Back
Low Back Strain
A low back strain is a stretch or tear of a muscle in the lower back that hold the vertebrae in its proper place. A low back strain can occur from lifting heavy objects, sitting or standing for long periods of time or a direct blow to the area.
Spondylolysthesis/Spondylolysis
Spondylolysthesis and Spondylolysis are common causes of low back pain in adolescents.
Elbow
Little League Elbow
Little league elbow is a painful inflammation of the bony bump on the inside of the elbow where the tendons of the muscles that bend your wrist and fingers are located. Little league elbow occurs as a result of overuse to the muscles of the elbow and forearm from activities such as throwing a ball.
Bursitis
Bursitis is swelling or irritation of a bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between tendons, ligaments, bones, and skin.
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) is a condition in which a piece of cartilage and the underlying bone separate.
Foot and Ankle
Ankle Sprain
An ankle sprain is a stretching or tearing of the ligaments. Signs of an ankle injury include pain, swelling or trouble walking. This often happens after an injury that involves twisting or rolling of the ankle. Sprains can often be treated at home, but a doctor may need to be seen if symptoms remain.
Foot Sprain or Strain
A foot sprain is a stretching or tearing of the ligaments that connect the bones of the foot. A foot strain is a stretching or tearing of the tendons and muscles in the foot.
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) is a condition in which a piece of cartilage and the underlying bone separate.
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis occurs when a broad band of tissue located on the bottom of the foot becomes painful and irritated.
Sever's Disease
Sever’s disease is a painful condition of the heel that occurs in growing children. It happens when the tendon that attaches to the back of the heel pulls on the growth plate of the bone of the heel.
General
Cauliflower Ear
Cauliflower ear is the result of a direct blow to the outer ear. Blood or other fluids fill the space in between and disrupts normal blood flow. Without adequate blood flow, the cartilage is starved of vital nutrients.
Contusions Bruises
Contusions, or bruises, are one of the most common types of injuries occurring in active children. A contusion is caused by a direct blow to the body that can cause damage to the surface of the skin and to deeper tissues as well.
Sprains
There are three types of sprains, which range from mild (Grade I) to severe (Grade III).
Strains
A strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon, the tough fibrous tissues that connects muscle to bone.
Exercised Induced Asthma (EIA)
Exercise-induced asthma, also known as EIA, is breathing difficulty that is triggered by increased activity. There are many factors that contribute to EIA.
Hand
Wrist and Hand Sprains
A sprain of the wrist and hand is a stretching or tearing of the ligaments which connect the bones together and provide stability. A wrist/hand sprain may occur from a direct blow to the area, falling on an outstretched hand, or an abrupt twist or hyperextension.
Head
Knee
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear (ACL Tear)
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The ACL is one of four main ligaments in the knee. Surgery to rebuild the ACL is called arthroscopic ACL reconstruction. It usually takes 6 to 9 months of recovery before returning to normal activities.
Bursitis
Bursitis is swelling or irritation of a bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between tendons, ligaments, bones, and skin.
Hamstring Strain
A hamstring strain is a stretching or tearing of the hamstring muscles located in the back of the thigh. Hamstring strains are usually caused by an over-stretching of the muscle. Symptoms of a hamstring strain include immediate pain in the muscle, pain with movement and swelling or bruising.
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
The Iliotibial Band (IT Band) is an extension of muscle on the outside of the thigh. IT band syndrome is a painful condition caused by overuse. Symptoms of IT band syndrome include pain on the outside of the knee or hip that becomes worse with activity.
Knee Sprain
Knee sprains can be significant injuries that occur from a stretch or tear of the ligaments in and around the knee. The four main ligaments of the knee most often damaged are the Anterior Cruciate (ACL), Posterior Cruciate (PCL), Medial Collateral (MCL) and Lateral Collateral (LCL).
Meniscus Injuries
The meniscus are two pieces of cartilage located in the knee joint that are responsible for cushioning and adding stability to the knee.
Osgood-Schlatter's Disease
Osgood-Schlatter's Disease is one of the most common causes of knee pain in active children.
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) is a condition in which a piece of cartilage and the underlying bone separate.
Patellar Subluxation
A patellar subluxation means that the kneecap has briefly slid out of its normal place in the groove at the center of the bottom end of the thigh bone.
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellar Tendinitis is inflammation of the patellar tendon located directly below the knee cap.
Patellofemoral Pain
Patellofemoral pain is when there is pain in the soft tissue of the knee and around the patella (kneecap).
Lower Leg
Shin Splints
Shin splints are a painful condition that affects the front and/or sides of the lower leg.
Stress Fractures
A stress fracture is an overuse injury resulting from repetitive forces that are directed to weight bearing bones.
Shoulder
Bursitis
Bursitis is swelling or irritation of a bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between tendons, ligaments, bones, and skin.
Rotator Cuff Tendonitis
Rotator Cuff Tendonitis is inflammation of the rotator cuff muscles tendons surrounding the shoulder joint.
Shoulder Sprain
A shoulder sprain is a stretching or tearing of the Acromioclavicular (AC) ligament. This is located where your collar bone and shoulder meet, often called the AC joint.
Thigh
Hamstring Strain
A hamstring strain is a stretching or tearing of the hamstring muscles located in the back of the thigh. Hamstring strains are usually caused by an over-stretching of the muscle. Symptoms of a hamstring strain include immediate pain in the muscle, pain with movement and swelling or bruising.
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
The Iliotibial Band (IT Band) is an extension of muscle on the outside of the thigh. IT band syndrome is a painful condition caused by overuse. Symptoms of IT band syndrome include pain on the outside of the knee or hip that becomes worse with activity.
Stress Fractures
A stress fracture is an overuse injury resulting from repetitive forces that are directed to weight bearing bones.
Thigh and Hip Strains
A strain of the thigh/hip is a stretching or tearing of a muscle and is commonly referred to as a “pulled muscle.”
Bursitis
Bursitis is swelling or irritation of a bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between tendons, ligaments, bones, and skin.
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