Heel Pain – Think of Haglund’s Syndrome (Pump Bump)
Haglund’s Syndrome as a Cause of Heel Pain A bony growth that appears at the back of the heel bone can occur. This growth is called an exostosis (a benign cartilaginous growth) and is known as Haglund’s deformity. This bony prominence can rub against the overlying Achilles tendon and causes pain in the tendon. A … Read more
Platelet Rich Plasma Injection for Musculoskeletal Injuries
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is an innovative treatment that uses the body’s own cells to relieve pain and promote accelerated, long-lasting healing of certain musculoskeletal conditions. Type of Injuries where PRP Can Help Although PRP therapy has been used safely in dentistry for over twenty years, recent advancements have revolutionized the … Read more
Achilles Tendon Rupture
The Achilles tendon is a is cord like fibrous tissue that links the heel bone (calcaneus) to the muscles of the lower leg (the calf muscles/gastroc-soleus muscles). The calf muscles are one of the most powerful muscle group in the body and the Achilles tendon is the thickest and strongest tendon in the body. Contracting the calf muscles … Read more
Persistent Pain After Ankle Sprain – Think of Talus OCL
Inversion sprain of the ankle joint is very common. Most of the time the pain resolves and one can resume normal sporting activities. However, in some people. the pain may not totally go away. There are 2 common causes of persistent pain that just simply won’t go away after an ankle inversion sprain. The first … Read more
