Category: Conditions

Tenosynovitis

Introduction Tenosynovitis is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the fluid filled sheath that surrounds a tendon, the fibrous cords of tough tissue that connect muscles to bones. Known as synovium, this...

Elbow Injuries in Sports

Elbow Injuries in Sports Introduction Injuries are an integral part of all sports activity. Overuse and improper use of the joints are the main causes of injuries in sportsmen. Sports injuries are basically of...

Osteoarthritis in the Foot

Osteoarthritis in the Foot Introduction Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and is also known as the degenerative joint disease or wear and tear arthritis. In the condition of osteoarthritis, the...

Gout

Introduction Gout is a form of arthritis and a systemic disease caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in joints. Incidence and Prevalence Nearly one million people in the United Sates suffer from...

Costochondritis

Introduction Costochondritis is a syndrome of the chest wall pain and occurs when there is an inflammation at the junction of the rib bone and breastbone (sternum). Costochondritis is widely accepted as the most...

Intermittent Claudication

Introduction Intermittent claudication is a medical condition characterized by poor circulation and blockage of blood in the leg arteries, producing aching, cramping or burning pain the legs. The pain is typically brought on by...