Hand and Wrist See All  Hand Pain and Problems in Hand and Wrist Common hand problems include arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and ganglion cysts....more  Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Hand and Wrist Women develop carpal tunnel syndrome three times more frequently than men. It usually occurs only in adults. ...more  Overview of Hand Surgery in Hand and Wrist Many different types of surgeries can be done on the hand, depending on the underlying cause of the problem.

Knee See All  Knee Pain and Problems in Knee Common knee problems include sprains, strains, torn cartilage, and arthritis....more  Torn Meniscus in Knee Between the bones of the knees are 2 crescent-shaped disks of connective tissue, called menisci, which also act as shock absorbers to cushion the lower part of the leg from the weight of the rest of the body. Meniscus tears can happen when twisting while bearing weight. ...more  Knee Ligament Injuries in Knee Learn about the 4 major ligaments of the knee, and about common injuries, symptoms, and treatment.

Other Bone Conditions See All  Fibrous Dysplasia in Other Bone Conditions Fibrous dysplasia is a chronic disorder in which an abnormal development of fibrous tissue causes bones to expand. Any bone can be affected. More than one bone can be affected at any one time, and, when multiple bones are affected, it is not unusual for them to all be on one side of the body. However, fibrous dysplasia does not spread from one bone to another.

Shoulder and Elbow See All  Common Injuries of the Shoulder in Shoulder and Elbow The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, but because of this flexibility, it is not very stable and is easily injured. ...more  Shoulder Dislocation in Shoulder and Elbow A dislocated shoulder means the upper arm bone (humerus) has moved out of the shoulder joint. It can cause pain, swelling, numbness and trouble moving the shoulder. ...more  Shoulder Tendonitis in Shoulder and Elbow Shoulder tendonitis is an inflammation of your rotator cuff or biceps tendon.

Orthopedic Conditions and Disorders See All Back and Neck  See All Shoulder and Elbow See All Hand and Wrist See All Hip See All Knee See All Leg and Foot See All Bone Tumors See All Other Bone Conditions See All  Torticollis in Back and Neck Torticollis is a condition in which the neck is twisted and causes the head to rotate and tilt at an odd angle. The cause of torticollis is unknown, but treatment can help.

Multimedia See All  Shoulder (AC) Arthritis Osteoarthritis of the AC joint in the shoulder is common in middle-aged or older adults. This video explains how this condition develops and how you can minimize its effects....more  Rotator Cuff Tendonitis Having shoulder pain or problems lifting your arms over your head? You may have tendonitis or a tear in the muscles and tendons that hold your shoulder in place, called the rotator cuff.

Osteoporosis See All  Osteoporosis in Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a disease that causes weak, thinning bones. This leaves the bones at greater risk of breaking. The bones most often affected are the hips, spine, and wrists. ...more  Osteoporosis: Evaluate Your Risk in Osteoporosis Many people are unaware they have osteoporosis until they have advanced symptoms, which may include a broken hip or wrist, low back pain, or a hunched back.

Preventing Sports Injuries See All  Preventing Sports Injuries in Preventing Sports Injuries Good preventive steps: Warm up before you work out, alternate days for exercising certain muscle groups, and cool down when you're done. ...more  Stress Fractures of the Foot in Preventing Sports Injuries Stress fractures are weak spots or small cracks in the bone caused by continuous overuse. They often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports. ...more  Sports-Related Injuries in Preventing Sports Injuries What is a contusion? A sprain? A strain?

Treating Sports Injuries See All  Ice Packs vs. Warm Compresses For Pain in Treating Sports Injuries It can sometimes be confusing whether to use heat or cold when treating sore muscles or an injury. Here are facts to keep in mind. ...more  Cold Therapy (Cryotherapy) for Pain Management in Treating Sports Injuries When used to treat injuries at home, cryotherapy refers to cold therapy with ice or gel packs that are usually kept in the freezer until needed. These remain one of the simplest, time-tested remedies for managing pain and swelling.

Sports Injuries See All Sprains and Strains See All Treating Sports Injuries See All Preventing Sports Injuries See All  Tendonitis and Tenosynovitis in Sprains and Strains Tendonitis is when a tendon is inflamed. When a tendon is inflamed, it can cause swelling, pain, and discomfort. Another problem called tenosynovitis is linked to tendonitis. This is the inflammation of the lining of the tendon sheath around a tendon. ...more  The Best Ways to Treat, Prevent Tendonitis in Sprains and Strains Tendonitis is your body's way of telling you, "Enough!