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The Musculoskeletal (MSK) system is that composed of the muscles, bones, joints and adjacent connective tissues. There are many factors both internal and external that can affect one or more of these structures which can cause pain, discomfort and overall affect your activities of daily living whether is it sport, work and even sleeping.
There are over 100 varieties of arthritis in the body that can present at different ages, locations and have different signs and symptoms. Common categories of arthritis include:
A ligament is a fibrous tissue that connects bones and joints. To overstretch or tear this structure is classified as a SPRAIN. This can be due to such injuries including rolling/twisting your ankle, dislocating your shoulder and any other hyper movements past your joints natural barrier. There are 3 grades of sprains where 1 is mild, 2 is a little more severe and 3 is a complete tear.
Some symptoms and signs include:
A STRAIN on the other hand is an overstretch/tear of a muscle or a tendon. This can happen with many forms of exercise or direct trauma to the muscle belly or tendon. Common sites where strains are prevalent are in the hamstrings while running and in the lower back when twisting or bending down.
Some symptoms and signs include:
A RSI is the damaged and pain caused by repetitive movements and overuse impacting muscles, nerves, ligaments and tendons. Common in the elderly but are also due from improper techniques and general overuse in everyday life. This can be from such events as sporting, hobbies, gym workouts, work and even just driving around in your car. Ergonomics plays a big role in producing RSI as we are at work for long periods of time. Common sites include are in the upper limb in the shoulders, elbows and hands with conditions such as bursitis and carpal tunnel syndromes.
Common signs and symptoms include:
