Hip Surgery: Origins, Pioneers, and Modern Advancements
The first successful total hip replacement surgery, pioneered by Sir John Charnley, was performed in 1962 at Wrightington Hospital in the United Kingd...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedic Health
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Compression Rotation Test: Understanding, Performance, and Clinical Significance
The compression rotation test, also known as Apley's Compression Test, is a clinical orthopedic assessment used to evaluate the integrity of the menis...
By Hart
Hip Decompression: Understanding Techniques, Benefits, and Applications for Joint Health
Hip decompression encompasses techniques and exercises aimed at creating space within the hip joint, reducing pressure on structures like cartilage an...
By Hart
Hand Surgery: Post-Operative Restrictions, Recovery, and Long-Term Care
Following hand surgery, strict activity restrictions, including avoiding heavy lifting, gripping, pushing, pulling, and impact activities, are crucial...
By Alex
SCJ Injury: Symptoms, Types, and When to Seek Medical Attention
An SCJ injury typically presents with localized pain, swelling, and tenderness at the base of the neck where the collarbone meets the breastbone, ofte...
By Jordan
SLAP Tear: Understanding the Consequences of Non-Repair and Long-Term Implications
Leaving a Superior Labrum Anterior-Posterior (SLAP) tear unrepaired can lead to persistent pain, chronic instability, progressive damage to the should...
By Jordan
Labrum: Anatomy, Function, and Common Injuries
The labrum is a crucial ring of specialized fibrocartilage found within certain ball-and-socket joints, primarily the shoulder and hip, serving to dee...
By Alex
Hip Pain: Activities, Posture, and Lifestyle Factors That Aggravate It
A "bad hip" is primarily aggravated by excessive mechanical stress, poor biomechanics, repetitive movements, and lifestyle choices that wors...
By Hart
Meniscus Surgery: Optimal Sleeping Positions, Pain Management, and Recovery Tips
To sleep well after meniscus surgery, prioritize strategic positioning, elevate the operated leg, manage pain and swelling effectively, and follow all...
By Jordan
