What is plantar fasciitis? The plantar fascia, also known as the plantar aponeurosis, is the tissue that stretches across the bottom of the foot and connects the heel bone to the toes. Plantar fasciitis occurs because of inflammation of the plantar fascia, causing the base of the heel to become painful. People who are at
Read MoreWhat is a mallet finger? Mallet finger is a finger deformity that occurs when the extensor tendon (the tendon that allows the finger to straighten) at the fingertip is stretched/ torn. As a result, the injured finger cannot be straightened and will bend inwards towards the palm (droop). Pain, swelling, and bruising of the finger
Read MoreWhat causes finger joint swelling and pain? Finger joint swelling can be due to traumatic (injury) or atraumatic (not from injury) causes. Traumatic A. Finger strains/ sprains Finger strains or sprains can lead to finger joint pain and swelling. A sprain occurs when a ligament in your finger becomes stretched or torn A strain occurs
Read MoreFrozen shoulder is a condition that affects your shoulder joint. It usually involves pain and stiffness that develops gradually, gets worse, and then finally goes away. This can take anywhere from a year to 3 years. The cause of frozen shoulder is not fully understood. However, there are groups who have a higher risk of
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