Posterior Dislocation: Acute & Long-Term Complications
Posterior dislocations carry a significant risk of acute complications like neurovascular damage and fractures, as well as long-term issues such as ch...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedic Injuries
Browsing all articles filed under the "Orthopedic Injuries" category.
UCL Injury: Healing Times, Grades, Rehabilitation, and Prevention
UCL injury healing ranges from weeks for mild sprains to over a year for complete tears requiring surgery, with recovery influenced by injury severity...
By Jordan
AC Joint Injury: What Not to Do for Optimal Healing and Recovery
To ensure optimal healing and prevent complications after an AC joint injury, it is crucial to avoid activities that stress the joint, rush recovery, ...
By Alex
UCL Injury: Understanding, Treatment Options, and Rehabilitation
Treating an Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) injury involves a multi-faceted approach, from conservative methods like rest and physical therapy to surg...
By Jordan
Torn ACL and MCL: Recovery Time, Factors, and Rehabilitation Phases
Recovering from a torn ACL and MCL typically requires 6-12 months for a full return to high-level activity, with the specific timeline depending on in...
By Hart
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries: Disadvantages, Challenges, and Management
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) injuries lead to significant acute and chronic disadvantages including knee instability, pain, restricted mobility, ...
By Jordan
Femur Dislocation: Common Nerve Injuries, Symptoms, and Management
The sciatic nerve is the most commonly injured nerve in a femur dislocation, especially in posterior displacements, due to its anatomical proximity to...
By Jordan
Dislocated Knee: Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Long-Term Outlook
Yes, full recovery and return to activity after a dislocated knee are possible but depend on injury severity, associated damage, and rigorous, long-te...
By Alex
Elbow Dislocation: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery
An elbow dislocation occurs when the forearm bones completely separate from the upper arm bone at the elbow joint, causing severe pain, deformity, and...
By Alex
