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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Injury: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

The Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) is one of four primary ligaments in the knee, located on the inner side of the joint. This ligament provides essential stability, particularly during activities involving side-to-side movement. MCL injuries are common in contact sports, but they can affect anyone experiencing a twist, force, or impact to the knee. What … Read more

Subscapularis Tendinopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Subscapularis tendinopathy is a condition involving the subscapularis tendon, which is part of the rotator cuff in the shoulder. The subscapularis muscle plays a crucial role in shoulder movement, particularly internal rotation. When this tendon becomes strained or injured, it can cause pain, weakness, and limited movement, making daily tasks challenging. What is Subscapularis Tendinopathy? … Read more

Calcific Tendinitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Calcific tendinitis is a painful condition where calcium deposits form within the tendons, typically in the rotator cuff around the shoulder joint. This buildup can lead to inflammation, pain, and restricted movement, impacting daily activities and athletic performance. Though the condition most commonly affects individuals between the ages of 30 and 50, it can occur … Read more

back knee pain

Popliteus Tendinopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Popliteus tendinopathy is a condition characterised by inflammation or degeneration of the popliteus tendon, located at the back of the knee. This relatively rare condition often occurs in athletes who engage in repetitive, high-impact sports or activities, such as runners, cyclists, and skiers. Although popliteus tendinopathy is not a common injury, it can cause significant … Read more

shoulder pain

Quadrilateral Space Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Quadrilateral Space Syndrome (QSS) is a rare yet painful condition caused by compression of the axillary nerve and posterior circumflex humeral artery as they pass through the quadrilateral space in the shoulder. This condition typically affects athletes, particularly those who engage in repetitive overhead or shoulder-intensive movements, such as throwers, tennis players, and swimmers. At … Read more

leg pain

Osteochondroma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Osteochondroma is a common, benign bone tumour that often occurs in children and adolescents. While it’s non-cancerous, it can cause pain or discomfort, particularly if it compresses surrounding tissues or nerves. Osteochondromas develop on the surface of bones, typically near growth plates, and can affect any bone in the body, though they are most commonly … Read more

hip pain

Femoroacetabular Ligament Tears and Hip Stability: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Femoroacetabular ligament tears are a common source of hip pain and instability, often affecting active individuals who engage in sports or activities that place repetitive stress on the hip joint. These tears can lead to hip instability, pain, and, if left untreated, may contribute to the early onset of osteoarthritis. At Freedom Clinics, we’re dedicated … Read more

podiatry

Traction Apophysitis (Sever’s Disease): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Traction apophysitis, commonly known as Sever’s disease, is a condition affecting the growth plate in the heel of children and adolescents. It is particularly common in active children between the ages of 8 and 15, who engage in sports or activities that involve running, jumping, or other high-impact motions. Sever’s disease is one of the … Read more

Costochondritis

Costochondritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Costochondritis is a condition characterised by inflammation of the cartilage that connects the ribs to the breastbone (sternum), known as the costosternal joint. This inflammation can cause significant chest pain, often leading individuals to worry about more serious conditions like heart disease. While costochondritis is generally not life-threatening, it can cause discomfort that affects daily … Read more

knee pain

Patellar Tendonitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Patellar tendonitis, often referred to as “jumper’s knee,” is a common overuse injury that affects the tendon connecting the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia). This condition is especially prevalent among athletes involved in sports requiring frequent jumping, running, or sudden direction changes, such as basketball, volleyball, and football. However, it can affect anyone who … Read more

shoulder pain

Superior Labral Tear from Anterior to Posterior (SLAP Tear): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

A Superior Labral Tear from Anterior to Posterior, or SLAP tear, is a specific type of shoulder injury affecting the labrum, a ring of cartilage that surrounds the socket of the shoulder joint. SLAP tears are common among athletes, particularly those involved in sports that require repetitive overhead motions, such as baseball or tennis. However, … Read more