What is The Rotator Cuff? The rotator cuff, or the “rotor cuff” as many patients call it, is an area of the body that gets injured commonly, but what actually is the rotator cuff? The rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscles that wrap around the shoulder. These...
What is Knee Arthritis? Knee osteoarthritis, more commonly known simply as knee arthritis occurs as a result of cartilage loss in the joint. These changes occur due to general wear and tear of the joint, and therefore, knee arthritis generally progresses as we age....
What is the ACL? The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, is a key part of your knee joint. It connects your thigh bone to your shin bone and helps prevent your shin from moving too far forward or inward. Injuries to the ACL can cause the shin bone to push unnaturally...
Sports injuries: How Do They happen? Engaging in sports is fantastic for your physical, mental, and social well-being. But let’s face it, injuries happen. Whether it’s from overuse, collisions, or just pushing too hard, injuries like ankle sprains and...
What is an Ankle Sprain? An ankle sprain occurs when you roll or twist your ankle. The ankle rolls outwards leading to stretching of the ligaments on the outside of your ankle. This commonly happens when playing sports that involve quick changes of direction such as...