred to as the “funny bone”. This pressure and stretching can cause tingling or numbness in the smaller
Pregnancy Related Pelvic and Low Back Pain
Pregnancy Related Pelvic and Low Back Pain Lower back and pelvic pain during pregnancy is a common complaint and can be experienced during any of the trimesters. Between 50 and 70 percent of all pregnant women report having back pain,
Hand Therapy Infographic
Hand Therapy Infographic Hand and Occupational Therapy can not only treat injuries, but prevent them all together. Discover more in this helpful infographic:
Is Juvenile Arthritis a Real Threat?
Is Juvenile Arthritis a Real Threat? When someone says the word “arthritis,” what pops into your mind? Do you ever consider children and arthritis? It’s estimated about 294,000 American children under the age of 18 have arthritis or other rheumatic