by SI Physical Therapy | Jul 1, 2016 | Hand, Patient Education
Introduction Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common problem affecting the hand and wrist. Symptoms begin when the median nerve gets squeezed inside the carpal tunnel of the wrist, a medical condition known asnerve entrapment or compressive neuropathy. Any condition...
by SI Physical Therapy | Jul 1, 2016 | Knee, Patient Education
Introduction The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is probably the most commonly injured ligament of the knee. In most cases, the ligament is injured by people participating in athletic activity. As sports have become an increasingly important part of day-to-day life...
by SI Physical Therapy | Jul 1, 2016 | Children, Foot, Patient Education
Introduction Flatfeet (also known as pes planus) describes a condition in which the longitudinal (lengthwise) and/or medial (crosswise) arches of the foot are dropped down or flat. The entire bottom of the bare foot is in contact with the floor or ground...
by SI Physical Therapy | Jul 1, 2016 | Patient Education, Shoulder
Introduction Weightlifter’s shoulder is a painful deterioration of the distal end of the clavicle (collar bone). It is an overuse phenomenon that causes tiny fractures along the end of the clavicle. A breakdown of the bone (osteolysis) occurs. Weightlifters...
