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There are about 12 million motor vehicle accidents in the U.S every year. Out of this number, approximately 5.2 million people require medical care for injuries. Common injuries after a…

Osteoarthritis is inflammation of the joints that comes from years of wear and tear. Most people experience OA in their hands, wrists, elbows, or the knees.  For example, life long…

TMJ pain or Temporomandibular joint pain is a common type of joint pain that can be caused by arthritis, stress, teeth grinding, trauma (accident),muscle spasms of the muscles in or…

Each knee has two menisci, one on the inner portion of the knee and one on the outside of the knee. Menisci serve as shock absorbers and space fillers in…

Iliotibial band friction syndrome or ITBS, is a common overuse injury of the iliotibial band. This long tendon attaches from the hip area and stretches all the way to the…

 A muscle strain sprain injury is a common injury that can be caused by overstretching or tearing of a tissue. Strains are defined as injury to a tendon or a…

A muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction to a muscle or a group of muscles that is often very painful and can hinder your ability to perform daily activities. Causes…

Shin splints is a painful condition normally affecting persons beginning a new running program or a sudden increase in mileage. Also, running on hard surfaces, uneven surfaces, or running in…

Cervicogenic headaches (CH) are a common type of headache that results from issues in the neck muscles and surrounding tissues. This type of headache causes pain in the neck area…

Whiplash is a common condition mostly associated after a rear end car collision.  When rear ended, your head is quickly extended backwards before your head hits the head rest forcing…