by Dr. Veronica Jow | Aug 11, 2019 | Conditions
What is carpal tunnel syndrome? The carpal tunnel is a narrow tunnel or passageway in the wrist that holds important structures of the hand. It holds the nerves, blood vessels and tendons that help control and coordinate hand movement. Because the tunnel is a small...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Aug 7, 2019 | Conditions
What is patellofemoral syndrome? Often referred to as “runner’s knee,” patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) refers to a painful condition that is attributed to the patella (kneecap) and how it behaves in the front of the knee. Although the patella seems relatively...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Aug 4, 2019 | Conditions
What is a torn meniscus? The meniscus is a piece of soft cartilage that provides protection, shock absorption, and stability to the knee between the femur (thigh bone) and the tibia (shin bone). There are two menisci in the knee: medial and lateral. Problems with the...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Aug 1, 2019 | Conditions
What is a Herniated Disc? A “disc” refers to the intervertebral discs of the spine. These are round rubbery cushions between each bone of the spine (vertebrae) that act as shock absorbers. The structure of each disc is like a jelly donut with a tougher outer casing...
by Dr. Veronica Jow | Jul 28, 2019 | Conditions
What is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the arch of the foot, connecting the heel to the toes. It serves as a shock absorber at the bottom of the feet. Contrary to popular belief, the vast majority of plantar fasciitis...
