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Hammer Toe Hammertoe is a deformity in one of the toes in which the toe is bent at the middle joint. Conditions such as hammertoe
Peroneal Nerve Injury Peroneal nerve injuries occur when the peroneal nerve is damaged, leading to leg pain in the knees and lower extremities. This condition
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Tarsal tunnel syndrome develops when an injury or an existing condition causes compression of the tibial nerve. These tibial nerves run through
Foot and Ankle Arthritis Arthritis is the inflammation of the joints and the swelling of the soft tissue. This is extremely common in adults over
Whether you are dealing with fractures, dislocations, labral tears, sprains, soft tissue inflammation, strains, we have a variety of treatment options for your hip condition.
Repetitive stress on the knee joint can cause sprains, strains, fractures, or tears. Regular wear and tear, pressure from athletic activities, and aging may cause knee conditions.
Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It is caused by changes to the body relating to age, and it
Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Shoulder Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes severe joint inflammation throughout the body. The underlying causes of this condition
Rotator Cuff Tear In each one of the shoulders, the rotator cuff is a collection of muscles and connective tissue that connects the upper arm
Frozen Shoulder Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is associated with stiffness and immobility in the shoulder joint. The upper arm is held in
Other Shoulder Conditions Other Common Shoulder Problems Include Sprains, Strains, and Bursitis Shoulder arthritis, rotator cuff tears, frozen shoulder, and fractures are among the most
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome describes a painful condition that affects the wrist joints. Also known as medial nerve compression, carpal tunnel syndrome is
Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Wrist & Hand The CDC estimates that up to 25% of the population in the US is affected by
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment Cubital tunnel syndrome describes a painful condition that can affect the elbows, arms, and hands by causing nerve compression. Also known as
Dupuytren’s Contracture Dupuytren’s disease, or Dupuytren’s contracture, is a condition that causes severe hand deformity by tightening the fascia in the hand. The fascia is
Trigger Finger Trigger finger, or stenosing tenosynovitis, is a hand deformity where a finger becomes stuck in a bent position. As the name implies, it
Lateral Epicondylitis – Tennis Elbow Lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow, is a repetitive motion injury that causes elbow pain and limited range of
Shoulder Arthritis Pain Arthritis refers to a condition that causes chronic inflammation in the joints. There are multiple kinds of arthritis, but the most common
The shoulder’s wide-ranging mobility increases the risk of instability and other problems that cause pain and immobility. Whether you are dealing with a rotator cuff tear or a shoulder instability, BEST can help.
Ganglion Cyst on the Wrist A ganglion cyst is a lump that can grow on the hand or on the back of the wrist. This
Articular Cartilage Damage Articular cartilage is the layer of smooth, tough cartilage that covers the ends of bones and protects the joints in the body.