Recurrent Shoulder Dislocation: Understanding Causes, Consequences, and Treatment
Repeated shoulder dislocations progressively damage the joint's stabilizing structures, leading to chronic instability, persistent pain, weakness, and...
By Alex
Category: Orthopedics
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SMO Braces: Understanding Supramalleolar Orthoses, Benefits, and Uses
SMO braces, or Supramalleolar Orthoses, are specialized low-profile ankle-foot orthoses that provide dynamic support to the foot and ankle, improving ...
By Alex
Frozen Shoulder Surgery: Risks, Procedures, and Post-Operative Care
Frozen shoulder surgery, while effective for severe cases, carries potential risks including infection, nerve or blood vessel damage, persistent pain ...
By Alex
Knee Stability: Understanding the Medial and Lateral Collateral Ligaments
The primary ligaments stabilizing the knee's sides are the Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) and Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL), essential for preve...
By Hart
Hip Precautions: Preventing Dislocation After Surgery and Trauma
Hip precautions are specific movement restrictions and behavioral modifications designed to protect the hip joint from dislocating, most commonly foll...
By Jordan
Knee Injuries: Understanding the Most Severe Types and Their Impacts
The most severe knee injury is a tibiofemoral (knee) dislocation due to its high risk of popliteal artery and peroneal nerve damage, which can lead to...
By Alex
Kneecap (Patella): Function, Removal, and Life Without It
The knee can function without a kneecap, but its absence significantly compromises joint biomechanics, leading to reduced strength, altered movement, ...
By Alex
UCL Brace: Types, Uses, Benefits, and Important Considerations
A UCL brace is an orthopedic support device designed to stabilize and protect the ulnar collateral ligament in the elbow, primarily used in rehabilita...
By Alex
Total vs. Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement: Differences, Indications, and Rehabilitation
A total shoulder replacement mimics natural anatomy for patients with an intact rotator cuff, while a reverse total shoulder replacement reverses the ...
By Alex
