Femoroacetabular ImpingementFemoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is a condition in which extra bone grows along one or both of the bones that form the hip joint — giving the bones an irregular shape. Because they do not fit together perfectly, the bo

Shoulder Injuries in the Throwing AthleteOverhead throwing places extremely high stresses on the shoulder, specifically to the anatomy that keeps the shoulder stable. In throwing athletes, these high stresses are repeated many times and can lead to

Shoulder Pain and Common Shoulder ProblemsWhat most people call the shoulder is really several joints that combine with tendons and muscles to allow a wide range of motion in the arm — from scratching your back to throwing the perfect pitch.Mobil

Bone, Joint, and Muscle Infections in ChildrenChildren can develop infections in their bones, joints, or muscles. Often referred to as "deep" infections, the technical names for these conditions are:Osteomyelitis (bone infection)Septic arthritis

Biceps TendinitisBiceps tendinitis is an inflammation or irritation of the upper biceps tendon. Also called the long head of the biceps tendon, this strong, cord-like structure connects the biceps muscle to the bones in the shoulder.Pain in the f

Shoulder Impingement/Rotator Cuff TendinitisOne of the most common physical complaints is shoulder pain. Your shoulder is made up of several joints combined with tendons and muscles that allow a great range of motion in your arm. Because so many di

Scapula (Shoulder Blade) FracturesThe shoulder blade (scapula) is a triangular-shaped bone that is protected by a complex system of surrounding muscles. Scapula fractures represent less than 1% of all broken bones and many of them can be treated wi

Sprained ThumbA sprained thumb occurs when the ligaments that support the thumb stretch beyond their limits or tear. This usually happens when a strong force bends the thumb backwards, away from the palm of the hand. The most common way for this to