Haglund's disease is a bony hypertrophy at the back of the heel. First described by Swedish orthopaedic surgeon Patrick Haglund in 1927. The soft tissue near the Achilles tendon becomes irritated when the bony enlargement rubs against the shoe. This will cause a bony bump to appear on the back of the heel bone. This bump forms where the Achilles tendon attaches to the heel and often leads to painful bursitis, which is an inflammation of the bursa (a fluid-filled sac between the tendon and the bone).

Introduction: Unraveling a Silent BurdenEndometriosis is a condition as enigmatic as it is debilitating. Affecting an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, it is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterine cavity—most commonly on the ovaries, pelvic peritoneum, or bowel....

Patellofemoral syndrome is the common term used to describe one of the many conditions that cause pain around the patella.

Kyphosis is an increase in the normal back curve, with protruding scapulae and a forward head posture.

Scientists have long observed that pregnant women tend to lean back to avoid tipping over. However, this posture may place increased pressure on their spine, leading anthropologists to hypothesize that women's lower vertebrae evolved to reduce this pressure during pregnancy.The resilience of the female body during pregnancy is a marvel...

The ballet en pointe position can cause a serious ankle injury. Indeed, behind the finesse and elegance that this position exudes, a nightmare lurks.

IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant challenges to the physical and mental health of individuals globally. Among the many aspects of combating the virus, osteopathy is emerging as a complementary approach that could play a significant role in managing the physical discomfort associated with COVID-19. In this article, we will explore...