Hawkins-Kennedy Impingement Test: What a Positive Result Means for Shoulder Pain
A positive Hawkins-Kennedy Impingement Test indicates potential subacromial impingement syndrome in the shoulder, where rotator cuff tendons are compr...
By Alex
Category: Orthopedics
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Finger Injuries: Sprains, Fractures, Dislocations, and Tendon Damage
Excessive bending of a finger, often due to hyperextension or forceful impact, can lead to a range of injuries including sprains, strains, dislocation...
By Jordan
Prosthetic Knee Failure: Mechanisms, Symptoms, and Longevity
Yes, a prosthetic knee can experience various forms of failure or damage, commonly referred to as "breaking," through mechanisms such as ase...
By Jordan
Knee Osteotomy: Age, Ideal Candidates, and Outcomes
Knee osteotomy is typically performed on younger, active adults between 40 and 60 years old to preserve the natural knee joint, delay total knee repla...
By Alex
Torn Ankle Ligament: Grades, Healing Times, and Recovery
Healing time for a torn ankle ligament varies significantly, ranging from a few weeks for mild sprains to several months or even a year for severe tea...
By Hart
Broken Hip Joint: Understanding Its Impact on Walking and Recovery
A broken hip joint severely affects walking by compromising structural integrity, stability, and pain-free mobility, leading to direct biomechanical d...
By Jordan
Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA): Principles of Rehabilitation and Recovery
The principles of Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) refer to the fundamental guidelines for successful rehabilitation, focusing on pain management, early ...
By Jordan
Hip Subluxation: Testing, Diagnosis, and Imaging Techniques
Hip subluxation is primarily diagnosed through a comprehensive clinical assessment by a healthcare professional, combining detailed patient history, p...
By Hart
Acetabulum Repair: Methods, Recovery, and Long-Term Outlook
The acetabulum can be repaired through various medical and surgical interventions, including non-surgical management, open reduction internal fixation...
By Alex
