Carrying Angle: Influencing Factors, Variations, and Functional Implications
The carrying angle, a natural valgus angulation of the forearm, is influenced by anatomical structures, developmental processes, gender, and acquired ...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedic Health
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Valgus Stress: Causes, Consequences, and Prevention
Valgus stress, an outward-directed force on a joint, is primarily caused by anatomical predispositions, biomechanical weaknesses like hip abductor def...
By Alex
Knee Ligaments: Training for Stability, Strength, and Injury Prevention
While ligaments themselves do not directly strengthen, knee joint stability can be significantly enhanced by strengthening surrounding muscles, improv...
By Alex
Tegner Activity Scale: Understanding Its Purpose, Scoring, and Applications
The Tegner Activity Scale is a patient-reported measure used in orthopedic rehabilitation to quantify an individual's physical activity level, from co...
By Hart
LCL Injury: Causes, Mechanisms, and Prevention
LCL injury, a sprain or tear of the Lateral Collateral Ligament, typically occurs from a direct blow to the knee's inside or a severe twisting motion ...
By Alex
Hip Stress: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Strategies
Hip stress occurs when forces on the hip exceed its adaptive capacity, stemming from overuse, poor biomechanics, acute trauma, structural abnormalitie...
By Jordan
Artificial Knee Pain: Understanding Causes, Diagnosis, and Management
Persistent pain after total knee arthroplasty can stem from various factors including infection, mechanical implant issues, soft tissue complications,...
By Alex
Adolescent Knee Pain: Understanding Causes, Conditions, and Management
Knee pain in 13-year-olds often results from rapid adolescent growth, increased sports activity, and specific growth plate conditions like Osgood-Schl...
By Jordan
Knee Replacement: Choosing the Best Shoes for Post-Surgery Walking and Recovery
Choosing the right footwear after knee replacement surgery is critical for supporting rehabilitation, enhancing stability, reducing stress on the new ...
By Hart
