Why Do Meniscus Tears Cause Pain? Steve A. Mora, MD Why do meniscus tears cause pain and can some be treated without surgery? It is not always easy predicting which tears will cause pain and which ones will not. I have seen very small tears be problematic enough that...
The Stiff Elbow In Mixed Martial Arts
I have been seeing more and more young active patients present with painful and stiff elbow joints. The majority of these patients have been heavily involved in the practice of mixed martial arts (MMA). Most of the ones with severe loss of extension have been professional fighters. It is for this...