Anterior Talofibular Ligament (ATFL): Function, Anatomy, and Injuries
The anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) primarily prevents excessive anterior displacement of the talus and limits foot inversion, especially in plan...
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Category: Orthopedics & Injuries
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Torn Wrist Ligament: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Suspecting a torn wrist ligament involves acute pain, swelling, bruising, instability, and limited range of motion after trauma, but definitive diagno...
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Hip Dislocations: Why They Internally Rotate and Clinical Implications
Posterior hip dislocations typically present with internal rotation due to posterior femoral head displacement, tension in ligaments (e.g., ischiofemo...
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Shoulder Injury: Symptoms, Self-Assessment, and When to Seek Help
Identifying a shoulder injury involves recognizing specific pain patterns, changes in range of motion, weakness, and other tell-tale signs that deviat...
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