Spinal Tumor

Spinal tumors are abnormal growths that occur on the spinal cord, bones, or nerves. Although rare, spinal tumors can occur as primary tumors (arising in the spinal cord) or secondary tumors (metastasizing to the spine from other regions of the body that are affected by cancer). In addition, doctors classify spinal tumors as Vertebral Column Tumors (affecting the vertebrae), Intramedullary Tumors (affecting the spinal cord), or Intradural-Extramedullary Tumors (affecting the meninges).

Trochanteric Bursitis

Trochanteric Bursitis occurs when the trochanteric bursae, a set of fluid-filled sacs that cushion your hip bone, suffers inflammation or injury. Your trochanteric bursae sit between the juncture where the trochanter of your upper thigh bone meets your iliotibial band. When these bursae become irritated, lateral hip pain often signals the presence of bursitis.

Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia is a congenital defect of the hip joint, in which the ball of the femur forms abnormally or the socket of the hip is too shallow. When these two structures fit together abnormally, excess friction, hip osteoarthritis, and pain can result. Hip Dysplasia affects over 20% of individuals who require a total hip replacement.

Morton’s Neuroma

Morton’s Neuroma occurs when overuse of the foot causes the nerves that run between our toes to thicken. As these nerves harden, sufferers typically experience neurological symptoms of pain between the toes or in the ball of the foot. Individuals who participate in sports such as dance or running; those who wear improper footwear; and individuals who were born with sub-optimal foot anatomy (e.g. flat feet or high arches) develop this condition more frequently than the average population.

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis refers to any condition that causes inflammation or injury to the plantar fascia of the foot. Your plantar fascia—a nerve-rich connective structure—extends from your heel to the underside of your toes. Responsible for cushioning the components of your foot from injury, your plantar fascia can become irritated when overworked.

Basal Joint Arthritis

Basal Joint Arthritis develops when the cartilage that pads the trapezium bone of the wrist and the metacarpal bone of the thumb wears away. A common complication of aging or joint overuse, basal joint arthritis affects millions of sufferers in the U.S. The condition, which often co-occurs with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, generates pain in the thumb, hand, or forearm.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Do you suffer from chronic, crippling, or cramping pain in your hands or wrists? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that occurs when the median nerve in the hand suffers compression. Your carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway in your carpal bones (i.e. wrist) through which the median nerve runs. This key nerve supplies sensation to your wrists, hands, and fingers. When your median nerve is damaged or compressed, neurological symptoms of pain or loss of fine motor control can occur.

Shoulder Bursitis

Bursae are tiny, fluid-filled sacs that protect your shoulder against accidental injury from the spinal tissues that support it. In the shoulder, your Subacromial Bursa sits above the rotator cuff and below a portion of the shoulder blade known as the acromion bone. Shoulder Bursitis occurs when the Subacromial Bursa becomes inflamed or swollen.

Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

Rotator Cuff Tendinitis occurs when the tendons that support your shoulder joint sustain an injury or suffer inflammation. In individuals under age 35, rotator cuff tendinitis usually occurs as the result of a traumatic or sports-related injury. In individuals over age 35, this condition often emerges as the result of chronic strain on the shoulder joint.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is an age-related condition that occurs when bone reabsorption outpaces bone reformation, leaving bones brittle and more prone to fracture. Although a measure of bone loss is considered to be a natural consequence of aging, osteoporosis results in excessively porous or fragile bones that fracture easily.

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