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Water on the Knee (Effusion) Causes and Treatments

Water on the knee is when fluid collects around and inside the knee joint, causing pain and swelling. Also known as knee effusion or fluid on the knee, it can occur whenever there’s damage to the joint due to injury or underlying disease, such as arthritis.This article explores the common causes and treatments of water […]

Shoulder-Strengthening Exercises

If you have pain in your rotator cuff, it may help to do shoulder strengthening exercises at home.The muscles that make up your rotator cuff can be prone to inflammation and tears if you do the same overhead motions too often.1 Making sure these muscles are strong enough is aAn important way to reduce tears […]

That pain in your leg could lead to more nagging pain in the future

According to one study, iliotibial band syndrome is one of the most common injuries in runners presenting with lateral knee pain, with an incidence estimated between 5% and 14%. The first warning sign of injury usually is pain on the outside of your knee, at the hip or down the side of your leg. You […]

How long does it take to recover from a torn ACL?

Damage to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a common yet severe knee injury. Most people who experience a torn ACL recover in 3–12 months, depending on injury severity and goals for rehabilitation. The knee comprises three bones—the femur or thighbone, the tibia or shinbone, and the patella or kneecap. Tendons join muscles to these […]

Clavicle Fracture Treatment: When Is Surgery Necessary?

Clavicle fractures, or broken collarbones, are typically treated without surgery. There is some evidence, though, to suggest that clavicle fractures may heal faster and more predictably when surgical repair is done. There are reasons for either treatment approach. Most fractures of the clavicle heal well with rest and a sling, but specific features about the […]