Introduction Pain in the thigh often occurs after sports injuries or overloading. The musculature of the thigh is strained in most sports and often has to withstand extreme loads such as abrupt stopping and acceleration. For this reason, injuries often occur in the thigh. In general, after a sports injury, the sporting strain should be … Pain in the thigh
Pain ordered by localization If the thigh hurts on the outer side, problems with the muscles, tendons or, less frequently, the nerves supplying the thigh are often considered. A guiding structure of the outer thigh is the iliotibial tractus. This is a tendon pull that runs from the buttocks along the thigh to the knee. … Pain ordered by localization | Pain in the thigh
Pain in the thigh during pregnancy During pregnancy, thigh pain occurs more frequently. One reason for this is the body’s adjustment to the approaching birth. Hormones are used to soften the ligaments of the pelvis in particular so that the child can fit through the pelvic outlet. This can also cause the symphysis, the connection … Pain in the thigh during pregnancy | Pain in the thigh
Introduction A torn capsule on the finger is a very unpleasant matter. Those affected suddenly suffer a stabbing pain that remains pulsating and the joint swells strongly. A torn capsule requires therapy and should be presented to a doctor immediately. Even if the acute symptoms last only a few days with targeted therapy, the healing … Duration of a capsule rupture on the finger
Duration of pain/swelling Typically, the tissue around the joint swells up very quickly, causing pain and bruising. These symptoms usually last for about a week. The symptoms can be alleviated with specific measures such as cooling. If the joint is not protected, the swelling can remain and so can the pain, especially when the joint … Duration of pain/swelling | Duration of a capsule rupture on the finger
Introduction As the bones become heavier and heavier over the years and the joints increasingly refuse to function, many affected people have a “cortisone injection” administered by the orthopaedist of their choice. But also young adults and adolescents usually undergo this therapy after sports injuries, which is intended to relieve pain and increase mobility. But … Cortisone syringe
Cortisone injection for back pain When injecting into the back, the doctor aims to treat the muscles, veins or even joints. The cortisone injection is always mixed with a local anaesthetic, which is intended to break through the painful cramping and relieve the musculature. But experts are divided on the effectiveness of this form of … Cortisone injection for back pain | Cortisone syringe
Side effects Cortisone intervenes in the metabolism, more precisely in the formation of new sugar from fat. It mobilises fat from its depots and converts it into sugar. As a result, blood fat values and blood sugar levels rise. Sugar is harmful to blood vessels and organs. In combination with fats, they can lead to … Side effects | Cortisone syringe
Definition Shin pain can be an inflammation of the tendons, muscles or periosteum. In case of periosteitis of the shin bone, the medical term is periostitis and is also known as tibial edge syndrome. This very unpleasant inflammation of the thin periosteum is often caused by excessive strain. The bone marrow itself can also be … Inflammation of the tibia
Prophylaxis Inflammation cannot always be prevented, especially in athletes, many factors come together to favour its development. Therefore, especially beginners of sports should take some factors into account to avoid an inflammation or its recurrence. First of all, the training should be well adapted to the athlete’s level of performance. Exertion and abrupt increases in … Prophylaxis | Inflammation of the tibia
Introduction Pain in the back of the thigh can have numerous causes and varies in its severity and pain quality. Temporary signs of overstrain or injury are common causes, but often there are also complaints due to muscular imbalances or wear and tear. Some pains are harmless and only of short duration, but some are … Pain in the rear thigh
Treatment/Therapy The therapy depends on the cause that triggers the pain. A torn muscle fiber should be cooled immediately. Later, the muscles in the thigh should be spared for one to two days and a cooling ointment bandage should be applied. Only then should the load be slowly increased again. A Baker’s cyst that does … Treatment/Therapy | Pain in the rear thigh
