Varus Stress: Understanding Definition, Injuries, and Prevention
A varus stress refers to a force applied to the medial side of a joint, causing the distal limb segment to move inward, placing tension on lateral joi...
By Alex
Category: Joint Injuries
Browsing all articles filed under the "Joint Injuries" category.
Dislocated Thumb: Risks of Self-Reduction, Immediate Care, and Professional Treatment
A dislocated thumb requires immediate professional medical attention for safe reduction and to prevent further injury, as self-reduction carries signi...
By Jordan
Leg Dislocation: Movement, Risks, First Aid, and Recovery
A dislocated leg is typically impossible or extremely painful to move due to severe pain, loss of joint integrity, muscle spasms, and potential nerve ...
By Alex
Radial Head Dislocation: Understanding, Reduction, and Recovery
Reducing a radial head dislocation is a precise medical procedure performed by a qualified healthcare professional using specific manipulative techniq...
By Hart
Joint Subluxation: Understanding Partial Dislocation, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Yes, a joint can partially dislocate, a condition medically known as subluxation, where joint surfaces are misaligned but retain some contact, unlike ...
By Jordan
Hyperextended Thumb: Understanding Injuries, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Hyperextending your thumb involves forcing the joint beyond its normal range of motion, commonly affecting the MCP joint and leading to sprains, joint...
By Hart
Ligamentum Teres Tear: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
A torn ligament of the head of the femur, known as a ligamentum teres tear, is an injury to a small intra-articular hip ligament crucial for minor sta...
By Alex
Elbow Joint Injuries: Treatment, Rehabilitation, and Prevention
Treating an elbow joint injury typically involves initial R.I.C.E. protocol, followed by professional medical diagnosis, and a tailored rehabilitation...
By Alex
Volar Plate: Anatomy, Function, Injuries, and Treatment
The volar plate is a crucial ligamentous structure on the palmar side of finger joints that prevents hyperextension and contributes to joint stability...
By Alex
