Knee Deformity: Causes, Types, and Contributing Factors
Knee deformities result from a complex interplay of genetic, developmental, traumatic, degenerative, inflammatory, and biomechanical factors that disr...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedic Conditions
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Knee Malalignment: Causes, Types, and Contributing Factors
Knee malalignment arises from a complex interplay of anatomical predispositions, biomechanical imbalances, historical traumatic injuries, and progress...
By Jordan
Knee Arthritis: Understanding Thigh Pain, Causes, and Management Strategies
Yes, knee arthritis can cause thigh pain due to referred pain, muscular compensation, nerve irritation, or associated conditions, even if it's not the...
By Hart
Patellofemoral Syndrome: Signs, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Patellofemoral Syndrome primarily manifests as anterior knee pain around or behind the kneecap, aggravated by activities like squatting, stair climbin...
By Alex
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) of the Knee: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) of the knee is a rare joint disorder where a segment of bone and its overlying cartilage separates due to blood supply...
By Jordan
Hip Dysplasia: Mimicking Conditions, Diagnostic Challenges, and Differentiating Factors
Many conditions, including femoroacetabular impingement, labral tears, osteoarthritis, and various soft tissue and spinal issues, can mimic hip dyspla...
By Hart
Torn Knee Cartilage: Understanding When Walking is Safe, Risks, and Management
While walking with a torn knee cartilage may be possible for some, its safety and advisability depend heavily on the tear's type, size, location, and ...
By Jordan
Freiberg's Disease: Surgical Options, Recovery, and Risks
Surgical options for Freiberg's disease, chosen when conservative methods fail, aim to decompress, restore mechanics, or reconstruct the affected meta...
By Jordan
