AC Joint Pain: Location, Causes, and Associated Symptoms
AC joint pain is primarily located at the top of the shoulder, specifically where the collarbone meets the shoulder blade at the acromion, often worse...
By Hart
Category: Orthopedics
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Meniscus Tear: Conditions That Mimic Its Symptoms and Why Accurate Diagnosis is Crucial
Due to the knee's complex anatomy and overlapping symptoms, conditions like ligament injuries, osteoarthritis, patellofemoral pain syndrome, bursitis,...
By Jordan
Knee Braces for 'Bone on Bone' Arthritis: Types, Benefits, and Comprehensive Management
While knee braces cannot reverse "bone on bone" arthritis, specific types, especially unloader braces, effectively manage symptoms, reduce p...
By Jordan
ACL: Location, Anatomy, and Biomechanical Role
The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is strategically positioned deep within the knee joint, diagonally spanning from the lateral femoral condyle of t...
By Jordan
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries: Complications, Factors, and Management
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) injuries can lead to significant immediate and long-term complications, including chronic knee instability, progress...
By Jordan
Prosthesis Joint: Components, Types, Indications, and Rehabilitation
A prosthesis joint is a surgically implanted device designed to replace a damaged or diseased natural joint, restoring its function, reducing pain, an...
By Alex
Varus Angle: Definition, Manifestations, Causes, and Management
A varus angle describes an anatomical alignment where a limb's distal segment deviates inward, creating an outward bowing at the joint, which can lead...
By Jordan
Thumb CMC Joint Surgery: Procedure, Types, and Recovery
CMC surgery for advanced thumb base arthritis typically involves removing the trapezium bone and reconstructing the joint with a patient's own tendon ...
By Jordan
Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): Understanding, Walking Strategies, and Management
Many individuals with Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) can walk, but it requires careful attention to pain, gait modification, and a structured phys...
By Jordan
