• 7
    May
    A stylized human figure showing neck and shoulder musculature. Left side highlights red muscle areas with arrows indicating direction. Right side emphasizes imbalances with "TIGHT" and "WEAK" labels.

    Upper Crossed Syndrome

    The sibling of Lower Crossed Syndrome is Upper Crossed Syndrome. Again, there’s a cross pattern of [...]

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  • 21
    Feb
    A diagram illustrating the iliotibial band (ITB) along the leg with labels "TFL," "Gluteus Maximus," and "Close Up of Knee." The knee shows "ITB," "Patella," and "Tibia" labeled.

    The IT Band

    The Iliotibial Band (IT Band or ITB) is a long tendinous piece of tissue on the [...]

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  • 7
    Feb
    Diagram illustrating the hip and knee anatomy, highlighting the iliotibial band (ITB), tensor fasciae latae (TFL), trochanteric bursa, and knee bursae with labeled arrows.

    Hip Bursitis

    All over the body, there are little fatty cushions that sit between tendons and bones. These [...]

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  • 17
    Jan
    Muscles labeled as abdominals, lumbar, glutes, and hip flexors are shown. Next to it, a diagram of a person with arrows and labels: "tight" and "weak" indicate muscle imbalances.

    Lower Crossed Syndrome

    Lower Crossed Syndrome describes a pattern of tension and weakness in muscles around the pelvis. It [...]

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  • 6
    Jan
    A diagram illustrates the sciatic nerve passing through the piriformis muscle, with an anatomical view of the hip and leg. Labels include "Piriformis Muscle," "Sciatic Nerve," and "Nerve Piercing Muscle." ©Freya Gilmore.

    Sciatica in Pregnancy

    Pregnancy is comparable to a series of marathons, and for some women, that's reflected in their [...]

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  • 18
    Dec
    Three diagrams of knee joints labeled "Maltracking," "Alta," and "Baja" depict different kneecap positions with arrows. Each shows the patella's movement: lateral, upward, and downward.

    Knee Cap Problems: Patellofemoral Pain

    The knee is made up of a few different joints. The one in focus today is [...]

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  • 1
    Dec
    A person holds their lower back with an overlay of the pelvic anatomy labeled: "Disc?," "Facet?," "Ligament?," "SIJ?," and "Muscle?" Indicating possible sources of pain or issues.

    Back Pain in Cold Weather

    Do you find that your lower back pain worsens as winter approaches? You're not alone, as [...]

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  • 4
    Nov
    Left leg with fractured bone and triangular hazard symbol indicated, right leg shows muscles labeled "MUSCLES" and "ARTERY", both legs are wearing shoes. Text: "FRACTURE", "MUSCLES", "ARTERY".

    Compartment Syndrome

    The muscles in the limbs are organised into compartments, each with blood vessels and nerves running [...]

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  • 16
    Sep
    Avin stands in front of anatomical posters titled "THE SPINAL NERVES" and "Human Spine Disorders," wearing a black polo shirt with "BOSS" logo, in a clinical setting.

    A Visit to: MSK Osteopath, Uppingham

    A Visit to: MSK Osteopath, UppinghamRead how a patient had a positive experience with MSK Osteopath [...]

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  • 22
    Aug
    Diagram comparing foot conditions. Left side: "Pes Planus" shows flat foot with inward-pointing Achilles. Right side: "Pes Cavus" shows high arch with outward-pointing Achilles.

    High Arches and Flat Feet

    Generally, "normal" has a broad range. The main arch in the foot sits along the inner [...]

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