An uncontrolled urge to move one’s legs is referred to as “restless legs.” This can happen while trying to sleep, while traveling, or any time

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease in which certain cells of the immune system malfunction and attack healthy joints. RA causes inflammation

What is a Sesamoid?A sesamoid is a bone embedded in a tendon. Sesamoids are found in several joints in the body. In the normal foot, the

“Shin splints” is a term to describe pain and swelling in the front of the lower legs. The pain usually appears after and is aggravated

Swelling of the feet may be due to many factors, including trauma, infection, tumor, varicose veins, improper function of the lymphatic system, poor circulation, hypertension, and

Synovitis is inflammation of the tissues that line a joint. It is commonly associated with specific diseases such as arthritis or gout, but may also

What Is a Tailor’s Bunion?Tailor’s bunion, also called a bunionette, is a prominence of the fifth metatarsal bone at the base of the little toe.

What is a Talar Dome Lesion?The ankle joint is composed of the bottom of the tibia (shin) bone and the top of the talus (ankle)