Fovea Hip: Definition, Function, and Clinical Importance
The fovea hip (fovea capitis femoris) is a small, non-articular depression on the femoral head serving as the attachment for the ligamentum teres and ...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedics
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Knee Replacement: Understanding Persistent Stiffness 4 Months Post-Surgery
Persistent knee stiffness four months after total knee replacement is not typical for an uncomplicated recovery and often indicates an underlying issu...
By Jordan
Basal Joint Surgery: Procedures, Recovery, and Outcomes
Basal joint surgery, primarily treating thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) joint osteoarthritis, is broadly termed thumb CMC or basal joint arthroplasty, wit...
By Alex
Skiing with an Artificial Hip: Risks, Preparation, and Safe Return to the Slopes
Many individuals with an artificial hip can return to skiing, provided they receive medical clearance, undergo comprehensive rehabilitation, and adher...
By Hart
Shoulder Reconstruction Surgery: Understanding Procedures, Recovery, and Risks
Shoulder reconstruction surgery encompasses various procedures designed to repair, stabilize, or replace shoulder joint components to alleviate pain, ...
By Alex
Grind Test: Understanding, Applications, and Interpretation
A grind test is an orthopedic assessment maneuver used by healthcare professionals to evaluate joint integrity and health by applying compressive and ...
By Alex
Bicep Tendon Clicking: Causes, Concerns, and Strategies for Management
To stop bicep tendon clicking, identify its cause, which can range from benign joint sounds to tendon subluxation or inflammation, and address it thro...
By Hart
RSA Surgery: Understanding Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty, Indications, Procedure, and Recovery
Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty (RSA) is a specialized surgical procedure that reverses the ball-and-socket components of the shoulder joint to restore ...
By Alex
Navicular Bone Fusion: Congenital, Acquired, Biomechanics, and Management
A fusion of the navicular bone refers to the abnormal or surgical joining of the navicular bone with one or more adjacent bones in the foot, leading t...
By Hart
