Overhand throwing places extremely high stresses on the elbow. In baseball pitchers and other throwing athletes, these high stresses are repeated many times and can lead to serious overuse injury.Unlike an acute injury that results from a fall or collision with another player, an overuse injury occurs gradually over time. In
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The forearm’s chronic exertional compartment syndrome is a rare “ut incre” condition that is usually underdiagnosed, possibly first described in 1983. Patients are usually involved in activities with repetitive isometric muscle loading of the wrist while gripping. It has been most reported in competitive motorcycling, known as ‘arm pump’, but
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Introduction to Stress Fractures in the Arm Stress fractures in the arm, although less common than in the lower limbs, occur primarily due to repetitive strain and overuse. Athletes, especially those involved in throwing sports like baseball, tennis, or weightlifting, are at a higher risk of developing these injuries. Identifying
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Chronic arm pain can significantly impact your quality of life, often being exacerbated by stress, anxiety, and negative emotions. Mind-body techniques have emerged as effective methods for managing pain by leveraging the connection between mental and physical health. These techniques not only help in reducing pain but also improve overall
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An arm injury self-assessment can be a critical first step in determining the severity of your injury and deciding whether home treatment or medical intervention is necessary. This article provides a comprehensive guide to assessing arm injuries, helping you identify the type and severity of the injury, and offering tips
Aging often brings changes to our bodies, and one of the most common complaints is flabby arms. Whether you’re looking to tone up or just feel stronger, it’s never too late to start working on those arms. With a combination of targeted exercises and healthy habits, you can regain muscle
Tips for Maintaining Arm Strength as You Age As we age, maintaining arm strength becomes critical for preserving independence, mobility, and overall health. Arm strength supports daily activities like carrying groceries, lifting items, and maintaining balance. Without regular exercise, muscle mass and strength decline naturally, a condition known as sarcopenia.
How to Prevent Arm Injuries in the Workplace Preventing arm injuries in the workplace is essential for both employee well-being and organizational productivity. Arm injuries, particularly repetitive strain injuries (RSIs), musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), and trauma due to accidents, can lead to significant downtime, reduced work capacity, and increased healthcare costs.
What is chronic fatigue syndrome? Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a condition that involves long-term disabling tiredness. It affects about 200,000 people in the UK, and it generally develops between the ages of 20 and 40. It is three times as common in women as in men. Chronic fatigue syndrome
What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a degenerative conditions that affects the joints, causing them to become stiff and causing pain. Any of the joints in the body can be affected, but it more commonly affects the hips, knees, and small joints in the hands. It affects women more commonly than it does men,
Here is a list of complications that may occur in arm surgery. Most of the cases do not have complications, but you need to be aware that they might occur. I would be discussing these with you in person should you require surgery at the time of our consultation. I
The Hook of Hamate fracture is typical in athletes.Hook of hamate fractures are rare, often missed, injuries generally as a result of a direct blow to the hamate bone most commonly seen in athletes.Diagnosis is confirmed with either a radiographic carpal tunnel view or CT scans. Incidence: 2-4% of carpal
