Injuries, Sports & Post-Surgical groups
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An ACL Tear (Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear) is a common knee injury that occurs when the ligament connecting the thigh bone to the shin bone is stretched or torn. It can cause pain, swelling, instability, and […]
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An Ankle Sprain happens when the ligaments around the ankle stretch or tear, often due to sudden twisting, falling, or sports activity. It can cause pain, swelling, bruising, and instability, making even simple […]
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A Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow or jolt to the head. It can lead to headache, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, nausea, and fatigue, and while symptoms often improve with rest, […]
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A Corneal Abrasion is a scratch or injury to the clear surface of the eye (cornea), often caused by dust, contact lenses, fingernails, or foreign objects. It can cause eye pain, redness, tearing, blurred vision, […]
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A Fracture is a break or crack in a bone caused by trauma, stress, or medical conditions like osteoporosis. It can lead to severe pain, swelling, bruising, and limited movement, requiring immobilization, surgery, […]
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A Groin Strain occurs when one or more of the muscles in the inner thigh are overstretched or torn, usually during sudden movements, sports, or heavy lifting. It can cause sharp pain, bruising, and stiffness in the […]
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A Hamstring Strain happens when one or more muscles at the back of the thigh are overstretched or torn — often during running, sprinting, or sudden movements. It can cause sharp pain, swelling, bruising, and s […]
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A Jammed Finger happens when the tip of a finger is bent or compressed suddenly, often during sports or accidental impact. It can cause pain, swelling, bruising, and stiffness in the joints, sometimes making it […]
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A Labral Tear is an injury to the cartilage (labrum) that cushions and stabilizes the shoulder or hip joint. It often results from trauma, overuse, or repetitive motion — causing pain, clicking, stiffness, or i […]
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An MCL Sprain (Medial Collateral Ligament Sprain) occurs when the ligament on the inner side of the knee is stretched or torn due to sudden twisting, impact, or sports injuries. It can cause pain, swelling, […]
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A Meniscus Tear is a common knee cartilage injury that occurs when the meniscus — the cushion between your thigh bone and shin bone — is torn by sudden twisting, squatting, or sports impact. It causes pain, swe […]
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Sprains and Strains are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries. A sprain affects ligaments — the tough bands connecting bones — while a strain impacts muscles or tendons. Both can cause pain, swelling, bru […]
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A Stress Fracture is a small crack or severe bruise within a bone, often caused by repetitive strain, overuse, or high-impact activities like running or jumping. It can lead to pain, swelling, and tenderness that […]
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Turf Toe is a sprain of the big toe joint, caused by excessive upward bending of the toe — often during sports or activities involving running and jumping. It can lead to pain, swelling, bruising, and stiffness a […]