Tendinitis occurs when the tendon (a thick cord that attaches muscle to bone) become inflamed. This condition can cause pain, tenderness and difficulty moving the affected join. Most often, tendinitis affects the shoulder, elbow, wrist or heel. Tendinitis is most commonly caused as a result of an injury, repetitive movement, aging, or certain diseases like …
It doesn’t matter how you do it — whether getting belted by a wave while surfing at The Ranch or playing a Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl with your family — a herniated disc can be incredibly painful. Dr. Scheinberg deals with treatment of herniated discs regularly, both in the sports medicine area of his practice as …
Your spine is made up of a series of bones that are stacked between rubbery cushions (discs). These discs have a soft center with a tough exterior. When a disc becomes herniated, it’s because some of the soft center has pushed out through a crack in the tough outer layer. The most common areas for …
Healthy bones and joints are always important, but as you age, this becomes even more crucial in order to protect against serious bone conditions like osteoporosis and arthritis. Making changes to your lifestyle now can lay the groundwork for healthier joints more years to come. Protect Yourself Injuries can happen when you’re active, whether you’re …
A hamstring tear includes a sudden sharp pain in the lower back of your thigh or just below your buttocks where the hamstring starts. And as cringe-worthy as it is to imagine, it’s usually accompanied by a popping sound. This type of injury is prevalent in athletes who play football or basketball, as well as …
When pain in your knee makes it difficult to walk, take the stairs and work, it can greatly impact your quality of life. And if non-surgical treatments have been unsuccessful, your doctor may recommend total knee replacement (TKR) surgery. If you’re considering TKR, you probably have questions. What is total knee replacement?TKR (or arthroplasty) is …
Your knees take on stress every day. In fact, this highly vulnerable and complex joint is highly susceptible to injury. Whether you’re a trained athlete or an occasional outdoor enthusiast, there are things you should know about protecting your knees from undue stress and strain to protect against knee injuries. If you find yourself doing any …
If you use your hand in a repetitive fashion on an almost daily basis, such as typing on a keyboard or when performing manual labor, it can cause inflammation that affects tissue and a nerve that runs from your forearm to your fingers through your wrist bones. This condition is called carpal tunnel syndrome, and …
Your bones are the framework of your body. That’s why it’s crucial to make sure they stay healthy and strong. As you age, you will begin to experience a gradual loss of bone mass, but take heart. There are things you can do to up your bone mass: Increase Your Calcium Intake It’s nothing new …
