Ankle Binders: Definition, Purposes, Types, and Applications
An ankle binder is an orthopedic device designed to provide external support, compression, and stabilization to the ankle joint, primarily used for in...
By Alex
Category: Orthopedics
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Modern Hip Replacement: Advancements, Techniques, and Recovery
While no single "new" hip replacement surgery was introduced in 2024, the field has rapidly evolved with significant advancements in surgica...
By Jordan
Bone Cement: Understanding Pain, Causes, and Complications
Yes, bone cement can cause pain both acutely from its properties and surgical trauma, and chronically due to complications like infection, aseptic loo...
By Hart
Deviated Patella: Understanding Maltracking, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
A deviated patella, or patellar maltracking, describes a condition where the kneecap moves abnormally within the trochlear groove of the thigh bone du...
By Alex
Ankle Impingement: Sensations, Symptoms, and Management
Ankle impingement typically feels like a sharp, pinching pain, often localized to the front or back of the ankle, particularly during end-range moveme...
By Alex
Hip Labrum: Anatomy, Function, Injuries, and Treatment
The hip labrum is a crucial ring of fibrocartilage that deepens the hip socket, enhancing stability, shock absorption, and smooth function, but is sus...
By Alex
Knee Osteotomy vs. Partial Knee Replacement: Differences, Benefits, and Candidacy
A knee osteotomy realigns the leg bones to shift weight from a damaged knee area, preserving the natural joint, while a partial knee replacement repla...
By Jordan
Knee Replacement: Longevity, Factors Affecting Lifespan, and Care
Modern total knee replacements typically last 15 to 20 years or more for the vast majority of patients, offering a durable solution for pain relief an...
By Jordan
Hemi Hamate: Understanding the Surgical Technique for Finger Joint Reconstruction
Hemi hamate refers to a surgical technique utilizing a partial hamate bone graft, primarily in reconstructive hand surgery to repair damaged finger jo...
By Hart
