Fakten Check – Beachvolleyball

Beachvolleyball trainiert Koordination, Ausdauer und Schnellkraft – insgesamt ist es ein tolles Ganzkörpertraining. Außerdem macht es viel Spaß in der Gruppe, eine …

AC Dislocation

The so-called AC joint (= acromioclavicular joint) is the connection between the external end of the clavicle and the acromion of the shoulder blade.

Achilles Tendon

The Achilles tendon is often overexerted while running and the resulting inflammation (achillodynia) is common. Unfortunately, if it becomes chronic, the condition can be protracted...

Arthroscopy

During arthroscopy, a telescope with attached fibre optic cable is inserted into the joint to be examined through a thin tube (diameter 4 mm)...

Elbows

The elbow is a complex joint. The radius and ulna rotate around each other (pronation and supination), while...

Ankle/Foot

Immer wieder werde ich von Laufkollegen angesprochen, die über unangenehme Schmerzen in Bereich der Ferse klagen. Manche erzählen sogar …

Hands

Given the fascinating anatomy, complex biomechanics, and superior functionality of the hand, there are a variety of different disorders and afflictions that can arise...

Hips

Während die Arthroskopie (also Gelenksspiegelung) des Kniegelenkes oder der Schulter bereits standardmäßig eingesetzt wird …

Cryotherapy

Ice packs (=cryopacks) should not be placed directly onto the skin under any circumstances, as this can cause local frost bite.