What Is Spinal Stenosis?
Most back pain can be traced back to a problem with a disc in the spine. Disc issues fall into three common conditions: spinal stenosis, disc bulges, and disc...

Most back pain can be traced back to a problem with a disc in the spine. Disc issues fall into three common conditions: spinal stenosis, disc bulges, and disc...

Female athletes are highly vulnerable to ACL knee injuries unless they participate in training programs designed to reduce injury risks. We explain how to evaluate your daughter’s program to...

Cartilage is the tissue that coats and cushions our joints. It allows us to move with very little friction, but damaged cartilage does not heal well. Dr. Furmanek explains...
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We depend on our knees to move easily. An unstable kneecap inhibits smooth movement and can lead to chronic problems. We explain the symptoms that signal this injury. What...

We explain what cartilage is and how it functions in our joints. Most of us take for granted the smooth, painless movements we use to set a table, open...

High-intensity interval training improves health and fitness quickly but can take a toll on sore knees. If you have painful knees, we have some knee-friendly exercise options to help...

When arthritic joints become stiff or painful, we explain how and when to use the application of heat and cold for arthritis for simple, effective relief. Arthritis is the...

Arthritis is more common in women than it is in men. Discover why women are more susceptible to the arthritic conditions.

When arthritis makes thumb movement painful, the impact on quality of life can be significant. Learn more about thumb arthritis treatments available to ease the pain. What is thumb arthritis?...