Moira M. McCarthy, MD

9 Home Remedies for Knee Pain.

9 Home Remedies for Knee Pain As you may be painfully aware, knee pain is very common. Global estimates suggest that more than 1 in 5 adults age 40 and over experience this type of joint problem, and knee pain in men and women in the United States increases steadily after age 60. Here are some of the best home-based ways to help...

Causes of Pain Between the Shoulder Blades.

Causes of Pain Between the Shoulder Blades Upper back pain between the shoulder blades has many causes, including muscle strain, herniated discs, arthritis, or, less often, a serious health problem. Treatment for pain between the shoulder blades depends on the cause but frequently includes stretching and medications for pain.

‘Don’t push into pain!’ How to rescue your knees from everything from torn ligaments to injured tendons.

‘Don’t push into pain!’ How to rescue your knees from everything from torn ligaments to injured tendons From runner’s knee to fraying cartilage, knees are involved in 40% of sports injuries. But it can be hard to pin down what’s wrong, or what to do about it. Just because knee issues are common, that doesn’t mean we should ignore them and soldier on.

Pickleball injuries and prevention.

Pickleball injuries and prevention The popularity of pickleball has exploded in the last few years, and according to a recent report, so have injuries attributed to the relatively new sport.

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Deep learning enables faster, more accurate decisions for treatment of shoulder abnormalities.

Deep learning enables faster, more accurate decisions for treatment of shoulder abnormalities QUT scientists have developed a deep learning framework to detect shoulder abnormalities such as fractures in X-ray images with 99% accuracy to enable clinicians to make correct and speedy decisions in emergency situations.

From Surgery to Sports: ACL Reconstruction Recovery Explained.

From Surgery to Sports: ACL Reconstruction Recovery Explained An ACL rupture (complete tear) is often treated with reconstruction surgery, in which the torn ligament is rebuilt with new tissue.

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Obesity associated with increased complications after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.

Obesity associated with increased complications after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair Despite similar pain and function scores, patients who were obese and underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair had increased rates of complications, readmissions and reoperations vs. non-obese patients, published results showed.

Should You Worry About Joints Cracking or Popping?

Should You Worry About Joints Cracking or Popping? Cracking and popping joints, medically known as crepitus, are normal. Joints are points in your body where two bones meet. You might occasionally hear your knees popping or notice your back or bones crack as you move them.

What is tendon rupture?

What is tendon rupture? A tendon rupture is a break in a tendon, the structure that joins a muscle to a bone. It can result from overuse, an injury, or an underlying condition.

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Meniscal coverage offers clue to painful discoid lateral meniscus.

Meniscal coverage offers clue to painful discoid lateral meniscus With all of the fantastic imaging techniques available in healthcare today, clinicians are capable of diagnosing tissue and joint deformities using non-invasive imaging with remarkable accuracy.

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Achieving optimal outcomes for teen athletes with ACL injury.

Achieving optimal outcomes for teen athletes with ACL injury Perhaps counterintuitively for their young age, teen athletes are at highest risk of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and reconstruction plus recurrence compared with other age groups

Meniscal repair may be effective in revision ACL reconstruction.

Meniscal repair may be effective in revision ACL reconstruction Meniscal repair in the revision ACL reconstruction setting is indeed a worthwhile endeavor, with an 84% success rate over 6 years

Mapping blood vessel network of the meniscus with high precision.

Mapping blood vessel network of the meniscus with high precision Knee operations on the meniscus cartilage are a frequent procedure on a particularly complex part of the human body. Empa researchers want to provide an improved basis for clinicians in order to reduce the risks of the operation.

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Future of Football: Why ACL injuries have been on rise in women's game - and the technology and solutions to fix it.

Future of Football: Why ACL injuries have been on rise in women's game - and the technology and solutions to fix it It has been the hottest topic in the women's game - but not for welcome reasons. Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are wreaking havoc within the sport, depriving top competitions, leagues and tournaments of some of the world's best players.

Why Do My Knees Hurt When I Run? 6 Reasons.

Why Do My Knees Hurt When I Run? 6 Reasons Whether you're new to running or a veteran marathoner, you may wonder,

Younger Age of Primary ACL Injury, Decreased Time to Return to Sport Significantly Increases Risk of Secondary ACL Injury in Adolescent Athletes.

Younger Age of Primary ACL Injury, Decreased Time to Return to Sport Significantly Increases Risk of Secondary ACL Injury in Adolescent Athletes In adolescent athletes who underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), the younger the athlete at the time of primary ACLR and an earlier return to sport (RTS) were significantly associated with an increased rate of secondary ACL injuries, according to new study presented at the 2024...

Causes of Shoulder Pain and Treatment Options.

Causes of Shoulder Pain and Treatment Options Reasons for why your shoulder hurts can vary, but where you feel pain can help narrow down the cause. You may have an ache from something as simple as poor posture at the computer.

Kids Specializing in One Sport More at Risk for Injury and Burnout, Experts Say.

Kids Specializing in One Sport More at Risk for Injury and Burnout, Experts Say The type of workout you do, and how your body gets its energy to fuel that movement, helps define these different forms of exercise.

10 Exercises to Help Relieve Knee Pain.

10 Exercises to Help Relieve Knee Pain Gentle stretching and other low impact exercises can strengthen the muscles that support your knee joint.

Sleep can give athletes an edge over competitors, but few recognize how fundamental sleep is to performance.

Sleep can give athletes an edge over competitors, but few recognize how fundamental sleep is to performance A healthy sleep pattern can be a stealthy game plan for athletes to gain an edge over their opponents. Only a few top elite athletes know the secret of early bedtimes for optimal performance.

Sports Injuries: How to Protect Yourself.

Sports Injuries: How to Protect Yourself When discussing sports-related injuries, we typically think of professional or organized scholastic sports.

Re-revision ACL reconstruction may impact return to sport level.

Re-revision ACL reconstruction may impact return to sport level Re-revision ACL reconstruction was associated with improvements in stability and patient-reported outcomes.

6 Foods To Eat for Healthy Joints.

6 Foods To Eat for Healthy Joints You may already be taking medicines — either prescription or over the counter — to relieve stiffness, inflammation and pain in your joints.

How to strengthen your knee.

How to strengthen your knee While it may be tempting to avoid exercise when knee pain occurs, this is not always the appropriate solution.

Deltoid Muscle Anatomy and Function.

Deltoid Muscle Anatomy and Function The deltoid muscle is the main muscle of the shoulder. A triangle-shaped muscle, it helps move your upper arm and stabilizes the shoulder joint.