Monthly Archive: August 2013

Jersey Finger (Torn Flexor Tendon of the Hand) What is jersey finger? Jersey finger is a tear in one of the flexor tendons in your hand. The flexor tendons allow you to flex or...

What is iliotibial band syndrome? Iliotibial band syndrome is inflammation and pain on the outer side of the knee. The iliotibial band is a layer of connective tissue on the outside of the thigh....

Your head alignment is important to avoid back pain. Looking at the picture , your head when in correct alignment should weigh no more than 12lbs. However, when in the wrong place it puts...

What is a hip flexor strain? A strain is a stretch or tear of a muscle or tendon, a band of tissue that connects muscle to bone. The tendon may be inflamed. Inflammation of...

What is hip bursitis? Bursitis is irritation or inflammation of the bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between tendons, bones, and skin. There is a bump on the...