Lever Test: Purpose, Performance, Interpretation, and Clinical Implications
The Lever Test, also known as Lelli's Test, is a clinical assessment used to evaluate the integrity of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the kne...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedics
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ACL Injuries: Understanding the Grading Scale, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Recovery
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) injuries are graded on a three-point scale (Grade I, II, III) to classify severity from a mild stretch to a complete ...
By Alex
Knee Ligament Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Knee ligament pain primarily results from acute injuries such as sprains or tears caused by sudden twists, impacts, or hyperextension, but it can also...
By Jordan
Shoulder Dislocation: Causes of Pain, Long-Term Consequences, and Management
Shoulder pain after a dislocation arises from immediate trauma to ligaments, tendons, muscles, bones, and nerves, with persistent pain often due to ch...
By Hart
TFCC Tear and Sprain: Understanding Anatomy, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
A TFCC tear or sprain is an injury to the Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex, a crucial wrist structure that stabilizes the distal radioulnar joint and...
By Alex
Torn Knee Ligaments: Symptoms, Types, and What to Expect
A torn ligament in the knee typically presents with immediate and often severe pain, an audible "pop" or "snap" sensation, rapid s...
By Jordan
Total Knee Replacement: The Role, Material, and Evolution of Plastic Components
Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) is the primary plastic material used in total knee replacements, chosen for its exceptional wear res...
By Alex
Dega Osteotomy: Understanding Hip Dysplasia Surgery, Procedure, and Recovery
A Dega osteotomy is a pediatric orthopedic surgical procedure designed to correct hip dysplasia by reshaping the ilium bone, improving acetabular cove...
By Alex
Toe Fusion: Post-Operative Care, Rehabilitation, and Long-Term Adaptations
Toe fusion treatment primarily involves comprehensive post-operative management and rehabilitation, focusing on pain control, surgical site protection...
By Jordan
