SLAP Lesion: Understanding Pain, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
A SLAP lesion can cause varied pain, from mild aches to sharp, debilitating discomfort, often worsened by overhead activities or forceful shoulder rot...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedic Conditions
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Patellar Instability: Understanding Loose Kneecaps, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Fixing a loose kneecap (patellar instability) involves accurate diagnosis, targeted non-surgical rehabilitation focused on strengthening and balance, ...
By Hart
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SUFE): Causes, Risk Factors, and Clinical Implications
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SUFE) is primarily caused by a weakened growth plate in the upper thigh bone during adolescent growth, exacerbated ...
By Hart
Bowlegs: Duration, Causes, Complications, and Treatment Options
The duration of bowlegs varies significantly, with physiological cases in infants often resolving by age two, while pathological or adult-onset cases ...
By Hart
The McMurray Test: Mechanism, Procedure, and Interpretation for Meniscal Tears
The McMurray test assesses for meniscal tears by physically stressing and entrapping the meniscus between the femoral condyles and tibial plateau, eli...
By Jordan
Madelung's Disease: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Madelung's disease is a rare condition characterized by abnormal growth and curvature of the distal radius, leading to a distinctive wrist appearance ...
By Jordan
Genu Valgum vs. Valgus Deformity: Understanding Key Differences and Biomechanical Impact
Genu valgum is a specific type of valgus deformity, referring exclusively to inward angulation at the knee joint ("knock-knees"), whereas va...
By Hart
Knock Knees: Understanding, Causes, Correction, and When to Seek Help
While complete "straightening" may not always be possible, knock knees can often be significantly improved through targeted exercises, addre...
By Hart
Patella Overload: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Management Strategies
Patella overload is an overuse injury causing pain and dysfunction in the patellofemoral joint when cumulative stress exceeds its capacity, leading to...
By Hart
