Joint Injuries Archives - St Mark James Training

Subacromial Bursitis: Shoulder Pain and First Aid Awareness in Canada

Subacromial bursitis is a shoulder condition caused by inflammation of the bursa—a small fluid-filled sac that helps reduce friction between shoulder structures. When inflamed, it can cause pain and weakness during shoulder movement, especially when the arm is raised to the side. In Canada, subacromial bursitis commonly affects people involved in repetitive overhead activity, sports, […]

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Hip Synovitis: Hip Pain and Limping Awareness in Children and Adults

Hip synovitis is a condition involving inflammation of the hip joint lining, which can cause pain, stiffness, and difficulty walking. It may occur following physical activity, minor injury, or illness and is most commonly seen in young children. While hip synovitis is often temporary, its symptoms can closely resemble more serious conditions, making prompt medical

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Periostitis: Shin Pain and Overuse Injury Awareness in Canada

Periostitis is a condition involving inflammation of the periosteum, the connective tissue that covers bones and helps anchor muscles. It most commonly affects the lower leg (tibia) and is often linked to repetitive stress or overuse. This condition is frequently seen in runners and athletes but can also occur in people whose work or activities

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Lateral Meniscus Tear: Knee Injury Awareness and First Aid in Canada

A lateral meniscus tear involves damage to the outer cartilage cushion of the knee joint. Each knee has two menisci that help absorb shock and support smooth movement. Tears can occur suddenly from twisting movements or trauma, or gradually due to wear and tear over time. Meniscus injuries are common in sports, physical work, and

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Patella Dislocation: Knee Injury Awareness and First Aid Response

A patella dislocation occurs when the kneecap (patella) moves out of its normal position, most often shifting toward the outside of the knee. In some cases, the kneecap partially slips out and returns on its own—this is known as a patellar subluxation. This type of knee injury is common in sports, falls, and sudden twisting

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Ankle Impingement: Restricted Ankle Movement and Injury Awareness

Ankle impingement occurs when abnormal contact between bones or soft tissues in the ankle limits normal movement and causes pain. This often develops when extra bone growth or thickened tissue forms where the ankle bone meets the shin bone, interfering with smooth joint motion. Ankle impingement can occur at the front (anterior) or back (posterior)

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Dislocated Ankle: Serious Joint Injury and Emergency Awareness

A dislocated ankle is a severe joint injury in which the bones of the lower leg are forced out of their normal alignment at the ankle joint. This injury is uncommon and almost always occurs alongside a fracture or complete rupture of the supporting ligaments. Because the ankle is a strong and complex joint, dislocation

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Sesamoiditis: Forefoot Pain and Injury Awareness

Sesamoiditis is a condition that causes inflammation and pain in the sesamoid bones located beneath the big toe joint (first metatarsophalangeal joint). This condition most often leads to forefoot pain, particularly during weight-bearing activities such as walking, running, or standing for long periods. The sesamoid bones are two small bones embedded within the tendon beneath

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Bone Spurs: Causes, Symptoms, and First Aid Awareness

A bone spur is a bony growth that forms on otherwise normal bone. While bone spurs are usually smooth and develop slowly, they can cause discomfort or pain if they rub against nearby bones or soft tissues such as tendons, ligaments, or nerves. Bone spurs most commonly develop in the shoulders, spine, hands, knees, hips,

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Achilles Tendinopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Achilles tendinopathy is a condition that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the Achilles tendon, the strong band of tissue that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. It most commonly develops due to repeated micro-trauma rather than a single injury. After each minor injury, the tendon may not fully heal before being stressed

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