Shoulder Dislocation: Partial vs. Full, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
The fundamental distinction between a partial and a full shoulder dislocation lies in the degree to which the head of the humerus separates from the g...
By Alex
Category: Orthopedic Injuries
Browsing all articles filed under the "Orthopedic Injuries" category.
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injury: Understanding, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Rehabilitation
PCL injury repair involves a comprehensive approach, from non-surgical methods like rest and physical therapy for mild tears, to surgical reconstructi...
By Hart
Meniscus Tears: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
The most common structure to tear in the knee is the meniscus, a C-shaped piece of cartilage that acts as a shock absorber and stabilizer within the j...
By Jordan
Dislocated Thumb: Movement, Symptoms, What to Do, and Recovery
A dislocated thumb typically prevents movement or allows only extremely limited, painful motion due to mechanical obstruction, severe pain, and struct...
By Hart
Torn Foot Ligament: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Recovery
Identifying a torn foot ligament involves recognizing sudden, sharp pain, rapid swelling, bruising, instability, and difficulty bearing weight, necess...
By Jordan
Dislocation: Why Self-Reduction is Dangerous and How Professionals Treat It
Attempting to self-reduce a joint dislocation is highly inadvisable due to significant risks of further injury, requiring professional medical assessm...
By Alex
Cold Foot After Knee Injury: Causes, Urgent Symptoms, and When to Seek Immediate Medical Attention
A cold foot after a knee injury is a critical symptom indicating potential compromised blood flow, nerve damage, or severe swelling, all of which nece...
By Hart
Posterior Elbow Dislocation: Complications, Management, and Recovery
A posterior elbow dislocation can lead to immediate complications like neurovascular compromise and fractures, and long-term issues such as stiffness,...
By Alex
Inferior Hip Dislocation: Understanding, Reduction, and Recovery
Reducing an inferior hip dislocation is a complex, urgent medical procedure performed exclusively by trained healthcare professionals using specific m...
By Jordan
