Learn about sports injuries and some basics about anatomy.
What is Ankle Tenosynovitis Ankle Tenosynovitis is inflammation of one or more of the tendons or the tendon sheath in the ankle. The tendon sheath produces a fluid that helps to lubricate the tendon, and when the tendon sheath gets inflamed the tendon has trouble moving smoothly and without friction. Ankle Tenosynovitis Symptoms Pain elicited upon movement
What is Ankle Synovitis Ankle synovitis is inflammation of the synovium of the ankle. The synovium also referred to as the synovial membrane is a smooth, thin membrane that lines joints and tendons. The synovium (synovial membrane) creates a capsule in the joint and holds synovial fluid in the joint capsule which helps to nourish and lubricate
What is a Ankle Strain An ankle strain like all other strains is an overstretching or the muscles and or tendons, and in the case of an ankle strain the overstretching is in the ankle and obviously affects the muscles and the tendons in the ankle. The strain usually occurs at the weakest point of
What are Shin Splints Shin splints is a term that is commonly used to describe pain in the lower leg, and more specifically the anterior tibial region of the lower leg. There are many different conditions that cause shin splints or are lumped into the shin splint category. The main condition that is referred to
Turf Toe Taping Steps Turf Toe Taping Step 1 Eliminate any shoes as well as socks also elevate the foot to ensure that you are able to work in a position that does not strain your body. Cautiously wrap a piece of 1 inch wide tape about the large toe ensuring to go about the
