Deep gluteal syndrome (DGS) describes a condition that creates pain in the buttock. Pain may travel down the back of the leg when the sciatic nerve is irritated. There’s various structures that can result in sciatic nerve entrapment within the gluteal space. These include the piriformis muscle; fibrous bands containing blood vessels; the gluteal muscles; […]
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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs when the median nerve is compressed as it passes through the wrist. Researchers estimate that the average person has a 1 to 10 chance of developing the condition in their lifetime. The risk is higher for individuals in certain professions and with medical conditions. The symptoms associated with CTS involve
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The foot and ankle are unique in correspondence to each other. Their range of motion includes the front-to-back, hinge-like motion we associate with walking. The foot and ankle also provide the lateral or side-to-side movement needed to change directions quickly. A problem in the foot can alter the biomechanics of the ankles, knees, hips, pelvis,
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