Skier's thumb describes an injury of the soft tissue that connects the bones of your thumb together. In medical terms, this soft tissue is called a ligament. Skier’s thumb accounts for a significant ...

Soft tissue injuries, such as strains and sprains, are common. Soft tissues are different kinds of cells that surround and support your organs and skeletal system. They include your: Other soft tissue ...

A contracture is when your muscles, tendons, or other soft tissues harden or stiffen around a joint. That can make it difficult to move your fingers, ankles, and other body parts. It also can leave ...

A machinery accident left a 25-year-old man with a mangled hand, but doctors got creative to save his thumb. Mike Hindle via Unsplash When patients experience extreme trauma, sometimes doctors have to ...

A deep tissue massage targets deep layers of muscle and the surrounding tissues. People may choose this type of massage to treat sports injuries or chronic pain. In this article, we look at the ...

Soft tissue injuries typically describe damage to muscles, tendons, and ligaments. They may lead to pain, swelling, and restricted mobility and can occur for many reasons. Some potential causes ...

1 Discipline of Physiotherapy, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 Department of Ambulatory and Primary Health Care, Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, Wollongong, New ...