This condition involves repeated dislocation the humeral head out of its normal location in the glenoid and either slips back or must be put back in its native position to match the socket. It is initially treated by physical therapy but patients with recurrent dislocations and younger active patients

A labral tear results when there is injury to the cartilaginous ring that surrounds the glenoid. This cartilage acts as a bumper to stabilize the humeral head in the center of the glenoid and prevent subluxation or dislocation. It can be torn with traumatic dislocations or with overuse injuries such

The labrum, an O-ring type structure made of fibrocartilage that lines the rim of the hip socket (acetabulum) can tear from wear and tear over the years, trauma, or bone spurs. Most patients complain of groin pain with walking or twisting, or catching sensations. The usual work-up consists of a history,

This condition is basically an overuse injury of the elbow and is commonly called tennis elbow. The tendons on the outside of the elbow attached to the forearm muscles become inflamed and there may be tearing or scarring. This causes pain on the outside of the elbow. Disclaimer: The information

A knee sprain refers to a ligamentous injury of the knee. Most of the time, this injury is sports related resulting from a twist or a direct blow. The end result of the trauma is either a stretched ligaments(s), a partially or completely torn ligament(s). Pain, swelling, and a sense of instability while

This condition is an overuse injury of the elbow is commonly called golfers elbow. The tendons on the inside of the elbow become inflamed and there may be tearing or scarring. The patient typically experiences pain on the inside of the elbow. Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided

Meniscus is a C-shaped pad in the knee that provides cushion in the knee and helps guide the bones of the knee as it bends and straightens..The meniscus can become torn through sporting activities or can be associated with the degenerative aging process. The presence of a meniscus tear does not mandate

Hip arthritis is wear and tear of the hip joint. Most patients with hip arthritis can achieve some measure of pain relief from nonsurgical options like lifestyle modification, exercise and physical therapy, and use of supportive devices. For some, conservative management is not satisfactory. These individuals

Olecranon bursitis is inflammation of the space between the skin over your elbow and the bone at the back of the elbow. It is commonly caused by trauma or infection. It causes pain and swelling at the back of the elbow. Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided for educational and

Osgood Schlatter disease is an overuse injury that causes knee pain primarily in adolescents. There appears to be a predominance of males who are affected. There usually is inflammation in the area where your Patellar tendon attaches to your shinbone.Sometimes a piece of bone may be seen in the area

Osteoarthritis of the knee is a common condition related to wear and tear of the knee joint. Most patients with knee arthritis can achieve some measure of pain relief from nonsurgical options like lifestyle modification, exercise and physical therapy, injections, braces and use of supportive devices.

Patellar Tendinitis is inflammation of the tendon that connects your kneecap to your shinbone. It is sometimes known as jumper's knee because people who are involved with sports that involve jumping (i.e., volleyball or basketball) are more likely to develop this condition. Pain and swelling inferior

Shoulder bursitis is inflammation of the sac in the space between the rotator cuff and the overlying bone (acromion). Typically, there is pain often accompanied by loss of motion and some local tenderness on palpation of the area. Most cases of shoulder bursitis can be treated effectively without surgical

This is a condition that affects the tendons in your hand manifested by catching and locking of the finger or thumb when bent and straightened. Depending on the severity of the condition options for treatment include anti-inflammatory medicine, splinting, cortisone injections and sometimes surgery.

Trochanteric bursitis refers to the inflammation of a sac of fluid on the outside of your hip. Most patients feel discomfort on the outside of the hip, have difficulty lying on the affected side, and have trouble getting up from a chair to a standing position. In the vast majority of cases, nonsurgical