A partially torn muscle is better treated by at least a primary care physician, who can assess the severity of the tear and decide upon a conservative or surgical treatment. Investigations, like X-rays, ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be necessary for the assessment. Untreated...
In fact, the participants in the exercise therapy program had an improvement in thigh muscle strength compared to those who had surgery—a positive outcome. Surgery Surgery has the best results when the primary symptoms of the meniscus tear are mechanical.12This means that the meniscus tear is c...
The two important tendons in the knee are (1) the quadricepstendon connecting the quadriceps muscle, which lies on the front of the thigh, to the patella and (2) the patellar tendon connecting the patella to the tibia (technically this is a ligament because it connects two bones). The qua...
Most sprains and strains are diagnosed by a history and physical exam. A doctor will examine the joint or muscle group and move them through their normal range of motion, looking for pain, tenderness, weakness, or instability. If there is a possibility of a bone injury orfracture, an X-ra...
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Muscle and connective tissue weakness are the most common causes of hernias. Most people develop weaknesses as they age; however, some people are born with weak connective tissue. Surgery and certain medical conditions can also contribute to muscle and tissue weakness. Hernia Causes Excess Weight ...
A physical therapist can suggest an exercise plan that rests the tendon while strengthening nearby muscle groups and maintaining overall muscle tone. Over time, it will be safe for you to exercise the tendon itself. Your program may include "eccentric" exercises, in which you slowly strengthen ...
Probably the most frequent cause of osteoarthritis of the hip is congenitaldysplasia(dislocation or subluxation of the hip). This term refers to a poor fit of the head of the femur, the long bone of the thigh, with its socket in the pelvis, the acetabulum. There is evidence that many cas...
The above exercises recommended by Hinge Health physical therapists focus on strengthening the quadriceps in the front of the thigh, a vital muscle that can compensate for an injured PCL. Strong quads provide support and stability to the knee joint. ...
Patellofemoral pain syndrome.Muscle imbalance, tightness, and alignment problems of the legs usually cause this condition. It causes knee pain and occasional “buckling,” meaning your knee suddenly can’t bear your weight. It’s not due to an injury. It's more common for women than for men...