by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | April 25, 2023 | Common Conditions
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction (SIJD) is a common source of lower back pain, which is incredibly common among adults. As many as 90% of people will experience low back pain at some point in their lives and up to 30% are thought to be dealing with SI joint issues....
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | March 28, 2023 | Common Conditions
Stress fractures are a common injury that affects runners and triathletes. They occur when the bones in the feet, legs, or hips become overloaded from repetitive stress during exercise. Stress fractures can be incredibly painful and debilitating if left untreated and...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | February 28, 2023 | Common Conditions
What is Lower Crossed Syndrome? Lower Crossed Syndrome (LCS) is a common posture-related issue that affects the lower back, hips, and core musculature. It occurs when there are imbalances in the muscles of the abdomen and other muscles attaching to the pelvis,...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | February 3, 2023 | Common Conditions
Chondromalacia patella is a serious knee disorder that can cause severe pain and mobility issues if not treated properly. It occurs when the cartilage underneath the kneecap starts to break down, causing swelling, stiffness, and tenderness in the joint. The condition...
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | December 30, 2022 | Common Conditions
Compartment syndrome is a painful condition. The muscles often begin to swell due to trauma. And if patients allow the swelling to continue, it can cause enough pressure to create nerve and muscle damage. Sometimes even resulting in disability in the affected muscles....
by Dr. Bryan D. Royer | December 1, 2022 | Common Conditions
About 40% of people will develop sciatica at some point in their lifetime1. While sciatica becomes more frequent as people age, it is still one of the most misunderstood types of pain. Since sciatica is largely misunderstood, this post aims to shed more light and...
