By Joan Carver, DPM
Division of Podiatry
Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
What causes diabetic foot problems?
Neuropathy and blood vessel disease both increase the risk of foot ulcers. The nerves of the feet are the longest in the …
By Joan Carver, DPM
Division of Podiatry
Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
What causes diabetic foot problems?
Neuropathy and blood vessel disease both increase the risk of foot ulcers. The nerves of the feet are the longest in the …
Lawrence S. Miller, MD
Director, Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
Director, Sports Medicine Program
The rotator cuff helps to lift and rotate the arm and to stabilize the shoulder. It is made up of four muscles and their tendons, which …
Albert Guarini PT, DPT, MTC
Physical Therapist
Manual therapy, or mobilization, is a type of hands-on physical therapy. The term “mobilization” deals with the soft tissue encapsulating a joint or muscle that may become restricted due to chronic postural changes, …
Lawrence S. Miller, MD
Director, Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
Most rowing injuries are caused by overuse. Any abrupt changes in training level, technique, or the type of boat rowed and a rapid increase in …
David B. Gealt, DO
Director, Sports Concussion Program
Assistant Director of Sports Medicine
Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
Running is a great form of exercise. It can enhance physical fitness, decrease stress, and give a sense of accomplishment. Most injuries …
Mark A. Pollard, MD
Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
Knee ligaments are bands of connective tissue that connect and stabilize the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin bone). The five primary ligaments in the knee include the anterior cruciate …
David B. Gealt, DO
Director, Sports Concussion Program
Assistant Director of Sports Medicine
Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
Diabetes is a disease that affects 20.8 million people or 7 percent of the population. Unfortunately, it is the sixth leading cause …
David B. Gealt, DO
Assistant Director, Sports Medicine Program
Director, Sports Concussion Program
Excessive pitching is a common cause of shoulder and elbow injuries in child and teen athletes. These overuse injuries occur over time, damaging the …
Lawrence S. Miller, MD
Director, Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
The meniscus is a fibrous cartilage tissue that sits between the thigh bone (femur) and shin bone (tibia). The meniscus is attached to the tibia and …