Knee Arthroscopy: What to Expect Regarding Pain and Recovery
While knee arthroscopy involves expected post-operative pain, it is typically manageable with medication and proper care, gradually diminishing as hea...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedics
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Bankart Tear: Understanding Pain, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
A Bankart tear causes significant pain, ranging from acute severe pain immediately after shoulder dislocation to chronic discomfort influenced by tear...
By Alex
The Piano Key Test: Purpose, Procedure, and Interpretation for AC Joint Injuries
The Piano Key Test is an orthopedic clinical examination used to assess the stability and integrity of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint, primarily to ...
By Jordan
Torn PCL: Knee Bending, Symptoms, and Recovery
While often possible, bending a knee with a torn PCL is typically limited by pain, swelling, and instability, with the degree of movement depending on...
By Jordan
McMurray Test: Procedure, Interpretation, and Clinical Significance
The McMurray test is a clinical orthopedic maneuver performed by applying specific knee movements and rotational stresses to assess for meniscal tears...
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Knee Surgery: Defining Success, Common Procedures, and Influencing Factors
Success in knee surgery is defined by significant pain reduction, restoration of functional mobility and strength, return to desired activities, and h...
By Alex
Joint Popping: Understanding Causes, Red Flags, and Treatments
In orthopedics, a 'pop' is an audible joint sound that is often harmless due to gas bubbles or tendon movement, but can signify a serious injury like ...
By Jordan
Torn UCL: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
A torn Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) in the elbow typically presents as acute pain, a 'pop' sensation, and immediate weakness, or as gradual pain, d...
By Alex
Total Hip Prosthesis: Components, Materials, and Fixation Methods
A total hip prosthesis is a biomechanical system designed to replace a damaged hip joint, consisting of four primary components: the femoral stem, fem...
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