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Why Do We Experience Physical Pain?

There’s no doubt about it: Pain stinks. We all hate it  and a lot of us go to great lengths to try and get rid of the pain. And yet, it’s a constant part of human experience. But why do people feel physical pain  and does everyone feel pain the same way? As much as […]


Patellar Tendonitis

The patellar tendon connects the kneecap (the patella) to the shin bone. This is part of the ‘extensor mechanism’ of the knee, and together with the quadriceps muscle and the quadriceps tendon, these structures allow your knee to straighten out, and provide strength for this motion. The patellar tendon, like other tendons, is made of […]


Common Basketball Injuries

Basketball is one of the most popular sports in the United States and throughout the world. Millions of people participate in the sport at all levels of competition. Whether you are playing for the neighborhood championship or the NBA title, you can get injured. Basketball injuries can be separated into two general categories: overuse injuries […]