Almost all of us must have experienced cracking of knuckles or an involuntary popping of the neck and knees. This is known as crepitus. Sometimes the sound is loud and perhaps a little unsettling. In fact, many believe that joint cracking may cause a medical...
Winter is a welcome change after the sweltering summer heat. However, It also brings with it a lot of discomfort for those suffering from joint pain and stiffness. During winters, the symptoms worsen, especially for arthritis patients. The joint pain and stiffness of the patients...
Our mobility and strength are directly dependent on the health of our bones and joints. However, most of us do not give appropriate attention to our bone health. We must remember that the level of calcium and other essential minerals in our bones goes down...
Even the femur, the strongest bone in the body is susceptible to fractures. High impact collisions often result in femur fractures. Ageing and medical conditions are also responsible as they tend to weaken the bones making them vulnerable to fractures. In such cases, even a...
The backbone and the pelvic bone join to form the sacroiliac joint. The backbone has a triangular section where it ends called the sacrum. Sacrum merges with the uppermost part of the pelvis called the ilium. The joints absorb shock and provide stability to the...
An active lifestyle is important for your joints and the overall health of your body. Sometimes, however, even the active ones may have to deal with joint problems. The knee joint is one such joint that is susceptible to injuries and problems. The hinge joint...
The hip socket has a cartilage ring on the rim. The ring, called the labrum, is there for several reasons, like acting as a cushion in the joint and securing the ball of the thigh bone in place. During physical activities, the labrum distributes the...
The shoulder joint is a combination of several components including bones (collarbone, shoulder blade and upper arm bone), ligaments, tendons, muscles, rotator cuff. The ball and socket joint connects our upper arm to the body and enables a lot of movements. However, the [mobility it provides...
Our legs go through a lot while we are busy running around and getting things done. While they are usually strong and provide the much-needed mobility and support, legs may suffer from minor aches to severe pains. There are plenty of reasons related to trauma...
The shoulder joint is formed by the humerus, the scapula and the clavicle. The bones (except the clavicle) and ligaments are surrounded by strong tissues, collectively called the joint capsule. This capsule is filled with lubricating fluid, synovial fluid, that helps the shoulder bones to...
