TMJ disorders

The temporomandibular (tem-puh-roe-man-DIB-u-lur) joint (TMJ) acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. You have one joint on each side of your jaw. TMJ disorders — a type of temporomandibular disorder or TMD — can cause pain in your jaw joint and in the muscles that control jaw movement.

The exact cause of a person's TMJ disorder is often difficult to determine. Your pain may be due to a combination of factors, such as genetics, arthritis or jaw injury. Some people who have jaw pain also tend to clench or grind their teeth (bruxism), although many people habitually clench or grind their teeth and never develop TMJ disorders.

In most cases, the pain and discomfort associated with TMJ disorders is temporary and can be relieved with self-managed care or nonsurgical treatments. Surgery is typically a last resort after conservative measures have failed, but some people with TMJ disorders may benefit from surgical treatments.

Symptoms

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Shin splints

The term "shin splints" refers to pain along the shin bone (tibia) — the large bone in the front of your lower leg. Shin splints are common in runners, dancers and military recruits.

Medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome, shin splints often occur in athletes who have recently intensified or changed their training routines. The increased activity overworks the muscles, tendons and bone tissue.

Most cases of shin splints can be treated with rest, ice and other self-care measures. Wearing proper footwear and modifying your exercise routine can help prevent shin splints from recurring.

Symptoms

If you have shin splints, you might notice tenderness, soreness or pain along the inner side of your shinbone and mild swelling in your lower leg. At first, the pain might stop when you stop exercising. Eventually, however, the pain can be continuous and might progress to a stress reaction or stres...

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Physical Therapy in the Treatment and Prevention of Sports Injuries

 Physical therapists, also referred to as PTs, assist patients of all ages and conditions in improving the functionality of the musculoskeletal system. A few of their main goals include improving movement, managing pain, and preventing injury or reinjury. For this reason, physical therapy is essential for athletes.

Let’s take a look at the role physical therapy plays in treating and preventing sports injuries.

How Does Physical Therapy Prevent Sports Injuries?

Common sports injuries include knee injuries, sprains, strains, and tennis elbow. It’s easy to believe that these occur mostly during a game or match, especially with contact sports. However, many sports injuries occur during training.

Any physical activity puts your muscles and joints under stress and pressure. You also become prone to overuse injuries, which can occur from repetitive trauma. Overuse injuries also happen when you engage in increased physical activity too quickly. Likewise, improper form and technique make you more prone to sports injuries. Physical therapy teaches you techniques and exercises that can prevent overuse injuries and sports injuries in general.

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Bursitis

Bursitis (bur-SY-tis) is a painful condition that affects the small, fluid-filled sacs — called bursae (bur-SEE) — that cushion the bones, tendons and muscles near your joints. Bursitis occurs when bursae become inflamed.

The most common locations for bursitis are in the shoulder, elbow and hip. But you can also have bursitis by your knee, heel and the base of your big toe. Bursitis often occurs near joints that perform frequent repetitive motion.

Treatment typically involves resting the affected joint and protecting it from further trauma. In most cases, bursitis pain goes away within a few weeks with proper treatment, but recurrent flare-ups of bursitis are common.

Symptoms

If you have bursitis, the affected joint might:

• · Feel achy or stiff
• · Hurt more when you move it or press on it

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Physical Therapy Techniques For Knee Pain Relief

Have you ever felt knee pain when you walk, run, or climb up and down stairs? If so, you are not alone. Millions of people experience knee pain every day – many of which suffer from chronic knee pain.

While there are a variety of treatments for knee pain, one of the most effective, long-lasting, and side-effect-free methods in physical therapy.

Causes of Knee Pain

Many things can cause knee pain. Physically active people often develop knee pain when they get a knee injury or when they overuse their joints. Meanwhile, the elderly often experience knee pain because of arthritis and muscle weakness. Regardless of the cause, knee pain is a big nuisance and often stops people from participating in the activities they enjoy and living life on their own terms.

Physical Therapy Techniques For Knee Pain

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