The Centeno-Schultz Blog

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Herniated Thoracic Disc

A herniated thoracic disc is especially difficult because there are not as many treatments available as there are for disc herniations in other areas of the spine. To understand Thoracic Disc Herniations, though, we first need to cover thoracic spine anatomy and function. With disc herniation, the annulus fibrosus get small tears throughout the annulus.Read more about Herniated Thoracic Disc

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Hip Labral / Labrum tear

A tear in the hip labrum can cause a number of different symptoms.  The most common is anterior hip or groin pain which may radiate down to the level of the knee (3).  Pain develops gradually and typically is dull in character made worse with walking, pivoting and running.  Hip labral tears are easily seen on MRI.Read more about Hip Labral / Labrum tear

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Hip Ligament Injuries

Ligaments are connective tissue structures that connect bone to bone. They help provide stability for joints such as the hip. There are four main hip ligaments that help to keep the hip in its natural socket. If these ligaments are injured, then they may cause pain directly.Read more about Hip Ligament Injuries

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Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)

Also known as “IT Band Syndrome” also known as “ITB Syndrome,” iliotibial band syndrome is a painful medical condition that affects the lateral hip, leg, and knee. It can affect individuals of all ages and most often is caused by repetitive activities like running, cycling, hiking, and walking.Read more about Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)

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Interstitial Cystitis

Interstitial Cystitis has been called many names, such as Painful Bladder Syndrome, Urethral Syndrome, Trigonitis, and Bladder Pain Syndrome.Read more about Interstitial Cystitis

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Knee Arthritis

In the human body, a joint is simply where 2 ends of bone come together. At the ends of these bones, there is a thick substance called “Hyaline Cartilage” that lines the ends. Hyaline cartilage is extremely slippery which allows the two ends of the bone to slide on top of each other.Read more about Knee Arthritis

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Knee Bursitis

Bursitis is the inflammation of the bursa around the joints. Each year, 1 of every 10,000 individuals globally develops bursitis in the knee and elbow. Bursitis can occur in the shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, and feet.Read more about Knee Bursitis

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Knee Instability

Knee instability is a condition that results when the knee joint is unstable and does not move or function normally. This can cause the knee to feel like it is going to give out or buckle.Read more about Knee Instability

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Lateral Epicondylitis / Tennis Elbow

Lateral epicondylitis otherwise known as tennis elbow is an overuse injury involving the extensor muscles that originate on the bony prominence (epicondyle) on the outside (lateral) aspect of the elbow. It is more properly termed tendinosis that specifically involves the origin of the extensor carpi radialis brevis muscle.Read more about Lateral Epicondylitis / Tennis Elbow

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LCL Sprain

What is an LCL Sprain? A strain or tear to the lateral collateral ligament (LCL) is known as an LCL injury. The LCL is a band of tissue that runs along the outer side of your knee. It aids in keeping the bones together while you walk, ensuring that your knee joint remains stable.Read more about LCL Sprain

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