The simplest definition of turf toe is that it is a sprain of the main joint of the big toe. It happens when the toe is forcibly bent up into hyperextension, such as when pushing off into a sprint and having the toe get stuck flat on the ground.…
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- Shin Splints Treatment and Prevention – read about this uncomfortable exercise issue. Shin splints are a common exercise-related problem. The term “shin splints” refers to pain along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia). Shin splints typically…
- A knee replacement success story from one of Dr. Blackwood’s patients. Hi Dr. Blackwood, I want to thank you again. Three months following left knee replacement I backpacked the Tour du Mont Blanc–65 miles of rugged terrain through the Alps in…
- Muscle Contusion (Bruise) A Muscle Contusion causes swelling and pain, and limits joint range of motion near the injury. … The injured muscle may feel weak and stiff. Sometimes a pool of blood collects within damaged tissue, forming a lump over the…
- Osgood-Schlatter disease is a common cause of knee pain in growing adolescents. It is an inflammation of the area just below the knee where the tendon from the kneecap (patellar tendon) attaches to the shinbone (tibia). Osgood-Schlatter disease most…
- Achilles tendinitis is a common condition that causes pain along the back of the leg near the heel. The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It connects your calf muscles to your heel bone and is used when you walk, run, and jump.…
- BCH orthopedic surgeon Brian Blackwood, MD of the Boulder Centre for Orthopedics talks to Channel 7 News about the new technology that makes total knee replacement surgery more precise with less recovery time for patients. Robotic arm assisted…
- Elbow overuse injuries for throwing athletes or repetitive throwing activities can sometimes lead to tendinitis and other serious injury. Overhand throwing places extremely high stresses on the elbow. In baseball pitchers and other…
- Because young athletes are still growing, they are at a greater risk for injury than adults. The consequences of overdoing a sport can include injuries that impair growth, and may lead to long-term health problems. Sports participation promotes the…
- Back Sprain and Back Pain: Your back is killing you, but you have to get those groceries out of the car. You lift carefully. You go slowly. You try not to hurt yourself, but OW! You do. How could you have re-injured your back? You were being so…