Joint Reduction: Understanding Dislocations, Subluxations, and the Treatment Process
When a joint is put back into its proper anatomical position after being dislocated or partially dislocated (subluxed), the medical term for this proc...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedic Health
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Q Angle: Understanding Its Origin, Measurement, and Clinical Importance for Knee Health
The "Q" in Q angle refers to the Quadriceps femoris muscle, which significantly influences the angle formed by the thigh bone and shin bone ...
By Jordan
Total Knee Replacement: Yoga Poses to Avoid, Safe Modifications, and Recovery Guidance
After total knee replacement, individuals should avoid yoga poses involving deep knee flexion, twisting under load, direct kneecap pressure, or hypere...
By Jordan
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) in the Knee: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) in the knee is the death of bone tissue from interrupted blood supply, leading to pain, functional impairment, and potential ...
By Hart
Knee Replacement: Walking, Recovery Timeline, and Rehabilitation
Walking is not only possible but a critical and encouraged component of recovery following knee replacement surgery, often beginning within hours or d...
By Jordan
Wobble Boards: Enhancing Ankle Stability, Preventing Injuries, and Aiding Rehabilitation
Wobble boards are highly beneficial for ankle health by enhancing proprioception, strengthening stabilizing muscles, and improving neuromuscular contr...
By Jordan
Artificial Hips: Lifespan, Influencing Factors, and Maximizing Durability
Modern artificial hip replacements typically last 15 to 20 years or more, with longevity influenced by patient-specific factors like age, activity lev...
By Alex
PRP Injections for Shoulder: Success Rates, Applications, and Influencing Factors
The success rate of PRP injections for shoulder injuries varies, showing moderate efficacy (60-80%) for tendinopathy and mild-to-moderate osteoarthrit...
By Hart
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL): Function, Stability, and Injury Prevention
The Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) primarily stabilizes the knee by resisting valgus stress (inward buckling), preventing excessive outward gapping,...
By Alex
