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Description: An autoimmune disorder causing joint inflammation and damage. Symptoms: Tender, warm, swollen joints; morning stiffness; fatigue. Common Treatments: DMARDs, NSAIDs, corticosteroids, physical therapy.

Description: Inflammation of the plantar fascia, the tissue across the bottom of the foot. Symptoms: Heel pain, particularly in the morning. Common Treatments: Rest, stretching exercises, orthotics, anti-inflammatory medications.

Description: A break, usually in a bone caused by stress or impact. Symptoms: Swelling, pain, bruising, inability to move the affected limb. Common Treatments: Casting, bracing, surgery, physical therapy.

Description: Pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg caused by compression of a spinal nerve root. Symptoms: Lower back pain, buttock pain, numbness in leg or foot. Common Treatments: Physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, steroidal injections.

Description: A condition where the median nerve is compressed at the wrist. Symptoms: Numbness, tingling in the hand, weakness in grip. Common Treatments: Wrist splinting, anti-inflammatory drugs, surgery.

Description: A form of arthritis affecting the spine and large joints. Symptoms: Back pain and stiffness, reduced flexibility, fatigue. Common Treatments: NSAIDs, TNF blockers, physical therapy, exercise.

Description: A disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Symptoms: Pain all over, fatigue, cognitive difficulties. Common Treatments: Pain relievers, antidepressants, physical therapy.

Description: Inflammation or irritation of a tendon, typically caused by overuse. Symptoms: Pain at the affected site, limited range of motion. Common Treatments: Rest, ice, physical therapy, pain relievers.

Description: Inflammation of bursae, small fluid-filled sacs cushioning bones, tendons, and muscles. Symptoms: Joint pain and swelling, reduced movement, tenderness. Common Treatments: RICE, corticosteroid injections, physical therapy.

Description: Acute pain in the shin and lower leg caused by prolonged running, typically on hard surfaces. Symptoms: Leg pain, tenderness along the inner side of the shinbone, mild swelling. Common Treatments: Rest, ice, compression, proper footwear.

Description: A tear in the muscles or tendons surrounding the shoulder joint. Symptoms: Shoulder pain, weakness, difficulty lifting the arm. Common Treatments: Rest, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, surgery.

Description: Overuse and muscle strain injury causing pain around the outside of the elbow. Symptoms: Elbow pain, tenderness on the outside of the elbow, weak grip strength. Common Treatments: RICE, physical therapy, braces, surgery.

Description: Narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back, causing nerve compression. Symptoms: Lower back pain, leg pain, numbness in the legs or buttocks. Common Treatments: Physical therapy, medications, steroid injections, surgery.

Description: A sideways curvature of the spine that occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty. Symptoms: Uneven shoulders or waist, one hip higher than the other, spine curvature. Common Treatments: Bracing, physical therapy, surgery in severe cases.

Description: A noncancerous lump, often on the tendons or joints of wrists or hands. Symptoms: Visible lump, pain if pressing on a nerve, joint muscle weakness. Common Treatments: Observation, wrist splint, aspiration, surgery.

Description: Pain and inflammation on the inner side of the elbow, often related to overuse. Symptoms: Elbow pain, forearm pain, weakness in hands and wrists. Common Treatments: Rest, ice, physical therapy, braces.

Description: Stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint, leading to limited range of motion. Symptoms: Shoulder pain, gradual increase in stiffness, decreased range of motion. Common Treatments: Physical therapy, joint mobilization, NSAIDs, steroid injections.

Description: Pain in the front of the knee and around the patella (kneecap). Symptoms: Knee pain, especially when sitting with bent knees, squatting, jumping, or using the stairs. Common Treatments: Physical therapy, knee braces, anti-inflammatory medications.

Description: A degenerative joint disease where cartilage wears down over time. Symptoms: Joint pain, stiffness, reduced range of motion. Common Treatments: Pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs, physical therapy, joint replacement surgery.

Description: A condition characterized by weakened bones, increasing fracture risk. Symptoms: Back pain, loss of height over time, a stooped posture. Common Treatments: Calcium and vitamin D supplements, bisphosphonates, weight-bearing exercises.

Description: A tear in the meniscus, the cartilage between the knee joints. Symptoms: Knee pain, swelling, limited knee movement, a popping sensation. Common Treatments: RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), physical therapy, arthroscopic surgery.

Description: A tear or sprain of the ACL, one of the major ligaments in the knee. Symptoms: A 'popping' noise at the time of injury, pain, swelling, instability. Common Treatments: Surgery, physical therapy, bracing, rest.