Osteoarthritis: Understanding the Struggles with Pain, Mobility, and Daily Life
People with osteoarthritis primarily struggle with chronic joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, leading to significant limitations in daily ac...
By Alex
Category: Joint Conditions
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Synovial Chondromatosis: Mechanism, Nodule Formation, and Clinical Implications
Synovial chondromatosis is a rare, benign condition where the synovial membrane transforms into cartilage, forming nodules that detach and grow as loo...
By Alex
Chandler's Disease of the Hip: Understanding Avascular Necrosis, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Chandler's disease of the hip, or avascular necrosis (AVN) of the femoral head, is a debilitating condition where bone tissue dies due to interrupted ...
By Jordan
Hard Lump on Thumb Joint: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
A hard lump on your thumb joint can arise from various conditions, including osteoarthritis, ganglion cysts, tendonitis, or inflammatory diseases like...
By Alex
Chondrocalcinosis: Causes, Risk Factors, and Diagnosis
Chondrocalcinosis is primarily caused by the deposition of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals in joint cartilage, often linked to age, genetic p...
By Alex
Loose Hip: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
A "loose hip," or hip joint laxity/instability, occurs when the joint's stabilizing structures are compromised, leading to excessive motion,...
By Jordan
Shoulder Osteoarthritis: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Osteoarthritis of the shoulder is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of articular cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and ...
By Alex
Plica Syndrome of the Elbow: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Plica syndrome of the elbow is a condition characterized by pain and dysfunction caused by the inflammation or impingement of a normal synovial fold, ...
By Jordan
Shoulder Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Shoulder capsulitis is the inflammation, thickening, and contraction of the glenohumeral joint capsule, leading to significant pain and restricted ran...
By Jordan
