Syndesmotic (high) Ankle Sprain
Syndesmotic (high) Ankle Sprain What is it? The term “high ankle sprain” is often used in athletic settings, but is not well understood by many athletes, coaches, and parents. A high ankle sprain is a syndesmotic sprain. It is an injury to the distal interosseous …
Iliotibial Band (IT Band) Syndrome
Iliotibial Band (IT band) Syndrome What is it? A thick band of tissue that connects a muscle on the outer thigh to the outside of the knee What causes this condition? Beginning a new workout routine or increasing activity too quickly, flat feet, high arches, running on …
Concussions
Concussions What is a concussion? A concussion is an injury to the brain that causes temporary interference with your brain’s normal functioning. A violent blow to the head, such as can be sustained in a car accident or a sports collision, can cause the brain …
Hamstring Strains
Hamstring Strains What is it? A muscle strain is the result of an injury which damages the muscle or attaching tendon. Typically the injury is the result of excess stress/stretching placed on the muscle during lifting, sport, or even everyday activity. Muscles strains are classified into …
Diabetes
Diabetes Diabetes is a disease that affects the way the body uses glucose. Glucose is a sugar that the body uses as its main source of fuel. The pancreas is a gland in your body that produces insulin. Insulin regulates glucose getting out of …