Monthly Archives: September 2015

Adhesive capsulitis of shoulder is one of the more common shoulder injuries. This condition is also known as Frozen Shoulder. Numerous muscles and structures surround the shoulder which helps in giving motion and stability to the area. However, there are instances when the shoulder capsule can become very tight. When [...] Read More...

Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis that basically affects the spine. AS can cause inflammation to the spinal joints, this can then lead to chronic pain and discomfort. Early diagnosis and treatment helps control pain and stiffness and may lessen or prevent critical deformation. Symptoms: Constant pain back pain [...] Read More...

The disorder of the tendon around the biceps muscle is called Biceps tendinitis. This condition causes pain in your arm and/or shoulder and can lead to more serious problems if left untreated. Studies show that biceps tendon is most often found in patients 18 to 35 years of age who [...] Read More...

A bursa functions as a shock absorber; it is a tiny fluid-filled sac that serves as a gliding surface to reduce friction between tissues of the body. Around every major joint are multiple bursa, which act as cushioning pads. Shoulder joint has several bursa, which helps to prevent friction between [...] Read More...

A calcaneal spur is also known as heel spur. This is a small bone spur located on the heel bone. When a foot bone is exposed to constant stress, calcium deposits build up on the bottom of the heel bone. This can be due to poor posture and hip misalignment. [...] Read More...

This is a problem we deal with quiet often It can happen when the shoulder joint is not aligned properly. Calcium deposits form on the tendons of your shoulder it will result to Calcific tendonitis of the shoulder. When this happens, it causes a build-up of pressure in the tendon. [...] Read More...

The fibrous tissue which surrounds the wrist is known as the carpal region. This is the tight spaces between this fibrous band and the wrist bone. The median nerve passes through the carpal tunnel to receive sensations from the thumb, index, and middle fingers of the hand. The swelling around [...] Read More...

Chest or rib cage pain can be a sharp, dull, or achy pain which is felt at the chest. It may occur after an obvious injury or without explanation. The pain can be felt immediately upon injury, or slowly develop over time. If you have unexplained chest pain lasting more [...] Read More...

A Cluster headache which is sometimes nicknamed suicide headache is a neurological disorder which is characterised by recurrent, severe headaches on one side of the head, typically around the eye. This is generally very painful and occur several times a day, they come on unexpectedly which do not last long. [...] Read More...

The abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal is called spinal stenosis. This may occur in any of the regions of the spine. Now, in people with spinal stenosis, the spine is narrowed in one or more of three parts: The space at the centre of the spine The canals where [...] Read More...