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Ankle pain could stem from any of several conditions — a sprain, a fracture, or arthritis, to name a few. But it could be bursitis. Learn about the signs that could indicate you have ankle bursitis, and find out what you can do about it.

When pain grips your hand and wrist, your life suddenly changes — texting, tying your shoes, and feeding yourself become painful chores. The problem could be De Quervain’s disease. Here are the telltale signs and what you can expect.

Millions of people suffer from arthritis, and they’re desperately searching for relief. If arthritis hasn’t affected you yet, you may be wondering if you can sidestep this common and debilitating condition. Here’s what you need to know.

It’s easy to take your elbow for granted until a nagging ache or gripping pain brings all movement to a halt. Suddenly, it’s a challenge to feed yourself and tie your shoes. Don’t despair — there’s a treatment for that.

The way you approach your rehab after ACL reconstruction surgery makes a huge difference in your recovery rate and your knee’s post-injury capabilities. In addition to supervised rehab, here’s what you need to do at home.

Are you unhinged because of your chronic joint pain? Achy elbows, knees, hips, and shoulders are common, and the possible culprits are numerous. Discover the top contending causes of joint pain, and learn how to recognize them.

You hear that tell-tale popping sound, have immediate pain and swelling, and your unstable knee is out of commission — you’ve torn your ACL. Is surgery inevitable? Find out here.

Achy knees, creaky elbows, and stiff hands — the hallmarks of arthritis — affect millions of Americans. If you’re one of them, here’s what you need to know about four common types of arthritis, and how you can get relief.

Your joints ache, creak, and just won’t bend the way they used to, but don’t fret; there’s a treatment for that — several, in fact. Keep reading to learn about our top treatment solutions for painful joints.

Joint pain comes in several varieties, and many require medical intervention. But what about bursitis? Here’s an overview of this common joint problem and how to treat it.

Balance problems can increase your risk of falls, accidents, and traumatic injuries. Here’s what you need to know about the various factors that can affect your balance, and what you can do to improve it.

If wear and tear on your joints can lead to osteoarthritis, does that mean you should move less to preserve your joint health? Absolutely not! Here’s how movement, muscle strength, and joint health intersect.

You’ve always heard — and believed — that stretching before exercise prevents injuries, but is it a myth? Keep reading to find out.

Instinct throws your hands out in front of you when you fall, saving your head from hitting the pavement, but sending extraordinary force to your elbow joint. That’s why elbow dislocations are so common. Here’s how to recover if it happens to you.

Whether it happens in a car crash, a sporting event, or an everyday mishap, an ankle injury causes instant pain and immobility. But did you sprain it or break it? Here’s how to tell.

Joint pain can stem from arthritis, an injury, or simply from overuse, and the symptoms of each condition are similar. So how do you know if bursitis is the culprit? Find out here.

Joint pain gives you no choice but to focus all your attention on stopping it. And that starts with figuring out what’s causing it. Sometimes, cartilage damage is the culprit; other times, it’s arthritis. Here’s how you can narrow it down.

From arthritis to rotator cuff tears, your shoulder is susceptible to a wide range of conditions and problems. One of the most painful shoulder injuries is a dislocation. Here’s what to do if it happens to you.

Plenty of things that are out of your control can affect your knees, but have you ever stopped to consider what you may be doing to them voluntarily? Here’s a look at a few bad habits that could be messing up your knees.

There’s a reason golfers lug around a bagful of clubs — each performs a specific task. Likewise, medical specialties address very specific conditions. Here’s a closer look at sports medicine and why it’s the best club in the bag for athletes.

Pain is your body’s warning system telling you something is wrong. Often, you can take care of the problem yourself, but sometimes, it’s best to call an expert. Here are some signs your hand or wrist pain requires professional medical care.

Did you set your foot and pivot? Did you hyperextend your knee? Maybe you stopped fast and changed directions. Whatever caused your ACL injury, treatment can help you get back on your feet. Find out when surgery might be the best option.