Every summer, athletes of all ages fall on an outstretched hand, on the basketball court, the soccer field, the skateboard ramp, or the gymnastics mat, and walk away convinced they have a sprain.
Summer is the prime cycling season, whether you are training for a century ride, commuting to work, or exploring local trails.
The pain shows up in nearly the same spot, develops the same way, and responds to similar first-line treatment, which is exactly why so many people get the diagnosis wrong on their own.
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, a reminder that arthritis isn't just an adult condition. Persistent hand or wrist pain, morning stiffness, and joint swelling in children deserve attention.
You feel a sharp pain on the inside of your elbow after a pitch, shake it off, and finish the inning. The next morning, gripping a coffee mug hurts and throwing feels impossible.
