Jumper’s knee

Jumper’s knee Jumper’s knee, also known as patellar tendonitis, is an overuse injury and is a condition characterized by inflammation of your patellar tendon. Beginning on the quadriceps muscle (located at the front of the thigh), the patellar tendon extends downward, attaching the rear of the patella (kneecap) and the front of the tibia (shin bone). […]

Achilles tendonitis

Achilles tendonitis Achilles tendonitis is the inflammation and irritation of your Achilles tendon, a strong, fibrous cord that connects the muscles in the back of your calf to your heel bone. This tendon is active when you walk, run, jump or push up on your toes. Achilles tendonitis usually causes pain, stiffness, and loss of […]

Ankle Sprain

Ankle Sprain A sprain is a tear or stretch in a ligament, a tissue that connects two or more joints and helps the joints move. An ankle sprain involves one or more ligaments. The injury may happen after twisting an ankle, making a hard cut, falling to the ground, or overusing a ligament. Those with […]

Rotator Cuff Strain

Rotator Cuff Strain A rotator cuff strain is usually an overuse injury from repetitive motion such as throwing a football but can also occur from contact with another player or a fall. There are four tendons that attach the muscles from the shoulder blade and ribs to the humerus. These tendons help to rotate the […]