Bones, Muscles and Joints

Bones are solid structures that give a body the framework of support. This framework is strong enough to support a person’s entire body weight and more, despite the bones themselves being relatively light. Bones have the unique job of protecting the organs of the body by surrounding them and sheltering them from external harm.  Makeup […]

Discoid Meniscus: What it is, How to Treat it

What is a discoid meniscus? Unlike a normal meniscus, which is a crescent-shaped piece of cartilage inside the knee joint, a discoid meniscus is usually oval-shaped (hence the term, discoid). The meniscus serves as a shock absorber between the thigh bone and shin bone; there are two of these cushions for each knee, on the […]

Playground Injuries: Understanding The Risks

What are the Most Common Playground Injuries? Playgrounds provide children with time to play, exercise, make new friends and enjoy some fresh air. But anyone who has children knows that fun at the playground can come with bumps, scrapes and bruises. And, unfortunately, playground fun can result in more severe injuries.  Playground injuries are inevitable […]