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Our latest blog posts on nerve conduction studies

Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (TTS)

Normal foot vs. Tarsal Tunnel Syndrom Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, often abbreviated to TTS, is defined as the compression of the posterior tibial nerve at the tarsal tunnel. The condition is similar to carpal tunnel, only [...]

ALS: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, more commonly known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, is a neurodegenerative disease that targets the nerve cells in both the brain and the spinal cord.  Motor neurons reach from the brain [...]

Stockbroker’s Elbow

We have all heard of carpal tunnel syndrome - nerve compression at the wrist causing a tingling and numbness sensation in the thumb, index and middle fingers. Another equally irksome problem is cubital tunnel syndrome. [...]

Beat College stress, Avoid the Migraines

Most people experience headaches, often due to triggers related to their age, gender, health and overall lifestyle. College students are no different. In fact, these young and seemingly healthy individuals often lead lifestyles that put [...]

Ulnar Neuropathy

The Ulnar nerve runs all the way from the neck, through the elbow and into the pinky and ring fingers. Along the way there are many opportunities for the nerve to be pinched causing pain, [...]

Information about Electrodiagnostic Study

Information about Electrodiagnostic Study Electrodiagnostic
study reveals the condition of your nerves and muscles and can also determine the presence, nature and degree of any damage. This study also verifies any unexplained nagging pain, numbness, tingling [...]

Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy

At California Sports & Rehab we are on the very forefront of medical advances in regenerative medicine. This week we will discuss our technique of PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) Therapy. This innovative therapy allows individuals [...]

Bowler’s Thumb

Bowler’s Thumb Bowler’s thumb is a neuropathic medical condition in which the median and radial nerve is compressed or repeatedly under pressure causing pain at the thumb. This nerve becomes damaged after an individual consistently [...]

Quadratus Lumborum Syndrome

Quadratus Lumborum Syndrome The Quadratus Lumborum muscle starts at the top of the pelvis and runs up to the 12th rib of the lower back on both sides of the spine. This muscle is essential [...]

Radial Nerve Palsy ( Saturday Night Palsy)

Radial Nerve Palsy, commonly known as Saturday Night Palsy, Honeymoon Palsy or Crutch Palsy, refers to an injury or compression of the radial nerve at the upper arm. This often happens on Saturday nights when [...]

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