AC Joint Injury: Symptoms, Grades, and When to Seek Medical Attention
An acromioclavicular (AC) joint injury typically presents with localized pain at the top of the shoulder, often accompanied by swelling, bruising, and...
By Hart
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ACL Surgery: Understanding and Addressing Impaired Knee Extension
The inability to fully straighten the knee after ACL surgery often results from swelling, pain, muscle guarding, or structural issues like excessive s...
By Alex
O'Brien's Test: Purpose, Procedure, Interpretation, and Clinical Significance
The O'Brien's Test is a provocative physical examination maneuver primarily used by healthcare professionals to assess for superior labral anterior-po...
By Alex
Knee Replacement: 5-Month Recovery Milestones and Continued Rehabilitation
At five months post-total knee arthroplasty, most individuals experience significant progress in pain reduction, improved range of motion, and increas...
By Hart
Hip Replacement: Newest Procedures, Techniques, and Technologies
The newest advancements in hip replacement surgery primarily involve minimally invasive surgical approaches, innovations in implant materials, and rob...
By Hart
Bow Legs (Genu Varum): Understanding Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Bow leg, or genu varum, is a condition where legs bow outward, keeping knees apart when ankles touch, often physiological in toddlers but pathological...
By Jordan
Acetabulum vs. Labrum: Understanding Their Roles in the Hip Joint
The acetabulum is the bony, cup-shaped socket of the hip joint, while the labrum is a fibrocartilaginous ring that deepens this socket and enhances jo...
By Alex
ACL Reconstruction: Graft Strength, Ligamentization, and Recovery
While an ACL reconstruction effectively restores knee stability, the "new ACL" is generally not stronger than a healthy, native anterior cru...
By Alex
PCL Tear: Actions to Avoid for Optimal Healing and Recovery
When dealing with a PCL tear, it is crucial to avoid actions that destabilize the knee, impede natural healing, or exacerbate symptoms, prioritizing p...
By Alex
