Knee PRP Injections: Volume, Influencing Factors, Procedure, and Efficacy
The volume of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injected into a knee typically ranges from 3 to 8 milliliters, varying significantly based on the specific co...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedics
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Knee Replacement: Understanding Recovery, Sensations, and Achieving Your New Normal
While a knee replacement may not feel exactly like a natural knee, most patients achieve significant pain relief, improved function, and a high qualit...
By Jordan
Bone Marrow Edema Surgery for Knee: Procedures, Recovery, and Risks
Bone marrow edema surgery for the knee involves targeted interventions for persistent bone marrow lesions when conservative treatments fail, addressin...
By Jordan
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL): Function, Anatomy, Stability, and Injuries
The medial collateral ligament (MCL) of the tibia primarily stabilizes the knee joint by resisting valgus stress and preventing excessive gapping on t...
By Jordan
Shenton Line of the Hip: Definition, Clinical Significance, and Relevance to Movement Health
The Shenton line is a critical curvilinear radiological landmark of the hip joint, formed by the smooth arc of the inferior border of the femoral neck...
By Alex
Posterior Drawer Test: Understanding Godfrey's Test, PCL Injuries, and Assessment
The posterior drawer test, a key orthopedic assessment for knee stability, is also known as Godfrey's Test or Godfrey's Sign, particularly in older li...
By Hart
Stage 4 Hip Pain: Understanding Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Stage 4 hip pain refers to the most severe classification of hip joint degeneration, primarily advanced osteoarthritis, characterized by extensive car...
By Jordan
Knee Replacement: Indications, Candidacy, and the Decision Process
Knee replacement surgery is considered when severe knee pain and functional limitations due to advanced arthritis or significant joint damage are no l...
By Jordan
ACL Surgery: 20-Year Outcomes, Challenges, and Long-Term Joint Health
Twenty years after ACL reconstruction, most patients maintain functional stability and activity levels, but a significant proportion will develop post...
By Jordan
