CMC Osteoarthritis: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
CMC osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease affecting the thumb's base, characterized by cartilage breakdown leading to pain, stiffness, and lo...
By Jordan
Category: Joint Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Joint Health" category.
Capsular End Feel: Examples, Clinical Significance, and Assessment
A capsular end feel is a firm, leathery resistance felt at the end range of passive joint motion, signaling the stretch of the joint capsule and ligam...
By Hart
Wrist Popping: Causes, Harmlessness, and Red Flags
A wrist pop typically refers to the audible cracking sound from wrist joints due to joint cavitation, a generally benign and normal physiological occu...
By Alex
Synovitis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Approaches
Synovitis, the inflammation of the synovial membrane, is managed and resolved through a multi-faceted approach that addresses its underlying cause, re...
By Jordan
Shoulder Range of Motion: Stretches, Drills, and Importance
Effectively stretching shoulder range of motion requires a comprehensive approach combining dynamic drills, static stretches, and advanced techniques ...
By Alex
Shoulder Ligaments: Function, Types, and Importance for Joint Stability
Ligaments in the shoulder joint primarily provide static stability, connecting bones to bones, limiting excessive range of motion, and contributing to...
By Alex
Arm Popping During Push-Ups: Causes, Concerns, and Prevention
A popping sound in your arm during push-ups is usually harmless, resulting from gas release in joint fluid or tendons moving over bone, but warrants m...
By Alex
Ankle Range of Motion: Measurement Methods, Importance, and Interpretation
Ankle range of motion is precisely measured using goniometers, inclinometers, or the functional wall dorsiflexion test, assessing key movements like d...
By Jordan
Baker's Cyst: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
A Baker's cyst, also known as a popliteal cyst, is a fluid-filled sac that causes a bulge and a feeling of tightness behind the knee, often resulting ...
By Jordan
