Is lower back pain becoming a constant issue for you? Suddenly, ice and heat packs no longer seem to help... The recent Physician Update publication, recommended that those suffering from back pain to utilize exercise as a way to relieve some of the pain. Once spinal issues, such as herniated disks, have been ruled out, [...]
What is it: Wartenberg’s Syndrome is described as the entrapment of the superficial branch of the radial nerve. This entrapment results in only sensory manifestation with no motor deficits. Patients with Wartenberg’s Syndrome usually complain of pain over the radial forearm distally associated with numbness over the dorsal radial hand. Wartenberg’s Syndrome can be differentiated [...]
Inflammatory arthritis is typically defined as inflammation of the joints due to infection or an overactive immune system. In general, inflammatory arthritis is viewed as a grouping of other types of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis or psoriatic arthritis. However, it should be noted that inflammatory arthritis is different from osteoarthritis. Those with inflammatory arthritis [...]
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, numbness, tingling and weakness to those areas. In this blog we will discuss the various ulnar neuropathies that affect the [...]
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 sensation, weakness or muscle cramping. California Sports & Rehab specializes in performing electrodiagnostic study which consists of two parts, first [...]
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 uses their thumb to grip hard objects. Symptoms An individual affected with Bowler’s Thumb may present pain on the inner [...]
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 for proper stabilization of the pelvis when standing, sitting or walking. It is a prime source for complaints of lower [...]
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 one puts their arm around their significant other at the movies or when one falls asleep with the upper arm [...]
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that involves either stretching or pressure of the ulnar nerve at the elbow. The ulnar nerve runs down from the shoulder down towards the elbow in front of the funny bone (olecranon) and continues between the muscles in the forearm and inside the hand giving sensation to the little [...]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve travelling through the wrist is compressed or squeezed. This nerve is surrounded by ligaments, tendons and bones that may thicken and enlarge due to many factors. These factors include either repetitive hand use, hand and palm positions that involve flexing and extending, pregnancy, genetics, [...]