Shoulder Internal Rotation: The Role of the PIGHL, Anatomy, and Clinical Implications
The posterior band of the inferior glenohumeral ligament (PIGHL) is the primary ligament that limits shoulder internal rotation by becoming taut as th...
By Hart
Category: Joint Health
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Gout in the Elbow: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Gout in the elbow is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by the deposition of uric acid crystals within or around the elbow joint, leading to sudd...
By Alex
Wrist Clicking: Understanding Causes, Concerns, and Strategies to Minimize It
Wrist clicking is often benign but can be minimized through ergonomic adjustments, targeted strengthening, improved mobility, and proper movement mech...
By Alex
CMC Wrist: Anatomy, Conditions, Symptoms, and Treatments
CMC wrist refers to the carpometacarpal (CMC) joints, primarily highlighting the highly mobile first CMC joint of the thumb, which is crucial for hand...
By Jordan
Knee Cracking: Causes, Concerns, and Maintaining Joint Health
Knee cracking is often a harmless result of gas bubbles releasing within joint fluid, but it warrants medical evaluation if accompanied by pain, swell...
By Jordan
Finger Cracking: Understanding the Sounds, Causes, and When to Be Concerned
The frequent cracking sound your finger makes when you bend it is most likely a normal occurrence related to the release and collapse of gas bubbles w...
By Alex
Cycling and Joint Health: Benefits, Risks, and Prevention Strategies
Cycling is largely beneficial for joint health due to its low-impact nature, with most joint issues arising from factors like improper bike fit, poor ...
By Hart
Copper Compression Knee Brace: Proper Application, Fit, and Maintenance
To properly apply a copper compression knee brace, ensure your skin is clean and dry, identify the brace's orientation, and gradually pull it up over ...
By Hart
Elbow Joint: Understanding End Feel for Flexion, Extension, Pronation, and Supination
The end feel of the elbow joint varies by movement: extension is bony (hard), flexion is soft tissue approximation (soft), and pronation/supination ar...
By Hart
