by Dr. Veronica Jow | Aug 21, 2026 | Sports Injuries
Key Takeaways Knee inflammation is a sign that something in or around the knee is irritated, not a diagnosis by itself. Common causes include overuse, tendon irritation, bursitis, arthritis, cartilage changes, meniscus irritation, and ligament injury. Rest may calm a...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Aug 21, 2026 | Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine
Key Takeaways Symptoms of a strained Achilles tendon often include morning stiffness, tenderness, swelling, calf tightness, pain after activity, and reduced push-off strength. Achilles pain may improve during warm-up but return later, which means the tendon may still...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Jul 4, 2026 | Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine
Key Takeaways Connective tissue in the knee includes ligaments, tendons, cartilage, meniscus, and fascia, all of which help support stability and movement. Knee pain often happens when tissue load exceeds tissue capacity, either from sudden injury or gradual overuse....
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Jul 4, 2026 | Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine
Key Takeaways Recovery from knee replacement is about restoring motion, rebuilding strength, improving walking, and regaining confidence. The first few weeks focus on swelling control, range of motion, safe walking, and basic muscle activation. Strength continues to...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Jun 18, 2026 | Sports Injuries
Key Takeaways Beach volleyball injuries are common because sand increases fatigue, instability, and repetitive load on shoulders, knees, ankles, and Achilles. Many injuries are preventable with shoulder endurance training, calf and ankle strength, and core stability....
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Jun 18, 2026 | Sports Injuries, Sports Medicine
Key Takeaways Swimming injuries are usually overuse injuries from high repetition, fatigue, and volume spikes. Shoulder pain is most common, but neck, low back, and breaststroke knee pain are also frequent issues. The best prevention approach combines strength,...
