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Basics of Hamstring Muscle Strains

Hamstring Muscle Strain Hamstring muscle strains are both painful and common. This injury affects many athletes, including skaters, runners, as well as soccer, football, and basketball players. The hamstring is a group of four muscles that run along the posterior (back) region of the thigh. These muscles allow you to bend the leg at the
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An Overview of Shin Splints and Treatment

Shin splint is a term used to the pain along the inner edge of the tibia (shin bone). The pain associated with shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome) often develops after physical activity, such as running. The pain is often worse when the athlete is just starting the fitness activity. What are the symptoms of
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The Basics of Quadriceps Tendon Tears and Treatment

The quadriceps tendon is a large fibrous structure just above the kneecap. This tendon is part of the complex extensor mechanism of the knee that includes the patella (kneecap), the patellar tendon, the quadriceps muscle, and the quadriceps tendon. A tear in the quadriceps tendon is a common athletic injury. What is the role of
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Common Knee Injuries Seen by Phoenix Orthopedic Doctors

Knee Specialist Phoenix
The knee joint is comprised of three separate bones: the femur (thigh bone), the tibia (shin bone), and patella (kneecap). Articular cartilage covers the entire joint surface and offers a smooth gliding surface for motion. Proper knee function depends on intact ligaments. There are four main ligaments of the knee: the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL),
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The Basics of Biceps Tendon Tears at the Shoulder

Biceps Anatomy
The biceps tendon attaches the biceps muscle to the shoulder and arm bones. If you tear the biceps tendon at the shoulder region, you could lose arm strength and experience pain. While many people can still function with a biceps tendon tear at the shoulder, surgery is required for complete recovery of strength and mobility
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The Basics of Chronic Shoulder Instability

The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint that is shallow. Because this joint is shallow, it is more mobile than other joints. However, this great range of motion can also cause joint problems. Shoulder instability occurs when the ball moves around too freely in the socket. What are the main shoulder components? The socket of the
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The Basics of Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tears and Treatment

The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is a tough band of tissue connecting your thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia). The PCL is one of four main knee ligaments. A tear in the PCL is a common sports injury. How common are PCL tears? PCL tears comprise less than 20% of all knee ligament
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What is Kneecap (Prepatellar) Bursitis?

The most common type of knee bursitis is prepatellar bursitis, which involves inflammation of the bursa located at the front aspect of the knee. With kneecap bursitis, localized inflammation and tissue swelling can produce a small lump under the skin. What causes kneecap bursitis? Kneecap bursitis is often called housemaid’s knee because it can be
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What are My Options for Meniscal Tear Treatment?

Knee Specialist Phoenix
Meniscal Tear Meniscal injuries are the most common type of knee injuries. Meniscus tears are usually related to trauma, but they can occur from a sudden twist or repeated squatting. How common are meniscal tears? In a study involving 100 patients with suspected meniscal tears, researchers found meniscal tears in 57 patients with symptoms, and
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3 Most Common Shoulder Conditions and Treatments at Phoenix

Shoulder Conditions
Shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body but mobility comes with a price. It is a combination of bone joints combining with tendons and muscles to provide a wide range of motion, each of which is prone to injury. The top shoulder surgeon in Phoenix, Dr. Adam Farber treats shoulder conditions with conservative
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