Osteoarthritis: Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Management
Osteoarthritis is a chronic, progressive degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage and underlying bone, leading to pain, ...
By Jordan
Category: Joint Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Joint Health" category.
Acromioclavicular Joint: Function, Anatomy, and Clinical Importance
The acromioclavicular (AC) joint links the scapula and clavicle, enabling precise scapular movements essential for full shoulder range of motion, stab...
By Alex
Meniscus Tears: Non-Surgical Treatment, Recovery, and When to Consider Surgery
Non-surgical management of a meniscus injury often involves a phased rehabilitation program focused on pain management, restoring range of motion, and...
By Jordan
Flare Ankle: Understanding Symptoms, Causes, and Management
A "flare ankle" is a colloquial term describing a sudden increase in pain, swelling, instability, or discomfort from an underlying ankle con...
By Jordan
Knee Clicking When Straightening Leg: Causes, Concerns, and Management Strategies
Knee clicking when straightening the leg is often a benign release of gas bubbles, but can signal structural issues like meniscal tears or cartilage w...
By Alex
Thumb Basal Joint Pain: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Thumb basal joint pain primarily results from osteoarthritis, repetitive strain, acute injury, or inflammatory conditions, leading to discomfort durin...
By Alex
Arthritis and Polyarthritis: Understanding the Difference, Causes, and Management
Arthritis is a broad term for joint inflammation, while polyarthritis is a specific type of arthritis characterized by inflammation affecting five or ...
By Jordan
Joint Injuries: Understanding Vulnerable Joints, Risk Factors, and Prevention
The knee joint is consistently identified as a prime candidate for injury due to its complex anatomy, significant weight-bearing function, and frequen...
By Alex
Tonnis Hip Score: Understanding Its Purpose, Grades, and Clinical Relevance
The Tonnis hip score is a radiographic classification system that assesses the severity of hip osteoarthritis based on specific structural changes vis...
By Alex
