Arthritis: Exercise as Your Best 'Tablet' for Pain and Mobility
While medical management is crucial, a consistent, well-designed exercise program serves as the most potent non-pharmacological "tablet" for...
By Alex
Category: Musculoskeletal Health
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Stress and Arthritis: Understanding the Link, Impact, and Management
While stress does not directly cause most arthritis, chronic psychological stress can exacerbate existing conditions by influencing the immune system,...
By Alex
The Ulna Joint in the Wrist: Anatomy, Function, and Common Conditions
The "ulna joint" in the wrist primarily refers to the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ), a crucial articulation between the ulna and radius bon...
By Alex
Joint Immobility: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Joint immobility refers to a restricted range of motion within a joint, leading to decreased free movement and impaired function, often stemming from ...
By Alex
Synovial Joints: Stability Factors, Anatomy, and Mechanisms
Synovial joint stability is maintained by a complex interplay of articular surface shape, strong ligaments, the joint capsule's integrity, dynamic mus...
By Hart
Knock-Knee (Genu Valgum): Causes, Implications, and Management Strategies
Knock-knee, or genu valgum, is an anatomical alignment where knees angle inward, generally not considered good due to potential musculoskeletal proble...
By Hart
Movable Joints: Structure, Function, Types, and Maintenance
Movable joints, also known as synovial joints, function through an intricate interplay of articular cartilage, synovial fluid, joint capsules, and sup...
By Jordan
Hypermobility: Understanding, Measuring, and Managing Joint Laxity
Hypermobility is primarily measured through standardized clinical assessments, most notably the 9-point Beighton Score, which evaluates joint laxity a...
By Jordan
Sore Hips When Running: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
Preventing and alleviating hip soreness when running involves a multi-faceted approach focusing on identifying biomechanical imbalances, optimizing tr...
By Jordan
