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Overview The hamstring muscles are the three muscles that run down the back of the thigh. They attach to the lower pelvis and to the back of the leg just below the knee. Tight hamstring muscles cause …
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… with topics such as: Finger, Hand, and Wrist Problems, Non-Injury . Shoulder Problems and … Risk Factors Osteoporosis Risk in Younger Women Osteoporosis Screening Osteotomy and … Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's Disease and Sexual Problems Parkinson's Disease and Speech …
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… of: October 10, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … of: October 10, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … of: October 10, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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Actionset Overview The thigh muscles (quadriceps) help keep the kneecap (patella) stable and in place. Weak quadriceps increase the risk of patellar tracking disorder . Ligaments and tendons also …
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… that joins the upper leg bone with the lower leg bone . The ACL keeps the knee … osteoarthritis . What causes it? You can tear your ACL when you plant your foot and then … also cause an ACL tear. What Increases Your Risk Things that increase your risk of ACL …
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Surgery Overview Surgery for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries can help you stabilize your knee and return to activity. You may have: Reconstruction surgery. With this, the surgeon replaces …
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… range of motion. You may eventually develop osteoarthritis in the knee. If you do … range of motion. You may eventually develop osteoarthritis in the knee. If you do …
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… On the same spot, jump straight up with your hands at your side. As you jump, bring your … On the same spot, jump straight up with your hands at your side. As you jump, bring your …
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… and only if you feel very minimal or no pain while you do them at home. The list below … and only if you feel very minimal or no pain while you do them at home. The list below …
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… muscles are tight or stiff. For example, your hand may stay clenched in a fist or your knee may be … (which makes the muscles stiff or tight), overactive reflexes, muscle spasms, stiff joints, …
