Medically reviewed by Mallory Christopherson, DC Key Takeaways The shoulder joint is made up of four joints that work ...

The sternoclavicular joint has high native stability, with static stabilization provided by the joint capsule, costoclavicular and interclavicular ligaments. Dislocations of the sternoclavicular joint ...

The knee is a meeting place for four bones — the femur (thigh bone), tibia (shinbone), fibula (calf bone), and patella (kneecap). It requires several ligaments to keep these bones in place and ...

Raymond Brodeur in the Ergonomics Research Laboratory at Michigan State University responds: To understand what happens when you "crack" your knuckles, or any other joint, first you need a little ...

The wrist is a complex joint that marks the transition between the forearm and hand. It has many components, allowing it to do a range of movements. The radiocarpal joint is sometimes referred to as ...

In our fast-paced, action-packed lives, joint pain can often be a significant barrier that hinders our ability to perform daily activities. Whether you’re an athlete pushing your limits, a weekend ...

Feeling a dull ache in the centre of her left shoulder, Emma Mapp thought she had simply tweaked a muscle while working out at the gym. But within a month that 'niggle' had worsened to the point where ...