Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): When is Surgery Necessary?
While Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) surgery can be effective, it is not always necessary, as many individuals achieve relief through conservative...
By Alex
Category: Orthopedics
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Foot Ligaments: Talonavicular and Spring Ligaments, Anatomy, Function, and Injuries
The primary ligament directly connecting the talus and navicular bones is the Talonavicular Ligament, while the Spring Ligament (Plantar Calcaneonavic...
By Jordan
ACL Surgery Pain: What Hurts Most, Why, and How to Manage It
After ACL surgery, the most distinct and often prolonged pain is typically from the graft harvest site, especially with patellar tendon autografts, fo...
By Alex
Knee Ligament Injury: Self-Observation, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
At-home checks for knee ligament injuries are observational tools to recognize potential signs and symptoms that warrant immediate professional medica...
By Jordan
Hip Replacement: Eligibility, Risks, and Recovery for Elderly Patients
Yes, a 92-year-old can absolutely have a hip replacement, provided their overall health status, cognitive function, and support system are thoroughly ...
By Hart
ACL Reconstruction: Understanding the Procedure, Graft Choices, and Recovery
Normal ACL repair, more accurately termed ACL reconstruction, is a surgical procedure that replaces a torn ACL with a new tissue graft to restore knee...
By Alex
Meniscus Tear: Causes, Mechanisms, and Prevention
A meniscal tear primarily occurs when the knee is forcefully twisted or rotated while the foot is planted, damaging the C-shaped cartilage that cushio...
By Hart
Knee Osteoarthritis: Understanding, Treatment Options, and Future Therapies
The latest treatment for knee osteoarthritis involves a sophisticated, individualized, and multidisciplinary approach combining foundational lifestyle...
By Hart
Posterolateral Corner (PLC) Injury: Symptoms, Causes, and Complications
A Posterolateral Corner (PLC) injury of the knee typically presents with pain, swelling, and a distinct feeling of instability or "giving way,&qu...
By Hart
