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Orthopedics

Orthopedics covers many of your joint, muscle, and nerve pains. Explore how to get treatment for broken bones, strained muscles, and more painful conditions that warrant a visit to the doctor.
Photo of a man holding his foot after running.
Fascia: Structure, Function, Rehab
By Brett Sears, PT
Muscle disease
Muscular System Diseases: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Myositis
Myositis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Patient checkup
Paget's Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Diagnosis
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Chiropractic adjustment
Chiropractic Adjustment: Benefits, Risks, and More
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Back Pain. Sport injury.
Myalgia: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
A couple running outdoors in the evening
Joint Hypermobility Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Orthopedist meeting with patient with arm in a sling
Orthopedist: Expertise, Specialties, and Training
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Exercise ball and yoga mat
TMJ Pain Can Be Helped With These Simple Pilates Moves
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
MRI scan
MRI With Contrast: Uses, Side Effects, Procedure, Results
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Scan of a knee
The Role of Joints in Your Body
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
A runner with an injured leg sitting in the road
Ligament Tears: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Woman breaking a cigarette in half
Effects of Smoking Cigarettes on Musculoskeletal Health
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Achilles tendon
Normal Function of Tendons Versus Abnormalities
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
A woman during an ultrasound check up
The Symptoms, Causes and Treatment Options of Schwartz-Jampel Syndrome
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Illustration of the mucles and bones of the back, shoulders, arms, and side
The Musculoskeletal System and Disease
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Man concerned about pain in his armpit
Armpit Pain: Causes, Treatment, When to See a Doctor
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
woman with shoulder pain
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Overview
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Beautiful pregnant woman sitting on bed at home
6 Orthopedic Problems Seen in Pregnancy
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
muscle cramp
Muscle Cramp Causes and Treatments
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
XRay
X-Rays: Uses, Procedure, Results
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Injured soccer player getting her ankle checked by her coach
Top 5 Orthopedic Tests You Don't Need
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Knee arthroscopy
Risks and Complications of Knee Arthroscopy Surgery
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Woman going into an MRI
How an MRI Machine Works for Orthopedics
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
an athlete running on sidewalk
The Anatomy of the Lower Leg Muscles
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
a runner holding his Achilles tendon
How Inflammation of Tendons Can Cause Tendonitis
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Contortionist using smartphone
Double-Jointed: Having Extra Joints or Loose Ligaments?
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Female sports massage therapist hard at work
The Benefits of Sports Massage
By Terence Vanderheiden, DPM
orthopedist applying shoulder tape
Orthopedic Surgery: Treatment and Therapy of Bones and Joints
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
home office setup dimensions
Home Office Ergonomics: Tips, Products, and Exercises
Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT
Photo of a man holding a painful thigh.
Thigh Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See A Doctor
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
She overexerted herself on that run
ACL Tears and Surgery in Adults
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
hand pain
Hand Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Peripheral Cyanosis
Peripheral Cyanosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
Photo of physical therapists examining patients.
Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy: What to Know
Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT
Arm pain
Arm Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
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Home-Care Physical Therapy: Benefits and Qualifications
Medically reviewed by Erin Pereira, DPT, OCS
Collarbone x-ray
Collarbone Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
The Cardiovascular System
Venuous Insufficiency: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
An elderly man talking to his doctor
An Overview of Ollier Disease
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Syringe and Pills
What You Need to Know About Fludrocortisone
Medically reviewed by Ana Maria Kausel, MD
people walking
Groin Pain When Walking: Causes, Treatments, and When to See a Doctor
By Tim Petrie, DPT, OCS
groin strain
Diagnosing and Treating Groin Pulls
Medically reviewed by Erin Pereira, DPT, OCS
Photo of a woman performing yoga balance exercises.
Prevent Ankle Sprains With Proprioception Training
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Jogger checking if his ankle is broken or twisted
Why You Shouldn't Do RICE for Sprains
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
A man stretching his hamstrings in the Gym
How to Treat a Torn Hamstring
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
Young man holding ice pack on ankle
Ankle Sprain: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Ice on a knee injury
Choosing Ice or Heat Application to Treat Injury
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Man on the beach holding his hamstring
Treatments of a Pulled Muscle
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
Woman holding her hurt ankle at a race.
The Difference Between a Sprain and a Strain
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
rib pain
Costochondritis: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
injury
Sprain and Strain Muscle and Ligament Injuries
By Jonathan Cluett, MD
high ankle sprain
How a High Ankle Sprain Is Treated
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
back strain
Low Back Strain - Treatment of Back Muscle Injuries
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
calf stretch
Stretching Exercises for a Calf Strain
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
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Is Your Calf Muscle Pain a Strain or Something Else?
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
a woman doing abdominal crunches
Pulled Abdominal Muscle Symptoms and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Erin Pereira, DPT, OCS
a person balancing on a wobble board
Wobble Board Ankle Sprain Exercises Strengthen Joints
Medically reviewed by Eva Umoh Asomugha, M.D.
calf strain
Calf Strain and Muscle Spasm of the Leg
Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT
hamstring pain
Pulled Hamstring Is a Muscle Strain Injury of the Thigh
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO