Edward Holtman, D.C.

Hip Tendinitis AKA Iliofemoral Tendinitis

Even though the iliofemoral ligament is not a tendon, it is subject to the same strains, stresses, and over-use syndromes of all other tendons in the human body. As a result, this ligament lends itself to the successful treatment just as all other tendons. The iliofemoral ligament is a wide band that stretches between the ilium (which is part of the hipbone) and the femur (upper leg bone). Most ligaments... (posted by Edward 3 years 337 days ago.)

Putting Your Best Foot Forward Can Lead To:Plantar Fascitis or Foot Tendinitis

Foot Tendintis is brought on by walking, running, fallen arches, standing for long periods of time, athletic activity, weight pressure, twisted ankles, and the aging process. As we can see from the diagram of the bottom of the foot, the main tendon (which is actually a ligament) originates from three branches and stretches backward to join and form the long plantar ligament... (posted by Edward 4 years 61 days ago.)