by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | September 1, 2023 | Common Conditions
Hip osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects the hip joints, causing pain and disability. It is one of the most common forms of arthritis and has been estimated to affect around 10 million people in the United States alone. Hip osteoarthritis can...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | July 28, 2023 | Common Conditions
Calcaneal bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa, a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between bones and soft tissues in the heel. It can cause pain and swelling in the back of the heel and make it difficult to walk or stand for long periods of time. Calcaneal...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | June 30, 2023 | Common Conditions
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a condition that affects the muscles and tendons around the hip. It can cause pain, swelling and tenderness in the area near your hip bone, known as the greater trochanter. GTPS is most common in women between 40-60 years...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | April 25, 2023 | Common Conditions
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD) is a common source of lower back pain, which is incredibly common among adults. As many as 90% of people will experience low back pain at some point in their lives and up to 30% are thought to be dealing with SI joint issues....
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | March 28, 2023 | Common Conditions
Stress fractures are a common injury that affects runners and triathletes. They occur when the bones in the feet, legs, or hips become overloaded from repetitive stress during exercise. Stress fractures can be incredibly painful and debilitating if left untreated and...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | February 28, 2023 | Common Conditions
What is Lower Crossed Syndrome? Lower Crossed Syndrome (LCS) is a common posture-related issue that affects the lower back, hips, and core musculature. It occurs when there are imbalances in the muscles of the abdomen and other muscles attaching to the pelvis,...
