Arthritis: Building Muscle Safely, Reducing Pain, and Improving Function
Building muscle with arthritis is possible and highly beneficial for joint health and overall function, requiring a strategic, progressive, and pain-a...
By Hart
Category: Joint Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Joint Health" category.
Pinching at the Front of the Ankle (Anterior Ankle Impingement): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Pinching at the front of the ankle, known as anterior ankle impingement, is a common condition characterized by pain and a "pinching" sensat...
By Jordan
Locked Knee: Understanding Causes, At-Home Management for Pseudo-Locks, and When to Seek Medical Care
While truly locked knees require medical intervention, a pseudo-locked knee, caused by pain, muscle spasm, or swelling, can sometimes be gently manage...
By Jordan
Osteoarthritis: Genetic Factors, Causes, and Risk Mitigation Strategies
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a complex, multifactorial condition where genetic predispositions significantly increase susceptibility, but its development is...
By Jordan
Shoulder Clicking During Lat Pulldowns: Causes, Concerns, and Corrective Strategies
Shoulder clicking during a lat pulldown is commonly caused by benign joint cavitation, but can also stem from poor form, muscle imbalances, or underly...
By Hart
Knee Braces for Arthritis: Types, Benefits, and Choosing the Right One
The best knee brace for arthritis is highly individual, depending on the specific type and location of arthritis, its severity, activity levels, and t...
By Hart
Knee Internal Rotation: Understanding, Benefits, and Exercises
Knee internal rotation, the inward movement of the tibia relative to the femur, is safely performed through controlled, non-weight-bearing exercises l...
By Alex
Baker's Cyst: Causes, Symptoms, Rupture, and Management of Calf Pain
Yes, a Baker's cyst can cause calf pain, especially if it ruptures and leaks synovial fluid into the calf, leading to inflammation and swelling that m...
By Alex
Joint Flushing: Understanding the Process, Benefits, and Exercises for Healthy Joints
Joint flushing is the process of enhancing synovial fluid circulation in a joint through gentle, rhythmic movement to improve lubrication, nutrient de...
By Alex
