Introduction A Bone Graft is a surgical treatment used to repair bone or joint issues. Bone grafting, or the transplantation of bone tissue, is useful in repairing bones that have been damaged by trauma or dysfunctional joints. It is also useful for regenerating bone around an implanted device, such as a total knee replacement, where…
Introduction While your teeth and bones have certain similarities, the most notable being that they are both comprised of strong materials and are the same color, they are not the same. Teeth are not composed of bone. Throughout your life, your bones are constantly being repaired and remade. Because of this, if you break a…
Introduction Lower back muscle pulls, also known as strains, can be a source of significant discomfort and limited mobility. The lower back, or lumbar region, is a complex network of muscles, ligaments, and joints that support the spine and facilitate various movements. When these muscles are subjected to excessive force, overuse, or improper lifting techniques,…
Introduction of lose fat and increase muscle mass Are you mindful of keeping your body in good shape? You likely want your body to burn fat instead of muscle. Your body isn’t aware of what you desire, though. It just understands that it needs to draw stored energy from someplace to survive and perform well…
Introduction A bone marrow aspiration is a procedure in which a sample of the liquid part of the soft tissue inside your bones is taken. The spongy tissue found inside bones is known as bone marrow. Inside larger bones, it contains cells that produce white blood cells (WBCs), red blood cells (RBCs), and platelets, such…
Introduction The iliacus and psoas major muscles combine to form the iliopsoas, a large complex muscle of the inner hip. Other muscles of the inner hip besides the iliopsoas are the quadratus femoris, piriformis, superior and inferior gemellus, obturator externus, and psoas minor. The psoas major section of the iliopsoas originates from the twelfth thoracic…
Introduction A Cervicogenic headache is described as the development of pain in the neck area and is felt in the head. It is the type of normal headache that results from another condition, such as a neck trauma or infection. People may not properly understand the differences between Cervicogenic headaches with migraine and tension headaches,…
Introduction Leg pain is a common and diverse symptom that can arise from a variety of underlying causes, ranging from minor injuries to serious medical conditions. The discomfort may manifest in different forms, such as aching, cramping, tingling, or sharp sensations, and can affect any part of the leg, including the muscles, joints, bones, or…
What is a Shoulder Impingement? One of the most typical physical complaints is shoulder pain. Your shoulder comprises several joints connected with tendons and muscles that allow a great range of movement in your arm. Because so many structures make up the shoulder, it is weak to many problems. The rotator cuff is a recurring…
What is a Peroneal Tendonitis? An injury to the tendons in the foot and/or ankle is called peroneal tendinopathy. Athletes like basketball players, dancers, and long-distance runners are frequently affected. This condition can also affect people with weak ankles or those who have had ankle sprains. Common symptoms include pain along the outside surface of…
