Tag Archives: Bone Spurs

Causes of Back Pain for Women

Anyone who has experienced back knows that it affects the quality of life in myriad ways. Back pain is a debilitating condition that cause lost hours of work, missed social functions, and lower quality of life overall. “Strong, Women, Strong Backs” by Miriam E. Nelson Ph.D., Friedman School of Nutrition, Science and Policy, Tufts University; […]

How Do Compressed Discs and Pinched Nerves in the Neck Occur?

Compressed discs and dry nerves in the neck are two of the most frequently discussed problems that people seek treatment for. Both can cause pain, numbness, and weakness that can disrupt the life of the person experiencing it. Knowing how these two causes occur can be very helpful in preventing them from falling victim to […]

Bone Spurs (Osteophytes) of the Hip Joint

Bone Spurs (Osteophytes) A bone spur or ostophyte is a bony projection that forms along joints. They are seen in conditions like arthritis. The bone spurs limit joint motion and can cause major pain. A bone spur can cause extreme pain in the knee, elbow, hip, shoulder, spine, nose, mouth, heel, fingers, toes, or neck. […]

Iontophoresis and Physical Therapy

What is iontophoresis? Iontophoresis is the use of an electrical current to deliver medication through the skin to a specific treatment area. This is another way of delivering medication to an area other than orally or with a needle injection. The type of medication used will be based on the desired effect to the treated […]

Arthritis of the Big Toe

Hallux rigidus is a form of degenerative arthritis that occurs in the joint at the base of the big toe. People who have fallen arches or excessive pronation (rolling) of the ankle are more likely to develop hallux rigidus. It most commonly affects people between the ages of 30 and 60, and can be inherited […]